How to Say No to Extra Work and Keep Your Reputation
Exact words to say no to extra work for six kinds of requests, from a coworker's favor to your manager's new deadline, without sounding difficult.
Conversations at work
Asking for a raise, speaking up in meetings, getting feedback and handling a manager, with scripts for the moment itself.
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How to ask your manager for feedback you can actually use
Bring one piece of work and one specific question to your 1:1, then turn vague praise or criticism into a next step. Sample messages included.
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How to Introduce Yourself at a Networking Event in Two Sentences
A two-sentence introduction for mixers, meetups and career fairs: who you are, one specific focus, one hook, and a question about them.
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How to Speak Up in Meetings When You Keep Missing the Moment
You have ideas in meetings but the moment keeps passing. Prepare one point, watch for openings to raise it, and follow up after if you miss.
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How to respond when someone interrupts you at work
Short ways to finish your point without escalating a meeting, plus a sample exchange and a private follow-up for repeated interruptions.
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How to respond to a compliment without brushing it off
Simple, natural replies for accepting a compliment at work, with friends, by text and from your boss, plus what to do when a compliment feels wrong.
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How to ask for a raise: what to bring, what to say and how to handle a no
Book the meeting, bring three results, name the number you want, and know what you'll say if your manager says no, not now, or let me check.
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How to end a conversation politely
Warm, honest ways to end a conversation in person or on the phone, with scripts for people who keep talking, work chats and quick goodbyes.
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How to Follow Up After a Job Interview, With an Email for Each Stage
Send a short thank-you email within 24 hours, wait a few days past the decision date, then follow up once. Sample emails for each stage.
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How to ask for clarification at work without making it awkward
Ask coworkers and managers what they meant using short, specific wording. Includes before and after examples, four steps and a quick self-check before you send.
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How to Message Someone on LinkedIn for Advice (With Examples)
How to ask a stranger for advice on LinkedIn: one clear question, one reason you picked them, an easy way to say no, and one follow-up.
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How to Tell Your Boss You Have Too Much Work (and Ask What Moves)
How to show your manager everything on your plate and ask which task should move, plus what to say if they tell you to just do your best.
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