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How to Brag at Work Without Being Obnoxious: The Art of Self-Advocacy Nov 14, 2023

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One of the greatest tragedies in the workplace is when your contributions go unknown and unrecognized. Let’s fix that and learn how to brag at work. Author Peggy Klaus is here to teach us a guide to effective self-promotion including:

The bragging myths we need to avoid
How to communicate successes without being labeled an opportunist or egotistical
Practical examples for getting your contributions recognized
How bragging can help minimize bore out at work
The art of self-advocacy

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Brag! Book: https://amzn.to/3Swhm9O

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8 Daily LinkedIn Actions Guaranteed to Supercharge Your Career Nov 07, 2023

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Learn 8 daily LinkedIn actions guaranteed to supercharge your career with Eddiana Rosen, an ex-recruiter turned employee relations specialist at a global company and the content creator behind Careers In Review. Eddiana shares:

The LinkedIn mistake that could cost you a job offer
How to use LinkedIn comments to win more networking opportunities
What crowdsourcing hiring is and how you can easily get considered for roles
How to set up LinkedIn as your online digital portfolio

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5 Career Hacks I Wish I Knew Earlier In My Career + Listener Questions! Oct 31, 2023

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I’m getting personal and sharing 5 career hacks I wish I had known earlier in my career and answering some of your questions! Get ready to learn how to add value at work, ways to stand out in your career today, and tips for tough conversations. If you love these solo episodes let me know via @careercontessa on Instagram and comment on my latest post!

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How to Make Confident Moves In a Competitive Job Market Oct 24, 2023

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It’s been a competitive job market all year, but the good news is that hiring is seeing an uptick! This is your opportunity to make your next career move and make them with confidence. Here to teach us how to make confident job moves is Adunola, a career coach to high achievers, who’s also sharing overlooked interview mistakes and tips for communicating your value.

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Good Enough Job Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-pursuing-the-dream-job-a-good-enough-job-is-even-better/id1434354911?i=1000614109779

Adunola Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/adunolaadeshola/

Adunola Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewemployees/

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6 Dos and Don’ts of a Successful Salary Negotiation Oct 17, 2023

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Let’s review the dos and don’ts of a successful salary negotiation with Gerta Malaj, an expert negotiator trained by world-class experts from MIT and Harvard Law School. You’ll learn what are the biggest salary negotiation mistakes you see people make repeatedly, the non-obvious insights about salary negotiations, and your must-haves when you talk salary at work.

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What's Your Confidence Language? 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence Oct 10, 2023

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You’ve heard of love languages, but what about your confidence language?! It’s the answer to being more confident in work, life, and with yourself. Gravitus author, Lisa Sun, shares the misconception about confidence, the 8 strengths that redefine confidence, and why it’s important to know your confidence language.

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Confidence Quiz: https://gravitasnewyork.com/pages/my-confidence-language-quiz

Workplace Love Language Quiz: https://www.careercontessa.com/resources/workplace-love-language-quiz/

Gravitus Book:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731156/gravitas-by-lisa-sun/

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3 Signs You Need a Mental Health Day + How to Take a Mental Health Day at Work Oct 03, 2023

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Learn how to take a mental health day from work, the importance of workplace recovery, and signs of long-term burnout with Jaclyn Margolis, a Ph.D., and expert on workplace wellness. Workplace wellness isn’t just a trend to talk about—it’s the glue that holds your organization together, makes your team strong, and boosts overall performance.

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Burnout Quiz: https://www.careercontessa.com/resources/burnout-quiz/

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How to Communicate Effectively When You're Put on the Spot Sep 26, 2023

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Most of our professional and personal communication occurs in spontaneous situations that creep up on us and all too often leave us flustered and stumbling for words. How can we rise to the occasion when we’re put on the spot? Today’s guest is Matt Abrahams, host of the podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, and author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter, and he’s here to teach us how we can speak successfully when put on the spot.

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Matt Abrahams Website: https://nofreakingspeaking.com

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What's Intentional Career Growth + How Do You Build a Successful Career? Sep 19, 2023

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Successful careers don’t just happen—they’re built through intentional career moves. Hanna Goefft, the @HannaGetsHired creator, is here to share the specific skills you need to grow your career, best practices for career advancement, and the biggest career myth she wants to debunk

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The #1 Rule of Networking—And How to Network Within Your Company Sep 12, 2023

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Executive and author of Relationships at Work, Rachel B. Simon, shares her proven approach to demystifying the art of networking with simple, yet often overlooked, tips. Learn how to organically build relationships across departments and chains of command that hold the power to improve the way you collaborate with coworkers, accomplish goals, and quite possibly change the trajectory of your careers.

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