The Empowered Creatives

Negotiating Changes in the Workplace


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This episode is your ticket to an improved work-life balance, especially for those juggling a creative career alongside a day job.


Join me this week as we dive headfirst into the art of negotiating workplace changes as a creative professional. Whether it's battling for a well-deserved raise or transitioning to an entirely new role, I share practical tactics and a comprehensive nine-step plan to help you regain control over your creative career. Understanding your company's culture and your worth within that framework is crucial, and I'll guide you on how to align your needs with your company's business values effectively.


If you're hungry for more, don't forget to sign up for our bi-weekly email newsletter packed with exclusive tips and tricks to help you thrive in your creative career. This episode is not just about initiating change; it's about equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the complex landscape of workplace negotiations.


(06:51) - Step 1: Identifying your company's motives and culture

(08:59) - Step 2: Knowing your worth
(11:27) - Step 3: Setting clear goals
(11:51) - Step 4: Strategizing with a trusted peer
(14:03) - Step 5: Practicing effective communication
(17:05) - Step 6: Setting a timeline, not an ultimatum
(19:22) - Step 7: Routine check-ins and documenting the progress
(20:30) - Step 8: Deciding whether to stay or go
(24:05) - Step 9: Taking the high road



One Thing This Week

Brainstorm one way you can make your current full-time job just a little bit better. Write that down and then see if you can start using any of these tactics to start negotiating for that change.



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Keywords

Work-Life Balance, Creative Career, Instigating Change, Pay Raise, Switching Roles, Company Culture, Value, Negotiations, Professionalism, Negotiating Workplace Changes, Keeping Emotion Out, Data Points, Setting Timeline, Routine Check-Ins, Document Progress, Deciding to Stay/Go

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The Empowered CreativesBy Victoria Hines