If there is a silver lining in the current economic slump we have found ourselves in, it’s the fact that businesses will do practically anything to improve their bottom line without, hopefully, adding to costs. At least in that regard, consultants are worth their weight in gold. This is especially true for those with specialty…
I’ve given a few tips in prior posts about the basic traits that I feel are important in order to be known as an excellent employee. This time, I’d like to focus specifically on building a good reputation during your first week on the job and the things I consider most critical during this brief…
College students long for freedom from the constraints of going to school and living with parents, but how can they get it? Getting a job on campus may be appealing to some students, but sometimes there are more opportunities away from school. With so many college students looking for jobs, it may be worthwhile to…
Most people do not know the value of the employee benefits until a problem arises. In fact, everyone tends to focus on how much is deducted from his or her check instead of the actual value of their benefits. While some companies offer a comprehensive benefit package to all of their permanent full-time and…
In my last post I gave some advice that applies to everyone about how to be successful in your job. This time I’d like to specifically focus on suggestions for how to make a great first impression in a new job, particularly for those of you who may be relatively new to the work force….
The interview is one of the main things that stands between you and your dream job, and that is why you want to make sure that you take the time to properly prepare. Below are some of the things that you should and should not do when you are preparing for that big job interview:…
When most people think about the right time to go to college, they think about those formative years right after high school. Going back to school can be a great idea for many different people, though. Maybe you are looking for a new job? Maybe you are a person in a career who wants to…
Starting a new job is exciting, but it’s also loaded with potential landmines. These tips will ensure you come across as professional from the very first day: • Be discreet. It’s good to disclose a little about yourself so your new co-workers and supervisor get to know you, but there’s a fine line between sharing…
Most everyone has to select a career at some point in life. Some people just seem to stumble into a great career by accident but for many people, it is a conscious decision. In fact you may need to choose a career more than once in your lifetime for any of a number of reasons….
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