You get to an event filled with impressive people you normally don’t have the chance to speak with. You’d like to pick their brains and maybe even arrange a coffee meeting to discuss ideas. The only problem is you’ve never met any of these people before,…
Just like any relationship, jobs have their ups and downs. When you first join, there’s the honeymoon period when everything is new and exciting. Soon after, you get into a groove and feel pretty good about the relationship. And occasionally, you’ll also fall into a…
You spent months searching for a new job, and now the dream finally came true: You landed an awesome gig. But now comes phase two of landing the job: Getting settled into your new role. The first couple months working somewhere new can be exciting,…
A common suggestion when it comes to updating your resume is to focus on accomplishments instead of duties. But what kind of accomplishments should you select? And what if your job doesn’t lend itself to easily documented successes? Here are a few tips to help you…
When you begin a new position, it’s not uncommon to feel special. As the new guy or girl, you bring a shiny, fresh perspective, and your boss makes it seem like the possibilities are endless. That is—until your first performance review. You know, that dreaded moment…
When it comes to creating a list of favorite things to do, rest assured that interviewing (and maybe negotiating to buy a car) has never made the list. However, few things have as much impact on your career options as your ability to interview well.…
So you’ve made it through that resume pile and you’ve just received a call that you’ve been selected to interview for that dream job. After jumping up and down like there’s no tomorrow, a brief sense of nervousness strikes–no need to panic! Here are 5 different…
Behavior, attitude and manners are all components of your personal brand and the impression you make. No matter how qualified you might be for the role you seek, if you act in a discourteous fashion, you will diminish your chances of being hired. Even though you’ll…
Everyone knows that coworkers come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities with varying positive and negative qualities, strengths and weaknesses, and tolerable versus intolerable traits. It’s part of the excitement that comes with working in an office: You get to meet new people and possibly…
Whether you’re aiming for that promotion or just looking for more respect in the office, everyone has the ability to become a much better leader. However, many typical leadership techniques (speak your mind more often, be the point person on everything) just don’t work for…