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Dec 2022
31m 43s

Getting Ahead

Tim McClure & Chris DeSantis
About this episode

This week’s episode features three questions from listeners who are trying to get ahead in their lives or careers. They all seek strategies to find the best path forward. So, whether you want to get ahead, move ahead, or make more money—this episode is for you!

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Getting Ahead in Georgia needs advice on how to get ahead in her career. While she has had career growth conversations with her boss—nothing has happened. She’s starting to wonder whether it’s time to look for greener pastures or if she needs to be assertive with her ambitions…

Stumped in St. Louis is a communications manager for a small accounting firm. The firm’s founder is retiring, and they are curious about the best way to notify clients. Specifically, should the announcement come from the founder or the new managing partner? Also, should they announce it via a formal snail mail letter or an email?

Need More Money in Montclair loves her job, but she needs a big raise. And we’re talking a BIG one. She’s got two kids about to go to college and a husband whose salary prospects are more limited than hers. What is the best way to approach her boss?

We’re here to help you succeed! Send us your workplace dilemmas or career questions. Email us: info@cubicleconfidential.com or tweet us: @cubicleconfide1. All names will be changed to protect the guilty and innocent...

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