As someone who has done hiring, let me say this: salary negotiation is expected. When it doesn’t happen, it genuinely feels a little weird. I, in this hypothetical scenario where I’m considering you for a job, want to know not only that you’re qualified, but also that you know your value and expect your employer to as well. I want confidence as much as competence, because it's a good indicator of your personal integrity.
So how can one achieve a better work-life balance so we don’t burn ourselves out or drive our partners crazy? From setting ground rules for your family to maintaining “work hours,” here are nine tips I implemented for a better work-life balance when I work remotely.
In most cases, the process of divorce is painful and exhausting. It takes away a lot of time, energy, nerves, and money. It's not surprising that many women have to quit their jobs because they experience severe depression while going through a divorce. Fortunately, with the pass of time, the pain fades away, and life gets back to normal. One day, a woman feels that she is ready to start a new chapter. She decides to update her CV and apply for a job…
The work we do should contribute something to our lives—but what? When we sit back and fantasize about the life we want to live, we all have different definitions of success. Some of us want to pay off our student loans. Some of us want to increase our vocational velocity.