Posts Tagged ‘Communication’

Meeting your Potential Job Share Partner: Topics to Cover

The first meeting between potential job share partners will be a lot like an interview for both parties. You need to approach the discussion openly and honestly.  You must be compatible to be successful and you must be able to negotiate and work through issues.  Communication is a big part of the equation, obviously, so [...]

Asking for an Alternative Work Arangement Isn’t Easy…But it Can Be Done!

My story… Before we started a family, my husband and I decided that when we had children we would work our schedules out so that we would not have to use day care in the first few years.

How to Ask for a Flexible Work Arrangement

What flexible work arrangement would help you balance your work and family obligations?  What would you like to do with your current role?  Set some goals.  Do some research.  If you want to go part time, how will that impact your take home pay?  Remember, there are variables other than paid hours that you need [...]

Tips for Establishing a Positive Mentoring Relationship

And KEEPING IT THAT WAY! Once you’ve made the commitment to be a mentor you want to make sure that the relationship works. Here are some tips for getting off on the right foot and keeping it that way.