Flexible Work: How to
Build Your Confidence to ASK
Do you know why most people don't get the
flexible work schedule they want? Right—they don't
ask.
What holds them back? They're afraid. Or at
least nervous.
Is that you, too? Maybe you're stalling because
you're nervous about asking your manager
for a flexible work arrangement. Well, that's natural and
expected—like asking for a raise. Who wouldn't be
nervous?
But please don't let it paralyze you. You
have to ask because nothing will come of your desire
for a more balanced life until you do. The good news?
Asking works!
I regularly hear from career professionals who say they
do well on the job, but when it comes to making the
flexible work request, their confidence wanes.
So it's common—and it's conquerable. Confidence
comes with preparation. So be prepared (see below),
then move beyond
the fear. You'll be thrilled to discover that asking does work!
There's a Right Way to Ask
If asking is the DOOR that leads to getting the time and
flexibility you want, then the WorkOptions Proposal
Package is the
PREPARATION KEY
that opens the door with confidence. I've seen it
happen over and over and over.
What Have Other Nervous People Said?
I did a search of my email archives for Proposal Package testimonials that contained the words
nervous, courage and confidence.
The result was a
very l-o-n-g list. Here are a few examples from my “gave-permission-to-post”
folder, emphasizing key words in bold.
“...a lot of the women I work with are happy to see the flexibility my company
allows and I am so glad I was brave enough to be the first one to ask
for it. I
know I would never have had the courage if I had not had your Proposal
Package to encourage me! The best money I have ever spent!” Rebecca Jami,
Production Manager, (graphics and printing for lobbying firm), Alexandria
VA
“I work in a very large company and reduced work weeks are not part of our
world. I was so nervous, but I knew that with the support and backup I
got from your [Proposal Package], I was completely prepared for whatever they
would ask me. And I was. They were so impressed; I received several compliments
on the proposal. I am now working three days a week and I am loving it. Thank you! Thank you!
Thank you! You gave me the tools I needed, the confidence to present it,
and now I have a balanced personal and professional life.” Tina Hinzman,
Senior Work Process Tools Trainer, Ellicott City, MD
“I received many positive comments on the overall organization of my written
proposal…[your proposal] gave me confidence that I would not have had otherwise.”
Mary Beth McCarthy, Head of Corporate Communications, Attorneys' Title Guaranty
Fund, Inc., Champaign and Chicago, Illinois
“I am walking on air and still can't believe my dream has come true! I truly
couldn't have made a better impression without the help of [your Proposal
Package. It]
gave me the tools I needed to pursue this alternative work arrangement with
confidence. Thank you...” Shannon Bryant, Healthcare Analyst, Chesterfield, MO
“I am starting a part-time business on the side, but wanted to keep my day job
(and the salary that goes with it). My proposal to cut my hours from 9-5 to 11-4
was a great success! The Part-time Proposal Package provided me
with everything I needed to create a great proposal, one my bosses couldn't
refuse! I really feel it was the best $30 I've spent in the last year. Your
proposal gave me the confidence to ask for a lot AND the ammunition to get it.
Thank you.” Jill Giese, Account Executive (marketing/communications), Boise, ID
“My proposal was accepted and approved within two weeks...it was so
professional, detailed, and well-written that no one even asked any questions! I could never have put together such a comprehensive and polished proposal
without [it]. My only regret is that I did not ask for more! But now that I have the proper tool,
I would feel confident if I needed to
further restructure my position. I thank you and so do my husband and my 3
children. Sanity has been restored to our lives! Feel free to post
any of my comments on your website. Your Proposal Package deserves rave
reviews! And thank you again for enabling us all to take control of our
lives and careers.” Caren Helms, Engineer, Standards Department, Underwriters
Laboratories, Raleigh, NC
Now I'm asking: for less than the cost of this month's cell phone bill, don't
you want to enjoy similar results? Order the Proposal Package today so you can have your proposal done by tomorrow.
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