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Friday 21st July Newsletter
Bad managers, asking for a raise, the camping business, and much more…
TOGETHER WITH
The weekend’s around the corner! 🥂 On this day, we’re covering:
Camping: A $ 6m adventure.
Bad managers: Tips on how to ditch ’em (while keeping your job).
Our gift to you: A career development worksheet.
💡 QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” — Helen Keller, American author and educator
THE BIG IDEA
The $ 6m campground ⛺
Even if you’re a stranger to the world of investing, you’ll know that buying land or property is, in most cases, a pretty safe bet. And though you’ll have heard of people purchasing houses and plots, it’s less likely you’ll have heard of someone buying campgrounds… But that’s exactly what Mark and Karla Lemoine did. 🏕️
Back in 2016, Mark told his wife Karla that he wanted to quit his job and own a campground. Due to both of them having been lifelong campers, it didn’t take much to persuade her.
The couple had to sell their car and house and carve out of their savings to put together the $ 1.6m needed for the grounds. Once they had enough, they got down to work: renovating the bathrooms and general store, building a café, and adding upgrades like glamping tents to the original facilities. Though neither had run a business before, they evidently did a good job, as the site is currently valued at $ 6m. The couple also admits to being happier than ever! 🤗
Would you give everything up to go after something that brings you happiness? Reply and let us know.
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📝 FRIDAY’S TO DO:
Disable email notifications 🔕 It helps you maintain your productivity. In fact, it takes about a minute to recover from being interrupted by an email notification. Instead, dedicate specific time blocks throughout the day to checking your inbox.
TODAY’S ADVICE
You’re NOT my manager! 😤
So, you’ve been stuck with the most condescending and incompetent manager in the company. You’ve tried talking to them to no avail, and feel like there’s nothing left to do other than rage quit. You could, however, ask for a different manager before throwing in the towel. This is how:
🕵️ Take notes. Whatever it is your manager has done that you consider unacceptable, write it down (using facts). You’ll need specific examples when you speak to HR.
🤝 Present it as a mutually beneficial situation. Let HR know how you could be of use to a different team, should they transfer you.
🤫 Don’t gossip. As tempting as it might be to complain to everyone, don’t risk making yourself look bad. Vent to friends outside of work, but keep it professional in the office.
DON’T MISS
♻️ Want to switch careers? Read this.
💼 These job interview tips will help you land the job.
💪 Become a better leader with these top qualities.
❤️ The guide to pursuing a career in cardiology.
TODAY’S GIFT
Make your dream career a reality
Part of landing your dream career is figuring out what makes you tick. Our editable Career Development Worksheet contains multiple sections designed to help you assess your strengths and pursue the career of your dreams.
Stay tuned for more awesome gifts…
ASK AN EXPERT
Asking for the raise you deserve 🤑
Everyone has questions about their career, and our experts are right by your side, offering you their advice and insider tips.
Jake P from Oakland, CA asks:
💬 I’ve been with my company for 4 years and I want to ask for a raise. How much should I ask for?
Generally speaking, it’s okay to ask for about 10 % to 20 % more of what you’re currently making. But you could ask for more, depending on a variety of factors like length of service. A couple of pieces of advice: be mindful of the timing of your request (you don’t want to ask for a raise when the company isn’t doing well financially) and prepare your case ahead of time (not during your meeting).
— Chris Leitch, Career and Résumé Expert
Got your own question? Hit “Reply” and ask away!
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