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Summary: Disappointed Job Hunter
Review: After reading such rave reviews, I was quite excited to order this book. Unfortunately, I was sorely disappointed. As I flipped through the pages - I quickly discovered outdated advice. For example, the book warns its women readers of discrimination and sexism and states that women make far less than men in similar positions. Most of its statements are supported by 1995 reports; the same year this book was published.On the flip side - this book does offer helpful information - although it is somewhat elementary. I bought the book in search of salary negotiation tactics. This book covers advice on interviewing about 90% and 10% on salary negotiating.
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Summary: The best buy I've found for interview books
Review: For those of us who don't interview often, this is a must read. Clearly written and organized. Smart tips for women, especially about placing a value on yourself as a product the company is investing in. WOMEN OF TODAY ARE NO LONGER THE "WORKER ANT" OF SOCIETY. Great tips on gathering concrete data (your work accomplishements, market rate, comparative performance data) to present in salary negotiations. But best of all, WHAT DO YOU SAY when aninterviewer says no to a request forsalary increase? If you don't know, or fumble, your chance may have just flown out the door. The author gives you an exact script that is very polite, straightforward, and assertive. I memorized it. After reading the book, I negotiated myself a salary at the top of it's market bracket in Los Angeles(no kidding). I came away from the negotiations A VALUABLE employee, not only in the company's mind, but also in my own. The author also touches on this point: if you don't place great enough value on your product, neither will the employer-EVER. My husband is also reading it, and loves it as much as I do. GET THIS BOOK! I'm getting all three other titles she has written.
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Summary: A study guide for interviews
Review: I bombed an interview a few years ago. I did everything wrong, and I was not prepaired at all. A friend loaned me this book, saying it had helped her out and that it was geared towards women. Reading it felt like I cramming for a huge test.
Ms. King puts things in such a clear and understandable way. This is the perfect book for people like me, who didn't know the first thing about interveiwing and salary negotiation. It is also good for people who just want to brush up on their skills.
After 'studying' this book, I went for another interveiw with the same company a few months down the line. Before I knew it, I had the job and a better salary than I expected. I know I couldn't have done it without this book! It was a huge help, and I know it will help you!
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Summary: Not for seasoned professionals
Review: Let's face it. Women have a hard time being aggressive. We are raised to be mild-mannered creatures who apologize a lot. To make things worse, we face discrimination in the work force. But, of course, that could change. I marvel at The Smart Woman's Guide to Interviewing and Salary Negotiation's intelligent and useful information on how to be confident and persuasive in a job interview. There are many valuable steps one can take to land the job one wants and the salary one deserves. Of course, the book discusses dressing properly and speaking clearly and confidently during an interview - I have had plenty of information on how to achieve that. But the book also discusses gender discrimination, sexual harassment, stereotypes in the work force, and describes ways to negotiate the salary you deserve and how to demand a raise. Job interviews aren't easy - in fact, they are rather fastidious. Which is why I highly recommend this book. Do you need some direction on how to achieve in life? Read the book. Trust me, it is money well spent.
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Summary: Worked for me
Review: This book worked for me. I read the interview chapters just before an interview and I "rocked"! Then that night I used the salary negotiation techniques and they worked! I just followed her instructions and was able to raise my starting salary by 25%.
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Summary: Worked for me
Review: This book worked for me. I read the interview chapters just before an interview and I "rocked"! Then that night I used the salary negotiation techniques and they worked! I just followed her instructions and was able to raise my starting salary by 25%.
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Summary: Not for seasoned professionals
Review: While this book may be helpful, presenting new information to those new to the job market, I found most of the information to be trite. Also, I found no significant salary negotiation information, which is why I picked this title. A big disappointer, this book is. But luckily I just borrowed it from the local library so I'm not out any precious cash.
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