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As an employer, it is important to have stress management and wellbeing initiatives in place to help your staff better manage their stress. Discover Career Opportunities meditate meditation MORE
The US is home to over 70,000 commercial construction businesses , with that figure predicted to rise. This means there are plenty of jobs available in construction, and there is a diverse range of paths to take. MORE
Wondering how to get out of a rut? You’re not alone. Bill Murray found himself stuck in a rut, as the reporter Phil covering the insanity of Groundhog Day. Every day, Phil awoke at the same time, with the same Sonny & Cher tune playing, within the same hotel room. MORE
When founders and CEOs look to hire and promote managers , they want people who exhibit leadership. But how can you exhibit leadership if you’re stuck in individual contributor roles? No one reports to you, and you’re not even a project manager. Good news is, leader isn’t a title, it’s a group of characteristics, and you can acquire them, even if you’re not the boss. Here are 10 ideas: 1. Communicate clearly. MORE
California’s Senate approved, with a 29 to 11 vote, to require companies like Uber and Lyft to treat all contractors like employees. According to the New York Times , the bill should sail through the Assembly, and Governor Gavin Newsom has already indicated that he will sign it. It fixes the primary function problem. Earlier this year, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Uber drivers, and similar workers, were, indeed contractors because they. MORE
When we reach the end of our education, we may have some idea of our options, but it’s incredibly challenging to know which career path is the right one to take. Career Advice career path Careers MORE
Job seekers often ask me, “How do I identify resume keywords?” ” Until recently, that was a tough question for me to answer with an explanation that made sense. While I. Read More. The post Awesome New Tool for Resume Keywords appeared first on AvidCareerist. MORE
Yes, there is life after work. Workdays are super-intense. Ten, twelve, even fourteen hours of go! You can feel great at the end of the day, knowing that you have made a difference. And you get to do it all again tomorrow! Keeping up your energy day after day is hard work too. MORE
“When a great moment knocks on the door of your life, it is often no louder than the beating of your heart, and it is so very easy to miss it.” ” – Boris Pasternak. So true, and so very true in work and career. MORE
“A true leader is a servant, not a master.” ” – Robert K. Greenleaf. What does the lead goose do at the front of the flock? Understands the mission. Shows the way forward. Divides the headwinds, making it easier for others. Is a real role model. MORE
Starting Your Own Business If you are thinking about going down a new path when it comes to your career, then you are often going […]. Discover Career Opportunities MORE
Have you ever connected with someone new, enjoyed the brilliancy of their smile, the ebullience of their voice and the mutual passion for a hobby? Have you experienced such instant-connections abruptly taking a nosedive? MORE
Feeling stuck, lost and helpless in your search for fulfilling work? Unable to move forward, but not entirely sure why? Sometimes your biggest obstacles are on the inside. Natasha shares how your mind might be making your shift a struggle – and specific strategies to make progress faster MORE
As summer comes to an end, many people feel a little drained. This happens during almost every seasonal change. With a new season comes new events and more planning, and every person goes through significant life changes , no matter where they work. MORE
In China, it is seen as a good thing for a female to appear shy, modest, and subtle in how you communicate. The way I would normally say ‘hello’ was I would look and smile – and never actually say ‘hello’. MORE
“I felt stressed and anxious a lot of the time.”. After years in work that didn't fit, Rose Norman's confidence was at rock bottom. Then, a chance comment from a friend planted the seed of a promising new direction. Here's how she built a fulfilling and flexible career at a pace that worked for her MORE
Michelle was looking for a job, and Rock Island County, IL, was hiring. She was excited when she got an email, sent through recruiting site, Indeed , inviting her for an interview. But before she could schedule the interview, the recruiter needed just a few things. MORE
Firing a problem employee looks so simple when you see it on television. The bad employee makes yet another mistake, the boss screams, “Pack up your things!” and it’s finished. Real life isn’t like that, though. There’s a lot more involved, which is why it’s common for employers to put off firing a lackluster employee, or even to avoid it entirely. Still, it can be (and often is) the right thing to do. Here’s why — and how to do it. When Firing a Problem Employee Is the Right Thing to Do. MORE
