Confidence at Work: How to Nail Interviews, Ask for Raises & Ace Performance Reviews

The Balance Theory
Want more confidence at work? In asking for a pay rise? Or Promotion? What about confidence in a job interview?

Today I invite my friend Sureena on the show whom I have had COUNTLESS of these conversations with over the last few months, to chat through our thoughts on some of these conversations. This episode is like a chat with your besties getting some advice on your next career moves.

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TIME STAMPS
(00:00) The story of how I met Sureena
(04:53) Selling yourself in a professional way
(09:22) Questions to ask in interviews
(12:45) “Tell me about your weaknesses”
(14:49) Prepping for an interview
(20:44) Pay Rises & Promotions
(31:48) Prejudices in the workplace
(38:52) Mindset growth

WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel!
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