Do’s and Don’ts of Salary Negotiations

February 17, 2020 Amy Atwell

In my years as a career coach, I have seen both men and women squirm at the idea of asking for a raise or requesting a higher starting salary with a new job offer. To help take some of the mystery and fear out of salary negotiations, arm yourself with a few helpful guidelines:

Job Security in the Age of AI

January 20, 2020 Amy Atwell

Welcome to 2020 – the third decade of the 21st century. While some science fiction predictions have come true, we’re not exactly traveling in flying cars and eating food produced in replicators in our daily lives. However, with the advent of new technology, including artificial intelligence, many people have new concerns about job security.

Five Ways to Get the Promotion You Deserve

January 13, 2020 Amy Atwell

If you’re feeling stuck at work, it’s time to take matters into your own hands. Assuming you like your current company, consider a move to the next level of responsibility and influence. You don’t need to wait for your manager to call all the shots: Take action today that will help you get the promotion you deserve.

Give Yourself the Gift of a Year-end Career Audit

December 17, 2019 Amy Atwell

This time of year can feel like a never-ending list of to-do items, both at work and at home. If you feel rushed and frazzled, you might reject the idea of adding yet another project to your pile. But hear me out. Taking the time to conduct a simple career audit before the new year can become a gift you give yourself.

Gearing Up for Difficult Conversations at Work

December 3, 2019 Amy Atwell

As a career coach, I have met many individuals who want more to show for their efforts at work. In a lot of these cases, avoiding difficult conversations at work has proven to be a big part of the problem.

Surveys show that 70 percent of people actively shy away from tough topics at work. While conflict avoidance might create a friendly environment on the surface, it can lead to a number of negative consequences for the individual, the team and the entire organization.

Career Path or Lifestyle Path? You Can Have Both

November 5, 2019 Amy Atwell

A huge part of my work as a career and salary negotiation coach revolves around helping people find deeper satisfaction in their work lives. While that often means arming individuals with powerful interviewing and negotiating skills to land a better job, or to ask for a salary increase, I also work with most clients to determine how the right career path can support their lifestyle goals.