Managing Upward: How to Work Effectively With the “Best Friend” Boss
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Java has been around for two decades, and it’s still one of the most widely used languages for server-side development. The skills of twenty years ago won’t help your employment prospects, though; you have to keep up on the latest technologies.
Most people find that negotiating salaries is a daunting task. It can be intimidating and uncomfortable to sit down with the boss and talk money. But inaction will accomplish nothing and you may miss out on an opportunity to increase your income. With a little preparation and a can-do attitude, negotiating your salary doesn’t have to be such a scary experience. Here are five tips that can help make the outcome successful.
You’ve written a great cover letter and resume and nailed an in-person interview. “We’ll be contacting your references,” your interviewer tells you. Do you feel confident you know what your references will say?
Dear Recruiting Raya: I want to make money. It’s the only reason I’m looking for a job. Do I have to lie and say something else when they ask me?
You’ve found the perfect Job – it fits your salary requirements, puts you on the right career path, seems like an excellent place to work – but then you scroll down and read the qualification requirements only to find out you’re not exactly what they’re looking for. Job descriptions aren’t typically written with the specific intent of being impossible to fill; it just looks that way. You may not fit the job description to a tee, but if you present yourself the right way, you can snag that job that’s slightly out of reach.
Networking might seem a little daunting at first, but don’t worry. To get started, try out these pointers. Once that has been mastered, we have some advanced networking tips help keep the developed network strong.