Rob left his creative dreams behind to concentrate on a stable career, but now he's stuck in a profession that doesn't feel like him. Whenever he thinks about leaving, it seems there's always another good excuse to stay put. MORE
“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away.”. – Tom Waits. ACTUAL CASE HISTORIES : Marta had just received a graduate degree as an Artificial Intelligence Engineer, and was recruited by several large employers. MORE
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”. – Ralph Waldo Emerson. Labor, work, toil or endeavor. Strain, struggle, travail or exertion. No matter what you call it, it comes from within. At work, keep up your spirit, your faith and your passion in all you do, for each day your work gives birth to a better world. Remember that it all begins, and ends, with what’s inside of you. MORE
If you’re like most job seekers, you dread interviewing for jobs. You may even dread them so much, you almost wish you didn’t land interviews at all. You need help with smart job interviewing. MORE
Tempting as it may be, just because you are offered a promotion doesn’t necessarily mean you have to accept it. In fact, self-aware employees consider the extra responsibilities that come with a promotion and turn down the job if they feel the job exceeds their capabilities. MORE
It’s a hard-enough task figuring out what you want to do in life. Once you’ve done that soul searching, there’s a lot that goes into pursuing the career path you’ve chosen. MORE
“I yearned to be my own boss, to choose who I worked with and what I did.”. Long hours, lack of creative control and constant illness left Katie Ryde exhausted. Then, a timely conversation and an impending change in family circumstances gave her the push she needed to set up something of her own. MORE
For people considering a career in the medical field, taking on work as a medical scribe is a fantastic first step to take. Discover Career Opportunities Medical Careers MORE
“I didn't think I could change myself to be that person, so I resolved to look elsewhere.”. Matt Cooper wanted his work to have more of an impact in the world. He left his role without a clear idea of next steps, instead joining a structured programme which helped him work it out. MORE
Workplace Negotiating Insight No. 8: “To Persuade, First Agree” A Critical Negotiating Insight. Observe and Learn: It is so often the case at work that we want to persuade others – customers, colleagues, clerks or even CEO’s – that our view, our idea or our plan is better than their own. MORE
I’m on record as saying when an employee asks for something look for a way to say yes. If you come to me and say you want to bring an emotional support clown to a meeting–any meeting–I will look for a way to say no. But Human Resources people in New Zealand are nicer than I am. Or perhaps, they were blindsided and were so freaked out they didn’t know how to respond. I don’t know. MORE
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Whatever your reasons for needing more money, there are plenty of freelance careers you could undertake from the comfort of your very own home. Discover Career Opportunities MORE
“Weak people revenge. Strong people forgive. Intelligent people ignore.” ” – Albert Einstein. In an age in which feeling offended seems so common a feeling, sometimes by accident, sometimes it even seems intentionally, how should you respond? MORE
I had the amazing opportunity to go Jersey (Isle of, not New Jersey) to speak at their inaugural DisruptHR event. If you haven’t been to a DisruptHR event, you’re missing out! MORE
There are many benefits of freelancing. You don’t answer to a boss; you work wherever and whenever you like and you get to choose your clients. Find your Dream Job freelancing MORE
Whether you love or loathe your current job, I’ll bet that you wish it paid you more money. In fact, I think most of us wish we all had a little extra disposable income each month. When did the cost of living get so high? And why don’t our wages reflect that? MORE
Do you think about the executive interview questions YOU will ask the employer? When you’re preparing for interviews, one of the first things you do is think about the questions that the Board of Directors is likely to ask you. MORE
Career Trend
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
Have you ever connected with someone new, enjoyed the brilliancy of their smile, the ebullience of their voice and the mutual passion for a hobby? Have you experienced such instant-connections abruptly taking a nosedive?
