Do you have trouble with authority figures? You aren’t alone; a huge majority of the population would say the same. For the most part, this problem starts from a bad experience when we’re young. It may be that you had an unreasonable teacher or an unfair run in with the law. Career advice Key to Success MORE

What content pulls on the heartstrings and really moves people? This week we chat with Will Staney, founder and CEO Proactive Talent all about creating engaging content for employer branding. MORE

Let’s face it. We all rely on emails and most of us would be lost without them. Very rarely do we send letters out in the post but recently emails have put recruiters in the media spotlight for all the wrong reasons. A jobseeker in Kent, UK, received an email confirming an interview for a. MORE

The first round of auditions for Juilliard’s pre-college program is by video. From December to March my son practiced for three hours a day to prepare. At the end of March we recorded him playing Cello Concerto in A minor by Saint-Saens, and we sent it off to Juilliard. MORE

The post Power Hairdressing : Five Breeds Of Workplace Power-Do appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. We live in a society obsessed with hair. Marie Antoinette knew it. So did Jackie Kennedy. MORE

Wage theft sounds like something that sleazy men in back rooms perpetrate to further oppress their employees. While that does happen, a lot of wage theft is unintentional. A new study from the Economics Policy Institute (EPI) says that employers short their employees by $15 billion a year, which means that millions of people are paid less than minimum wage for their work. This is, of course, illegal, and everyone reading this article knows this, so why on earth would your company be in violation? MORE

I was sitting too much. So several years ago I bought myself a standing desk. I didn’t go through work, opting to pay for it myself to avoid any potential headaches. And I am here to report that it was a wonderful investment! MORE

Feminism can be a loaded term. From people who believe it means that men and women are equal to people who believe women are superior, and everything between, saying you’re a feminist can conjure up a myriad of images about what you are. It’s not a term I personally like to use, but I’m in love with the Instagram project 100 Days of Feminist Ads. Eileen Matthews, a copywriter, took up this idea as part of a 100 day challenge by Elle Luna. MORE

With the increased advancement in technology and access to the internet, the number of people who aspire to be freelancers is astonishing. But most of them never take the time to follow their dream job. They are stuck in a rat race in an office job they loathe and get paid less than they are […]. Career Opportunities Writing Careers MORE

A reader writes: I work in a federal agency. I’ve been in my current position for about five years, but have recently taken on some responsibilities that require me to be in several all-day meetings per month, some with coworkers in my office, and some with collegues from other state and federal agencies. I realized several years ago in college that I can focus a lot better if I have something to do with my hands and took up knitting and crochet. MORE

What better way to promote and market your company than through your employees’ voice. And what better channels than through their social media accounts. MORE

Are you thinking of moving into the health profession? Perhaps you’re already in the health profession but you want to be sure you’re doing all you can to be the best. Here are a few characteristics you can expect to find in the ideal health professional: Healthy Attitude And Mindset The ideal health professional will […]. Medical Industry Health Care MORE

People gain inspiration for future careers from a variety of sources. Sometimes, we choose a career path because our parents did. Some of us even get ideas from our favorite television characters. But, if you’re struggling to settle on the right choice, it might be time to look further afield. As humans, we’re a collection […]. Career advice MORE

Thanks to the internet, email, and online meeting software, more people are working from home than ever before. However, working in the same space where you and your family live isn’t always as easy. Workology is the art and science of work, HR and recruitment. Join the resource revolution. Career Experienced Life life hacks productivity remote work Working from home MORE

With a new class of graduates about to enter the full-time job market, a lot of them are seeking job search advice from their college career centers. Unfortunately, the advice that a lot of colleges are doling out is often outdated and frequently downright bad. In fact, as a workplace advice columnist, when I ask recipients of bad advice who told them to approach their job search that way, one of the most common answers is “my campus career center did.”. At U.S. MORE

Whether you’re stuck for choices, need a change in your life, or want a role, job or career that can fulfill you, you might want to look into a career in the field of healthcare. The world of healthcare offers an abundance of fulfilling and satisfying roles and opportunities, so your background might not matter […]. Career Opportunities Health Care MORE

Being a woman in the workplace isn’t easy. There are a lot of uncertainties, pitfalls and other challenges to navigate. Recently, I was asked to speak about how women can be successful in. Workology is the art and science of work, HR and recruitment. Join the resource revolution. Executive Leadership Senior Work diversity leadership women MORE

A company’s ability to save money through corporate philanthropy is not a new concept, but it is often an underrated one. The average employee turnover rate of all U.S. industries is 16.7%, which is costing companies huge amounts of money. MORE

