To Get What You Want, You Have to Speak Up!

By Brian Keaney · Jul 30, 2019 2 min read

Self-Advocacy

Speak up and stand up for what you want

Whether you’re an Emmy-worthy actor, an underpaid employee, or an over-billed customer, one thing is clear: you have to speak up and be your own advocate to get what you want.

1 Be Your Own Advocate

These days, you often hear how important it is to be your own advocate. Whether you are a highly paid actor, a hard-working (and underpaid) employee, or an over-billed customer, one thing is clear: you have to stand up for yourself when things aren’t right.

But what does that actually mean and how do you do it?

2 Take the Actor Example

Recently, when HBO failed to submit 3 of its Game of Thrones stars for Emmy consideration, they decided to take matters into their own hands. They paid their own entry fees and entered themselves into the nomination pool. It was a bold and unprecedented move that paid off because all three actors were just nominated for Emmys. That never would have happened if they hadn’t self-advocated.

3 Now, the Underpaid Employee

Most people avoid confrontation, especially when it comes to salary, but it is essential to ask for what you want in order to have the best chance of getting it. Oftentimes, employers wrongly assume their employees are happy unless they hear otherwise. Advocating for a higher salary or promotion will show your boss you believe in yourself and open up opportunities he or she might not have considered before. Prepare ahead so you can be clear in your request and calm in your delivery. If you don’t speak up, you will likely stay underpaid, under-appreciated, dissatisfied and resentful.

4 And the Over-Billed Customer

We all know the story... too many bills and too little time to keep track. Even balancing your checkbook is a chore. You figure banks don’t make mistakes and your phone and cable companies must be giving their valued customers the best deals, right? Not necessarily. It’s important to speak up and hold your providers accountable. While you might agree, you probably don’t have time to stay on top of everything. That’s where Billshark comes in. We expertly negotiate on your behalf to get you the best prices on many of your existing bills and you don’t have to pay us a thing unless we save you money. With Billshark, you don’t have to advocate alone — you have the best partner out there to help you get the best deal possible.

So just remember... stand up for yourself and be your own advocate to get what you want and need in any situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be your own advocate?

Being your own advocate means standing up for yourself when things aren’t right. Whether you’re a highly paid actor, a hard-working but underpaid employee, or an over-billed customer, it comes down to speaking up and asking for what you want so you have the best chance of getting it.

How did the Game of Thrones actors advocate for themselves?

When HBO failed to submit three of its Game of Thrones stars for Emmy consideration, the actors took matters into their own hands. They paid their own entry fees and entered themselves into the nomination pool. The bold, unprecedented move paid off and all three actors were nominated for Emmys.

How should I advocate for a higher salary or promotion?

Most people avoid confrontation around salary, but asking is essential. Employers often wrongly assume employees are happy unless they hear otherwise. Advocating for a raise or promotion shows your boss you believe in yourself. Prepare ahead so you can be clear in your request and calm in your delivery.

Why should I speak up about my bills?

With too many bills and too little time, it’s easy to assume banks don’t make mistakes and that phone and cable companies give valued customers the best deals. That’s not necessarily true. It’s important to speak up and hold your providers accountable so you aren’t overpaying.

How does Billshark help me get a better deal?

Billshark expertly negotiates on your behalf to get you the best prices on many of your existing bills, and you don’t pay anything unless they save you money. With Billshark, you don’t have to advocate alone — you have a partner helping you get the best deal possible.

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Whether you’re an Emmy-worthy actor, an underpaid employee, or an over-billed customer, one thing is clear: you have to speak up and be your own advocate to get what you want.

These days, you often hear how important it is to be your own advocate.

But what does that actually mean and how do you do it?.

Recently, when HBO failed to submit 3 of its Game of Thrones stars for Emmy consideration, they decided to take matters into their own hands.

Most people avoid confrontation, especially when it comes to salary, but it is essential to ask for what you want in order to have the best chance of getting it.

We all know the story.

So just remember.

Being your own advocate means standing up for yourself when things aren’t right.

When HBO failed to submit three of its Game of Thrones stars for Emmy consideration, the actors took matters into their own hands.

Most people avoid confrontation around salary, but asking is essential.

With too many bills and too little time, it’s easy to assume banks don’t make mistakes and that phone and cable companies give valued customers the best deals.

Billshark expertly negotiates on your behalf to get you the best prices on many of your existing bills, and you don’t pay anything unless they save you money.

Billshark negotiates your bills for you — no savings, no fee.

Billshark helps lower internet, wireless, cable, satellite radio, and other monthly bills.

Our experts handle providers for customers and share updates throughout the process.

Customers pay only when Billshark finds savings on eligible bills.

1 Be Your Own Advocate.

2 Take the Actor Example.

3 Now, the Underpaid Employee.

4 And the Over-Billed Customer.

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What does it mean to be your own advocate?.

How did the Game of Thrones actors advocate for themselves?.

How should I advocate for a higher salary or promotion?.

Why should I speak up about my bills?.

How does Billshark help me get a better deal?.

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To Get What You Want, You Have to Speak Up!

1 Be Your Own Advocate

2 Take the Actor Example

3 Now, the Underpaid Employee

4 And the Over-Billed Customer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be your own advocate?

How did the Game of Thrones actors advocate for themselves?

How should I advocate for a higher salary or promotion?

Why should I speak up about my bills?

How does Billshark help me get a better deal?

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