Stressed out by the job search? Anxious about what’s on the other side? You’re not alone. Fear, frustration, and general tension (both physical and emotional) are common side effects of the effort to identify your next role. But there are ways to counteract them. Fortunately, there…
As people spend more and more time at the office, job satisfaction is becoming increasingly important. It’s no longer enough just to earn a paycheck; you need to have a job you actually enjoy doing. If you’re looking for a career opportunity that won’t make…
If there is one thing that’s annoying about job search, it’s probably writing the perfect cover letter for your resume. It’s meant to be short and crisp, and must entail all the right elements necessary for you to land that dream job! It isn’t very easy…
Not everyone out there is a morning person. Some people seem to naturally get up on the right side of the bed every day, and others are still struggling after their first three cups of coffee. However, studies show that morning people are happier (and…
Balancing “highly focused work effort” with adequate rest and recovery is invaluable in any performance venue – work, athletics, sports, hobbies, and so on. Without adequate recovery time, we stress our bodies physically, emotionally, and mentally. Energy levels suffer and peak performance is impacted. But…
While it’s important to give a good account of yourself during the interview, your chances of success will depend largely on actions you take before the actual interview. With the right preparation and political maneuvering, you can nail the interview long before you even set foot…
You’ve organized the information you want to use for your resume. You’ve followed some good advice you’ve seen on identifying “accomplishments,” not just what tasks you performed or the skills you have. But now come the most important next steps: translating these accomplishments into effective…
It’s hard not to pity new employees at the office. On those first few days, they’re often pretty nervous—with no idea of where anything is, what they’re supposed to be doing, or if they’re meeting expectations. Thankfully, you’re there to help. You’ve worked at the company…
Career management is essential to reaching your full potential at work. While you may currently be in a position where your job feels stable and your next steps are clear, anything can change – and quickly. Taking the right steps to guide your career forward…
Everyone wants to stand out and be viewed as an ideal candidate during the hiring process. But the problem is, most people don’t know the best way of doing this. Many assume that to impress they need to emphasize that they graduated from a prestigious…