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something stupid. Remember, your image is at stake. If you say something stupid you may be ready to kick yourself the kicking yourself attitude is bad for your self-image.

If a subject arises that you don't know about let those who know the subject discuss it. Later on after work, take a few minutes to research, and read about said subject so that if it surfaces again you'll be ready with your input.

Stay on top of what's happening in society. Read books and newspapers and watch the news. This will increase your chances of participating in office conversations the first time they surface.

COMMUNICATION: If communicating - especially with high-level employees - is a problem take a communications class. Get to know your boss and as many management figures as you can. Interacting with them now can be helpful later if you find yourself having to "tell them why they should promote you".

If taking a class isn't your cup of tea, there are a lot of self-help books available in libraries and bookstores that can assist with improving one's self-image.

Prior to going on interviews, practice answering questions you think may be asked of you. The fact that the actual questions asked of you will probably differ from the ones you concoct won't be nearly as important as the fact that practicing will get you in the question and answer mode.

Another way to improve your self-image is to tell yourself something positive every single day; and like that hair care products slogan goes remember "you're worth it!"

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