I Shouldn't Be Telling You This Quotes

“your passion doesn’t have to be utterly precise. Perhaps, for starters, you just feel an urge to work with kids or organize things, or create a website. Start with an instinct, tease it into different directions”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“When you answer questions about your educational or work history, let your enthusiasm about different projects and situations come through (e.g., “It was so much more than I could have hoped for in an internship. I had the chance to actually write up the newsletter and work with a designer to put it together. I loved every minute of it.”).”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“at least leave a phone message with HR saying that you’ve forwarded your résumé and you’d love to interview for the job.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“you can’t get caught up in worrying about whether everyone you work with likes you. Ultimately you want the respect of your coworkers,”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“You want to be sure you’re working for someone who will advocate on your behalf and isn’t going to try to keep you in your same old spot—out”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“But you can’t sit around waiting for a mentor to find you. You have to search for them, and that may mean looking beyond your immediate department or area. Your”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“I love my job here. I appreciate all your support with my efforts, and it’s been exciting to see the results. As you know, business is up twenty percent over last year at this time [hand her the memo sheet now]. I’d like you to consider changing my title to [fill in the blank] and taking my salary up to [fill in blank]. I’d really like to show you what I could do in this new role.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“it’s this: the squeaky wheel definitely gets the grease. One of the most important things you must learn to do in your career is ask—in the right way. You must ask for money, responsibility, opportunities, title changes, benefits, bonuses, and perks. And don’t”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“If you’ve just had a brief conversation at an event, ask, “Is it all right if I drop you a note?” You can follow up with a question in writing. Also, periodically send your potential mentor or sponsor information that she will find insightful. When you have an accomplishment under your belt, let her know about it.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know

“this is your first time and you’d love her to provide you with a to-do list and also any information you might not think of. She”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“the smartest things you can do is talk to someone who has done a similar project before and confirm what those steps are. Perhaps”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“It may sound as though she wants a simple PowerPoint presentation about the business, but if she’s hoping to persuade a client of something, you’ll want your slides to help do that. Be clear, too, about deadlines and who needs to be looped in on the project.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“When your boss assigns you a project, take good notes and ask questions regarding anything you’re not sure about. Over the years, I’ve noticed that junior staffers are often reluctant to ask too many questions about a project—perhaps”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“You must excel at the basic responsibilities of your job—and so you need to be certain what they are. Sure,”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“That sounds really interesting. I’m working on A, B, and C right now. Which should I set aside in order to focus on this project?”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Shoot off an e-mail saying “A handwritten note will follow, but I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed talking to you. The job sounds terrific.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“I just graduated with a degree in economics, and I worked at a hospital for my past two summers. I’d love a job at a health-related website. I know you once worked for WebMD, and I’d really welcome a personal introduction.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“You want your efforts to pay off. You are hoping that your hard work and go-big-or-go-home undertakings will lead to a terrific promotion or fabulous new job up the ladder. In other words, you want the success you’ve been gunning for. So”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“When you take someone’s advice, let her know it and how it worked out.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Do you know anyone I could talk to?” Yes,”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“You’ve been such a valuable resource for me. I would really appreciate having your help on something. There’s a terrific position open at Company A, and I’m hoping you would be able to advocate on my behalf.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Do not turn to a sponsor for advice the way you might a mentor. You don’t want her to have even a glimmer about any work dilemmas you’re facing or doubts you may be struggling with. You want her to see only your strengths, because her role is to sell you. Once”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“If you’ve just had a brief conversation at an event, ask, “Is it all right if I drop you a note?” You can follow up with a question in writing.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“By definition, a mentor shows you the ropes, offers feedback, and provides strategies for success—all very good stuff.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Later, you can shoot your boss an e-mail and comment positively on the new strategy or ideas she suggested and say you are eager to implement them. She’ll appreciate”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“And lock your hands to the table so they don’t flail around or touch your hair.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“I’ve noticed that women often have a tendency to explain their thinking first (“I came across a study that said . . .”) rather than get right to the point. By the time they describe the actual idea, they’ve lost people’s attention despite how good the concept may be. Then”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Here’s a thought. What if we were to . ”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“what’s generally expected, and come prepared.”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate

“Let your boss know that you like her ideas, appreciate her support, and are excited to be in her presence. Be sincere”
― Kate White, I Shouldn't Be Telling You This: Success Secrets Every Gutsy Girl Should Know – A Straight-Talking Guide for Career Transitions in Today's Economic Climate