If you’re weighing up great career paths these days, you’ve probably considered becoming a technician. This is an interesting and hands-on role for practical people with active brains. It’s a really great career to explore, but you have to know what to expect. These are some of the things the qualities you’ll need to become…
If you have been out of the workforce for an extended period of time, whether for parenting reasons, being out of the country, or even suffering from an ailment that kept you from working, then you know that it can seem to be a big trick to get back into it. The nature of the…
Whether you have been looking for work for a week or a month, there are certain things you should be doing. Looking for a new job can be a surprisingly tough time to go through. This is especially true when you are unemployed and in need of the money. However, regardless of your situation, there…
Discrimination in the workplace is an issue that can have serious consequences for many. Unfortunately, it’s something that isn’t uncommon, but there are plenty of laws in place to protect against it. Discrimination can occur at different times in the process. It can happen when you submit your resume. It can happen when you’re interviewed….
Dismissing the clandestine work of PI’s and super spies, let’s assume if you are working at night, then you are in a job that might involve roadway construction or hospital shift work. There are certain hazards that can arise when working late at night. These include poor visibility, tiredness, the glare of lights and getting…
The type of questions you’ll get asked at an interview for a financial job will depend on the kind of job you’re applying for. Interviewers will ask investment bankers different questions from insurance brokers. But although there will be differences, you can bet you’ll be asked some generic questions too. A list of finance jobs…
By Christine Hill The Art of Loving was published in 1956 by psychoanalyst, humanist, and social philosopher Erich Fromm. Despite the fact that this classic book has been around for decades, our society has still not internalized its powerful message of true love and caring for others. The Art of Loving provides a guide…
By: Alek Sabin Learning to respect the Earth and grow your own food are two values and skills that every child should learn while they are growing up. But it’s also a skill that a lot of us as employees or business owners should have as well. Not only does this make them more environmentally…
Let’s face facts; we live in a world where access to online trading and the financial markets is more commonplace than ever before. Despite this, the percentage of individuals who have achieved proven success as investment traders has remained largely unchanged over the course of the last decade, which suggests that while many of the…
While technological advancement and innovation have sounded the death-knell for numerous industries, it has also enabled others to emerge in their stead. Interestingly, there are also traditional markets that have managed to leverage technology while remaining remarkably consistent, in terms of the nature, demand and popularity. Take the insurance market, for example, which continues to…
Don’t you think it’s about time you worked on getting rid of workplace stress? There are so many factors that can cause undue stress. And these may adversely affect your position a lot. Use my tips to ensure that you aren’t getting too stressed during the working day. Learn From Your Mistakes The most important…
A career in accounting is a very popular pathway for workers young and old. In truth, it’s one of the few jobs that I remember being suggested to me by my careers advisor back in school. While I didn’t follow that pathway in the end, it’s certainly one I considered. As with any career path,…