Getting Help

03.20.10

Permalink: Learning to Create Choices Getting Help, Hiring, Job Hunting, Networking, Philosophy | (1)
WHY DO I WANT TO TEACH YOU TO BE GOOD AT FINDING A JOB BEFORE I WILL HIRE YOU? David said, “Every day, I want working here to be your best option.” David is the founder of the company I work for, and we were discussing what would go into my employment contract. It is standard, in this industry, for people in my position to have two year non-compete clauses, which mean that if I quit the job, I could not work at what I do for two years. I did not want to have such a clause, but the amazing thing ...
01.11.10

Permalink: How to Ask for Help Getting Help | (2)
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO ASK FOR HELP? by: Brooke T. Allen I am preparing an article on how to ask for help. Please tell me what is missing from this list. Here is what we have so far: Don’t be ashamed or embarrassed – We all need help some times, and most people want to help others – if they can, and they have time. Be specific – Make it clear what you want. Don’t be tricky – Ask, “How do I get to Carnegie Hall?” and most people will stop to give you instructions. Ask, “Now, can you lend me cab fair?” and ...

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