Recent Articles From EvanCarmichael.com http://www.evancarmichael.com/ http://www.evancarmichael.com/Human-Resources/840/The-Tough-Pressure-of-Asking-For-A-Raise-in-Recessions.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Human-Resources/840/The-Tough-Pressure-of-Asking-For-A-Raise-in-Recessions.html HR is the prime area where employers usuually turn to to cut cost in recessions.Consequently, high performers may be demotivated and some may consider quitting if they get better offers with more competitive compensation. Here are some tips if you decide to go for requesting a due raise: http://www.evancarmichael.com/Human-Resources/840/Overcoming-Your-Boardroom-Presentation-Fears.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Human-Resources/840/Overcoming-Your-Boardroom-Presentation-Fears.html I have gone through a good number of Boardroom presentation with all the funny and awkward incidents that characterise this kind of presentations. I is a stress situation that requires preparation and wit. 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