Time is the most precious commodity in the world because it is in relatively short supply. You only get so much time in your days and weeks to accomplish what you have set out to do. This is why productivity is so essential: High productivity means you’re getting the most return out of your time… Read more »
Try as they might, hiring managers can’t escape many of common interview questions we all know and love: What is your greatest weakness? Why do you want this job? What is your greatest career achievement? These questions have stood the test of time because they do provide use information to a hiring manager, even though… Read more »
Even if you’re working a job, you’ve always dreamed of doing or you have a real passion for what you do, staying motivated throughout the workweek can be difficult. There are all kinds of reasons why you might not feel motivated at work. Sometimes, a project gets bogged down, or unexpected challenges may come up…. Read more »
If you are planning on looking for a new job in 2020, the first thing you need to do is get your resume in order. Admittedly, even taking that first step can be a tall order, especially if you’re currently working a full-time job. Getting your resume ready for a job hunt involves reviewing your… Read more »
are a company leader, re-evaluating your management style is a great way to do that. It can get challenging to evaluate yourself because we all tend to have a self-serving bias that distorts the perception of ourselves. A common way to judge a leader is to look at their contributions to the growth and bottom… Read more »
Regardless of why you’re quitting a job, it’s essential to resign in a thoughtful, professional manner. The way you resign from your job could affect your future as a professional. If you quit in a positive, professional manner, you are in a position to get professional references and maintain your network connections. Below is a… Read more »
If you accept a job offer with a salary that you don’t like, you’re not only setting yourself back in the short-term, you’re also looking at long-term pay issues, as all of your raises moving forward will be based off that initial salary. Clearly, it’s in your best interest to negotiate if you receive an… Read more »
Returning to work after welcoming a new child to your family is a massive change, for your personal and professional life. Balancing your career with the needs of a new child is hard, even if you are lucky enough to regularly get a full night’s sleep. Getting through the first few weeks requires patience, trust,… Read more »
People generally want to like their job and do it well, but too often, employers get in the way of that. If you’ve done a good job of hiring the right people, but your employees are feeling unmotivated, it’s time to look in the mirror. Below are some common reasons employees lose motivation, and how… Read more »
If you’re like most people, once in a while, you’ll catch yourself feeling unhappy at work. Sure, there’s a lot to complain about at most jobs, but do you really want to be negative all the time? Probably not. Finding yourself in a bad mood is not only upsetting, but it’s also bad for your… Read more »