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This eBook first published in Great Britain by 4th Estate in 2017
First published in Great Britain in 2016
Copyright © Otegha Uwagba, 2016, 2017, 2018
Otegha Uwagba asserts the moral right to be identified as the author of this work
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This book is designed to give the reader a general overview of working in the creative industry, it does not give detailed legal or financial advice, readers are always advised to consult independent legal advice.
This novel is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters and incidents portrayed in it are the work of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental.
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Source ISBN: 9780008318987
Ebook Edition © June 2017 ISBN: 9780008245108
Version: 2019-03-22
Dedicated to my parents, who taught me the meaning of hard work, and continue to lead by example.
Contents
CHAPTER 1. GETTING IT DONE: Ways To Maximize Your Productivity
CHAPTER 2. OVERCOMING CREATIVE BLOCKS: Getting Your Mojo Back
CHAPTER 3. BUILDING YOUR BRAND: Not Just A Corporate Buzzword – The Importance Of Personal Branding
CHAPTER 4. PUBLIC SPEAKING 101: How To Give A Kick-Ass Presentation
CHAPTER 5. MONEY TALKS PART I: KNOWING YOUR WORTH: Getting Paid What You Deserve
CHAPTER 6. MONEY TALKS PART II: TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS: Managing Your Affairs
CHAPTER 7. BACK TO SCHOOL: How And Why To Learn New Skills
CHAPTER 8. THE ART OF NETWORKING: Because Who You Know Is As Important As What You Know
CHAPTER 10. NAVIGATING THE WORKPLACE PART II: ASSERTING YOURSELF: On Confidence And Holding Your Own
CHAPTER 11. LOOKING AFTER NUMBER ONE: Keeping Your Mind And Body On Track
CHAPTER 12. Q&A: Words Of Wisdom From Some Inspirational Women
If you’re a working woman and you’ve picked up this book, it’s probably because you’ve got some questions. Maybe you’re just starting out, or maybe you’re already pretty experienced. Still, you’ve got questions. You’re in the right place – read on.
The book you’re holding right now is a curation of career advice and insights inspired by my own experiences as a young woman trying
