Quiz: Are You Satisfied With Your Job?
Thursday, 07/08/2014
A lot of things play a role in your job satisfaction besides the actual work itself. Your emotions, skills, financial needs and performance are just some of the factors that make or break a job. Remember: Not everyone loves every aspect of their job. It's a matter of finding strong positive points that you can focus on.
The art of getting that promotion
Wednesday, 06/08/2014
Constantly challenge yourself to take on tasks with which you may lack experience. View those challenges as opportunities. Use every task as a way to grow on a personal level and to develop new skills. If you fail, you still learn something -- even if it is what not to do. But if you do excel, it demonstrates that you are always getting better. And that will get you noticed.
7 networking tips for young professionals
Monday, 04/08/2014
Remember when we suggested being likeable? Another way to do this -- and create a positive impression -- is to follow experts in your field. Follow them on Twitter. Follow their publication. Follow their careers on LinkedIn or in the news. Follow them in every professional capacity you can think of, and then let them know about it.
4 career management moves to avoid
Friday, 01/08/2014
What to do: Leave your desk and network. Join a professional association and attend meetings and mixers. Socialize with co-workers when you can, at lunch or at after-hours get-togethers. Do what you can to put yourself in the path of people who could one day help propel your career forward, whether or not they work in your field.
How much is your position worth?
Thursday, 31/07/2014
Perhaps employers prefer that salary information remains hidden behind smoke and mirrors, but if you want to ensure that you're receiving pay for what you're worth, you'll need to do some research. Here's how to get started.
The why and how of making friends at work
Wednesday, 30/07/2014
We've all had days when we feel overwhelmed, and the mere offer of a helping hand would have been warmly welcome. Ask a stressed colleague if there's anything you can do to lighten his load. Your kindness and assistance will go a long way toward building lasting friendships.
Match your communication skills with the right job
Friday, 25/07/2014
Communication takes many different forms, and people's strengths may differ from one form to another. You may know you're good at a specific type of communication, but you may not know what job would best suit your skills. If you possess one of the following communication abilities, these are the jobs that might be a match based on those skills.
The myth of the passive job seeker
Thursday, 24/07/2014
Given these findings, employers should stop thinking of job seekers in terms like "passive" and "active," since a majority of workers are constantly on alert for new job opportunities. Instead, employers who want to hire more effectively should focus less on finding passive job seekers, since most workers are casually browsing opportunities and employers at any given time.
3 reasons why every job seeker needs a portfolio
Wednesday, 23/07/2014
how do you build a portfolio? You'll want both an online and a print one. Sending a link to an online portfolio with an application or cover letter lets you show off your skills before an interviewer meets you. A print portfolio lets you show off your skills in person.