Executive Career Brand
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
If you’re like most job seekers, you dread interviewing for jobs. You may even dread them so much, you almost wish you didn’t land interviews at all. You need help with smart job interviewing.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
In China, it is seen as a good thing for a female to appear shy, modest, and subtle in how you communicate. The way I would normally say ‘hello’ was I would look and smile – and never actually say ‘hello’.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
There are many benefits of freelancing. You don’t answer to a boss; you work wherever and whenever you like and you get to choose your clients. Find your Dream Job freelancing
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”. – Ralph Waldo Emerson. Labor, work, toil or endeavor. Strain, struggle, travail or exertion. No matter what you call it, it comes from within. At work, keep up your spirit, your faith and your passion in all you do, for each day your work gives birth to a better world. Remember that it all begins, and ends, with what’s inside of you.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
I had the amazing opportunity to go Jersey (Isle of, not New Jersey) to speak at their inaugural DisruptHR event. If you haven’t been to a DisruptHR event, you’re missing out!
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
“I was never happy with my job. I wasn’t proud of what I did, and never felt I fitted the role.”. Chiaki Taylor hated her work for 16 years. Then, she finally decided to commit to making a change.
Career Digital brings together the best career advice and insights from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Tempting as it may be, just because you are offered a promotion doesn’t necessarily mean you have to accept it. In fact, self-aware employees consider the extra responsibilities that come with a promotion and turn down the job if they feel the job exceeds their capabilities.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 22, 2019
As an employer, it is important to have stress management and wellbeing initiatives in place to help your staff better manage their stress. Discover Career Opportunities meditate meditation
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Workplace Negotiating Insight No. 8: “To Persuade, First Agree” A Critical Negotiating Insight. Observe and Learn: It is so often the case at work that we want to persuade others – customers, colleagues, clerks or even CEO’s – that our view, our idea or our plan is better than their own.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Michelle was looking for a job, and Rock Island County, IL, was hiring. She was excited when she got an email, sent through recruiting site, Indeed , inviting her for an interview. But before she could schedule the interview, the recruiter needed just a few things.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
“I yearned to be my own boss, to choose who I worked with and what I did.”. Long hours, lack of creative control and constant illness left Katie Ryde exhausted. Then, a timely conversation and an impending change in family circumstances gave her the push she needed to set up something of her own.
Avid Careerist
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Job seekers often ask me, “How do I identify resume keywords?” ” Until recently, that was a tough question for me to answer with an explanation that made sense. While I. Read More. The post Awesome New Tool for Resume Keywords appeared first on AvidCareerist.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
As summer comes to an end, many people feel a little drained. This happens during almost every seasonal change. With a new season comes new events and more planning, and every person goes through significant life changes , no matter where they work.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 22, 2019
When we reach the end of our education, we may have some idea of our options, but it’s incredibly challenging to know which career path is the right one to take. Career Advice career path Careers
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
“A true leader is a servant, not a master.” ” – Robert K. Greenleaf. What does the lead goose do at the front of the flock? Understands the mission. Shows the way forward. Divides the headwinds, making it easier for others. Is a real role model.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
When founders and CEOs look to hire and promote managers , they want people who exhibit leadership. But how can you exhibit leadership if you’re stuck in individual contributor roles? No one reports to you, and you’re not even a project manager. Good news is, leader isn’t a title, it’s a group of characteristics, and you can acquire them, even if you’re not the boss. Here are 10 ideas: 1. Communicate clearly.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Feeling stuck, lost and helpless in your search for fulfilling work? Unable to move forward, but not entirely sure why? Sometimes your biggest obstacles are on the inside. Natasha shares how your mind might be making your shift a struggle – and specific strategies to make progress faster
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
The US is home to over 70,000 commercial construction businesses , with that figure predicted to rise. This means there are plenty of jobs available in construction, and there is a diverse range of paths to take.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
Ending the gender pay gap is one of the most fundamental labour concerns of our time.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
For people considering a career in the medical field, taking on work as a medical scribe is a fantastic first step to take. Discover Career Opportunities Medical Careers
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away.”. – Tom Waits. ACTUAL CASE HISTORIES : Marta had just received a graduate degree as an Artificial Intelligence Engineer, and was recruited by several large employers.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Firing a problem employee looks so simple when you see it on television. The bad employee makes yet another mistake, the boss screams, “Pack up your things!” and it’s finished. Real life isn’t like that, though. There’s a lot more involved, which is why it’s common for employers to put off firing a lackluster employee, or even to avoid it entirely. Still, it can be (and often is) the right thing to do. Here’s why — and how to do it. When Firing a Problem Employee Is the Right Thing to Do.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Rob left his creative dreams behind to concentrate on a stable career, but now he's stuck in a profession that doesn't feel like him. Whenever he thinks about leaving, it seems there's always another good excuse to stay put.
