Asked more than 150 high-earning women, “Are you doing this for the money?” The overwhelming response was a definite no. What drove them were passion, recognition, challenge and independence. At the same time, they wanted to be well-compensated, because they felt they were worth it. But that’s not the case with most of us. We […]

Congrats on landing that dream job you’ve always wanted! You’re now officially a working professional. It may be tempting to indulge in that newly found spending power as you receive your very first paycheck, but remember you’ve also gotten some very grown up obligations like bills, taxes and expenses. Here are some tips on how you […]

While it’s difficult to make definitive statements about what to do and what not to do in every negotiation situation, there are some definitive pitfalls to be aware of before entering the negotiation process. Here are five of the most common no-nos:� 1. Initiating Negotiations Too Soon Timing is important here. The appropriate time to […]

Talking about money can be an awkward situation for a candidate. You want to ensure you’re getting paid what you believe you’re worth, but you don’t want your previous salary history to necessarily dictate your new potential salary – especially if there are reasons you should now be earning a higher wage. Chances are in […]