How do we increase the odds of being liked in the workplace? If you are popular in your workplace it might be something you take for granted, something that comes easily; however if you are struggling with bonding with your team or colleagues and feel that you are unpopular this can seem to be something elusive or hard to get a handle on. MORE >>

Today’s workplace also includes Generation X (born between 1965–1976), Baby Boomers (1946–1964) and Traditionalists, born between 1900 and 1945. Millennials bring many gifts to the workplace. Invest in personal development and training, like coaching and mentoring programs. By Terri Klass and Judy Lindenberger. MORE >>

Sheryl Sandberg, chief operating officer of Facebook, hopes to that her new book, “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead” will create a global discussion and movement on gender issues in the workplace. We need to carve out time to cultivate our personal brand and step up as mentors for our millennial sisters. Why is this the case? MORE >>

If you are, you may have already noticed a distinct parallel to the way things are in the workplace. As I watched an episode last week it struck me how this show holds some good lessons about the workplace that apply to your career. Mentoring is an essential part of your professional development process. You’re good. MORE >>

Whether you’re motivated by New Year’s resolutions or just enjoy end-of-the-year planning, these last few weeks of 2012 are a great time to review the overall health of your career before you begin strategizing for 2013. With pen and paper or your favorite word processing program at hand, jot down these career check-up categories. MORE >>