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Wondering how to get out of a rut? You’re not alone. Bill Murray found himself stuck in a rut, as the reporter Phil covering the insanity of Groundhog Day. Every day, Phil awoke at the same time, with the same Sonny & Cher tune playing, within the same hotel room.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Yes, there is life after work. Workdays are super-intense. Ten, twelve, even fourteen hours of go! You can feel great at the end of the day, knowing that you have made a difference. And you get to do it all again tomorrow! Keeping up your energy day after day is hard work too.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
Whatever your reasons for needing more money, there are plenty of freelance careers you could undertake from the comfort of your very own home. Discover Career Opportunities
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
“When a great moment knocks on the door of your life, it is often no louder than the beating of your heart, and it is so very easy to miss it.” ” – Boris Pasternak. So true, and so very true in work and career.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
I’m on record as saying when an employee asks for something look for a way to say yes. If you come to me and say you want to bring an emotional support clown to a meeting–any meeting–I will look for a way to say no. But Human Resources people in New Zealand are nicer than I am. Or perhaps, they were blindsided and were so freaked out they didn’t know how to respond. I don’t know.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
“I felt stressed and anxious a lot of the time.”. After years in work that didn't fit, Rose Norman's confidence was at rock bottom. Then, a chance comment from a friend planted the seed of a promising new direction. Here's how she built a fulfilling and flexible career at a pace that worked for her
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Ask 10 people to describe their favorite cheesecake and you might receive 10 different answers. That should never be the case for describing what makes a good employee.
Ms. Career Girl
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
It’s a hard-enough task figuring out what you want to do in life. Once you’ve done that soul searching, there’s a lot that goes into pursuing the career path you’ve chosen.
Career Alley
SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
Starting Your Own Business If you are thinking about going down a new path when it comes to your career, then you are often going […]. Discover Career Opportunities
Sklover Working Wisdom
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
“Weak people revenge. Strong people forgive. Intelligent people ignore.” ” – Albert Einstein. In an age in which feeling offended seems so common a feeling, sometimes by accident, sometimes it even seems intentionally, how should you respond?
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
California’s Senate approved, with a 29 to 11 vote, to require companies like Uber and Lyft to treat all contractors like employees. According to the New York Times , the bill should sail through the Assembly, and Governor Gavin Newsom has already indicated that he will sign it. It fixes the primary function problem. Earlier this year, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Uber drivers, and similar workers, were, indeed contractors because they.
Career Shifters
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
“I didn't think I could change myself to be that person, so I resolved to look elsewhere.”. Matt Cooper wanted his work to have more of an impact in the world. He left his role without a clear idea of next steps, instead joining a structured programme which helped him work it out.
Jobacle
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Whether you love or loathe your current job, I’ll bet that you wish it paid you more money. In fact, I think most of us wish we all had a little extra disposable income each month. When did the cost of living get so high? And why don’t our wages reflect that?
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