Elena Verna

Advocating for yourself at work feels awkward, right? You're not alone.
 
 📊 Stats Alert: 68% of Millennials and 55% of Gen X are comfortable negotiating salary, versus 45% of Baby Boomers. Younger gens also speak up more for work-life balance.
 
 Before you walk into your boss's office, you need career clarity. What's that?
 
 🎯 Career clarity = Knowing what you want, why you want it, and how to get it.
 
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 Steps to get clarity:
 
 1️⃣ SWOT Analysis: Don't laugh! You'll discover gold about your strengths and opportunities.
 
 2️⃣ Competitor Analysis: Know your workplace "rivals." How do you stack up?
 
 3️⃣ Future Goals: Where you see yourself in 5 or 10 years? Break down the steps to get there.
 
 4️⃣ Ideal State: Imagine your perfect work environment and reputation. That's your target.
 
 Once you're clear, you can better advocate for yourself. Whether it's a salary bump or more flexible hours, you'll know exactly what to ask for and why.
 
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