Tired Of Working Without Recognition

Tired of Working Without Recognition? Employees want it, managers know it’s important, and it usually doesn’t cost a dime. When you look at it that way, you’d expect to be drowning in recognition at work. Yet, a recent Gallup poll showed that lack of workplace appreciation is a major concern among employees. It’s not that […]

Successful Meetings with Your Boss Made Easy

Maybe you’re nervous about meeting with your boss or maybe you rarely see them face to face. Either way, having more frequent and effective communications would be beneficial for your career. Regular and productive meetings enable you to make a positive impression and gather information you need to do your job. Learn how to use […]

Who Else Wants a Resume That Captures the Real You?

To write a resume these days you need to squeeze yourself into one page, check off all the required keywords, and avoid saying anything that might get you screened out. No wonder you often wind up looking like just another systems administrator or social studies teacher! Meanwhile, employers want to know who candidates really are. […]

7 Success Tips for Changing Careers

Weather forecasters can’t reliably predict the weather three days from now. How is a 22-year old supposed to pick the right career for the next 40-plus years? Most of us will contemplate a career change at some point. It might be a conscious decision or the loss of a job might be the genesis of […]

11 Ways To Network Like A Pro

11 Ways to Network Like a Pro There’s no doubt that networking can give your career a good boost. Many employment opportunities are never posted, and they’re ultimately filled by someone that knew someone that knew someone else. It’s important to put yourself within that social chain. With the internet, it’s not as important to […]

Finding Direction In A Time Of Transition From Full Time To Freelance

Finding Direction in a Time of Transition: From Full-Time to Freelance After many years of working full time, you just might want to work at your own pace from home. You’d like more time for yourself and the things that matter most to you, whether that’s your children, a spiritual path, or the urge to […]

5 Steps to an Authentic and Effective Self Image

5 Steps to an Authentic and Effective Self-Image Your self-image is the way you view yourself. You might view yourself as a parent, construction worker, friend, blonde, sports fan, intelligent, impatient, and middle-aged. But you’re more than your career, gender, and age. You’re more than your parents’ opinion. You’re a unique person with nuances that […]

I am a strong leader.

I am a magnificent leader, motivated and skilled in leading my team to victory. I enjoy being in charge and helping others while I inspire them to do their best. I am a powerful leader. I can take command of any situation. Those around me admire my leadership skills. They are eager to follow me. […]

8 Myths About Self Employment

8 Myths About Self-Employment Do you dream of being self-employed, but feel like you don’t have the money, knowledge, or skills to get a business going? Your concerns might be unfounded – and grounded in some of the common myths about self-employment. Imagine being able to increase your income and have a more flexible schedule. […]

4 Steps to Selling Yourself as the Right Person for the Job

Imagine finally being able to latch onto that dream job you’ve been wanting forever! It’s possible, and a lot if it relies on your ability to sell yourself, especially in an interview. Being selected for the job requires finding a way to show the employer why you’re the best candidate. It can be a little […]