by Bonnie Marcus | May 21, 2018 | Assertive Communication, Self Promotion
Adrienne was shocked when she did a performance review for her male direct report and found out he was making the same salary she was. A veteran of the pharmaceutical industry for over fifteen years, Adrienne was his manager for just six months. This was her first...
by Bonnie Marcus | Sep 6, 2017 | Assertive Communication, Self Promotion
If you’re like most people, self-promotion does not come easily. Research on this topic indicates that women are especially hesitant to advocate for themselves. That being said, we have no issue whatsoever promoting our friends and colleagues. One could conclude from...
by Bonnie Marcus | Apr 27, 2016 | Assertive Communication, Self Promotion, Success
Self-promotion is a struggle for many of us. We know we should do it and do it more often if we are to gain the visibility and credibility we need to advance our careers. But it’s not a simple task. Although women seem to agonize more about self-promotion, the...
by Bonnie Marcus | Jan 7, 2016 | ambition, Assertive Communication, goal setting, networking, Office politics
Starting the new year with new goals? If your intention is to move your career forward in 2016, here are some tips to get unstuck and get promoted. Manage your career Are you focused more on managing your job than your career? It’s time to get over your limiting...
by Bonnie Marcus | Oct 25, 2015 | Assertive Communication, fear of failure, Self Promotion
This post is from the archives. Women are much more likely than men to take a “no” as a personal rejection and final answer. In fact, the fear of rejection will often keep us from asking for things we rightly deserve. Let’s look at the situation of a...
by Bonnie Marcus | Sep 24, 2015 | Assertive Communication, leadership, Self Promotion
Earlier this month, Fortune released its annual list of the world’s most powerful women; a great tribute to women who have reached the highest ranks in business today. It is inspiring to see this impressive list of women who have embraced their ambition and power; who...
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