What you’ve heard about asking for a raise is all wrong. But the timing has never been better for you to ask for what you deserve. Remember, do the job, get the job. Be the person that makes the ...

It’s hard to say no when someone asks you for a favor. My previous post explained why that is and how to assertively stand your ground to protect your time, money, and self-respect. But it can also be ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Everyone agrees: referrals are the most effective, and cost-effective, way to generate new business, yet asking for referrals can feel ...

You've just landed a new project. While it's in your wheelhouse, it requires unfamiliar skills. As you research and plan, that familiar wave of overwhelm hits. Deadline anxiety creeps in, and suddenly ...

Some people seem to glide through life without ever asking for help. They handle their responsibilities, put on a brave face, and rarely let anyone see them struggle. From the outside, it looks like ...

Only 13% of full-time employees requested a raise in 2023, but 66% of those who did received one, according to a May 2024 Federal Reserve survey. It goes to prove the old saying right: Ask, and you ...

Sometimes asking for help—even for the smallest of favors—can feel awkward, or like you’re inconveniencing someone else. But the odds are, you’re probably wrong. Studies show that people are much more ...

Finding answers and treatment plans for serious health problems can feel overwhelming. Sometimes another perspective can help you learn about your other options. A second opinion means that you choose ...

Children need to learn how and when to ask for help. Source: Denise Carbonell /Flickr Knowing how and when to ask for help is a critical life skill that many children struggle to master. Their own ...

Whether you’re nailing down the details of a new job offer or hoping to negotiate a raise in a current role, you probably want to make sure you’re being paid fairly. One way to do that, according to ...

I t seems a simple enough question, and in a way, it is: “Would you write me a recommendation?” The reply will ordinarily be “Yes,” and then professor and graduate student head down a familiar path.

Asking for a credit limit increase can be necessary when times are tough and your credit limit doesn't fit your increased spending habits. Many Americans are facing financial hardship due to the ...