The post CAN YOU DIE FROM TOO MUCH CAFFEINE? appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Too much caffeine caused the death of a 16-year-old high school student from South Carolina who collapsed during class last month, according to the county coroner. MORE

The post Skills That Give Women A Sustainable Advantage Over Men appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. The following is a guest post by Brenda Berg. Her bio follows. In the workplace, it feels as though men have the advantage over women. MORE

There is a case for running your job search like a political campaign. There is a lot of communication to clarify your position, show the relevance of your experience, and show you can do a great job. All three reasons are much harder than just applying to jobs online. MORE

The post Don’t Call Them An ” Entrepreneur “ appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. They’re Called a Girl Starter ! MORE

One of the most incredible ways anyone can inflict a world of pain and havoc on their bodies is to sit at a desk all day every day. It just isn’t what our bodies were made to do. They were made to run around, move, dance, hop, and bounce. The problem is, we all have to work, which leads onto another problem; most work is based in an office environment these days. That is just how it goes. Self Improvement MORE

When assessing a candidate’s suitability for your vacancies, it’s vital to see facts and figures throughout their CV. Numbers provide scale, context and give you a much greater understanding of candidate capabilities – without them, many statements can be left open to interpretation. For example, two different candidates could list “team leadership” as a skill. View Article. 14 Numbers You Need to See in Your Candidate’s CV. Undercover Recruiter - Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Blog. MORE

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In order to make a powerful impression, your resume should start with a hard-hitting summary – a section that quickly introduces you and provides readers with a brief overview of your skills and abilities. MORE

A reader writes: I work at a nonprofit that operates in a very traditional office setting: business professional dress code, strict lunch hours, and a strict 9-5 day. In theory, this is done for efficiency and to allow employees to feel like they have more separation between their work and personal life. New staff tend to struggle with it when they first arrive since many other nonprofits they have worked for are more flexible about arrival times, making up time, PTO, etc. MORE

The post Reinvent Yourself: A Road Map to Finding a New Career Path appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. You’re stuck in a rut, staring at the killer B’s of boredom and burnout. You’re unhappy and deep down you know it’s time to make a career move. But, where? And how? MORE

A reader writes: Am I being unprofessional/unfriendly if I don’t engage in the “how are you/fine how are you/fine” interactions at my office? It feels deeply inauthentic. “Fine” is never the best answer for how I’m feeling, and it feels painful to say when in actuality I’m going through a rough time. When I ask someone how they are, I actually want to know, so hearing “fine” is also frustrating. MORE

A reader writes: I need help with a script for speaking up in the moment when my coworkers call grown women “girls.” ” Full disclosure – I am a cisgender woman who was radicalized as a leftist feminist in grade school in the 70’s (by radical Catholic school nuns who also did service work in South America, by the way). I now work in an urban area that bills itself as equitable and sophisticated, and for the most part, that proves true. However, this problem persists! MORE

Yesterday was my Swiss town’s annual “Banntag.” ” This is the day when everyone from the town goes out and checks that the neighboring town hasn’t moved any of the markers that indicate where the border is. Of course, in today’s world of exact coordinates, it’s all in fun, but it used to be serious business. Unfortunately, our town is on a hill, and so this means a march straight up the mountain. MORE

A reader writes: An employee’s resignation has changed my opinion of her dramatically; I’m not sure if I’m being unfair, and opinions from immediate coworkers are probably affecting my judgment. Can you help me recalibrate my managerial instincts? An employee on my team, “Ariel,” was originally hired for a different team, working under “Ursula.” MORE

The post Is Your Job Making You Sick? 7 Work Related Anxiety Triggers and How to Ease the Stress appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. Whether you work from home or go to an office daily; you are always working for someone else. MORE

How to Update and Revive Your Over-Edited, Old Executive Resume. So many of my executive job seeking clients who send me their resumes when we first connect, feel the need to apologize for them. MORE

There is little more frustrating for an in-house recruiter than doing all the legwork for a key vacancy, and doing it well, only to see the hopes and dreams of everyone begin to evaporate as a couple of top-notch candidates bail after the initial interview. MORE

Launch Pad Alumni have used a range of unconventional approaches to finding fulfilling work. In this story from our three-part series, Lee shares how he turned a frustrating job-hunting process upside down, and combined commitment, tenacity and creativity to land his dream role MORE

"I couldn't believe that I'd let myself end up doing something that I found so unstimulating.". Kate Pumphrey’s lust for life was dwindling fast in the legal profession. So when a series of serendipitous events collided in the space of 24 hours one summer, she followed them. MORE