The complete idiot's guide to branding yourself
by Sherry Beck Paprocki and Ray Paprocki.
New York, NY : Alpha, c2009.
A brand new look at a time-tested business practice. Using powerful techniques refined in the heat of business competition, this book guides readers in defining and building a personal brand that is distinctive, relevant, and consistent. It includes: a[ An in-depth understanding of the principles of successful brand buildingain any context a[ Practical tools to build and manage powerful relationships a[ Strategies for aligning personal brand values with an employeras brand values, and making brand-building a successful endeavor for both a[ Advanced techniques to continually refine your unique personal brand
Breaking into the boys' club : 8 ways for women to get ahead in business
Molly D. Shepard, Jane K. Stimmler, and Peter J. Dean.
Lanham, Md. : M. Evans : Distributed by National Book Network, c2009.
Breaking into the Boys' Club is the ultimate guide to success for women in business. No matter what stage in your career or what job position you hold, this book offers you practical, relatable ways to evaluate your work style and workplace culture in order to better understand behavior that may be holding you back from advancing in your field.
Through the labyrinth : the truth about how women become leaders
Alice H. Eagly, Linda L. Carli.
Boston, Mass. : Harvard Business School Press, c2007.
"Now, more than ever, women have gained access to high-level leadership positions. The "glass ceiling," that perplexing barrier that once excluded women from the top, has finally shattered. But women in powerful roles are still rare, and in Through the Labyrinth, Alice Eagly and Linda Carli explain why. They also describe what needs to be done to give women better access to authority in the workplace." "The book explores such questions as: Are men simply better, more natural leaders? Are women's careers compromised by their responsibilities at home? Does discrimination against women still exist in the workplace? Do organizational traditions and practices create obstacles to women's leadership? And do women have leadership styles that work for or against them?" "At the heart of the authors' analysis is the metaphor they propose to replace the outdated idea of the glass ceiling: the labyrinth. This new concept better captures the varied challenges that women face as they navigate indirect, complex, and often discontinuous paths toward leadership."--BOOK JACKET.
Are you a loyal and productive employee who thinks they are worth more in today's job market? Do you really like your present job and are interested in being better compensated for it? Then it might be time to negotiate your salary.
Before you approach your boss about a raise, it's important to know what your job is really worth. Research salaries in your area for comparable positions with your skills and experience.
You will want to be prepared for your meeting so actually writing out an agenda can keep you focused on the key issues you want to address. Let your boss know how valuable you are based on your skills, productivity, job tasks, and your contribution to the company. Think about the accomplishments from the past year, what projects you are working on now and what are your goals for the coming year.
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If you are unable to get the salary you want, inquire about other benefits that you can negotiate into your salary package such as more vacation time, sick accrual and personal days, a gas card or cellular phone. |
If after all this, you do not get the raise you deserve, don't despair. Salary meetings can occur as many times as you can schedule them. Ask your boss what you have to do to receive an increase, and deliver what you say you will do. Make sure your boss is aware of what you do and how well you do it. Document your accomplishments in preparation for your next opportunity to discuss salary.
Article by: St. Louis Public Library staff
