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Jenkins holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Communications and a Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, both from Michigan State University. Be professional, flexible, honest, and listen to those whom you have contracted for their expertise. You will need a visionary person on your team as well. In closing.
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So the interns should learn how you negotiate that type of situation.”. Of the 27 competencies listed in CIC’s handbook, it could be site inspection, contractnegotiation, promotions, and publicity. THE ART OF THE DEAL Ogbeide sees negotiation experience as essential. It could be programming.
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