How to deal with a clueless co-worker

Help struggling colleagues succeed. If certain co-workers seem unmindful of the requirements of the job because they’re new hires, less experienced or have subpar interpersonal skills, be a friend and lend a helping hand. If they just need to learn the ropes, ask your supervisor whether you or other co-workers should spend time helping them.

Workers’ Cyber Monday secrets revealed

Employers, however, aren’t exactly taking their own advice. The study found that the majority of senior-level employees (53 percent) — including senior management, vice presidents, directors, managers, supervisors and team leaders — are more likely to use work hours to shop online compared to 46 percent of entry-level or professional staff members.

7 lessons from stupid social media mistakes workers have made

Don’t think posts about race are funny. Just the other week, someone tweeted this beauty using the Dave & Busters official Twitter account to promote its Taco Tuesday special: “’I hate tacos’ said no Juan ever.” To think that this came from a someone likely trained in the do’s and don’ts of social media is baffling.

A (work) family holiday: One-fifth of workers plan to celebrate Thanksgiving with co-workers

While the frequency of celebrating with co-workers is nearly the same across age groups, the study found that Hispanic and African American workers are more likely to share a Thanksgiving feast with their co-workers, as are disabled workers and LGBT workers.

Know your worth as an RN

Industries that employ registered nurses mainly consist of general medical and surgical hospitals (where 48.5 percent of all RNs work), offices of physicians (except mental health specialists), local government hospitals, home health care services and nursing care facilities.

Could your manners impact your career?

“When using proper etiquette, you strengthen your reputation as someone who is professional and courteous,” says Bill Driscoll, New England district president of Accountemps. “People want to work with others who show them respect.”

How to job hunt smarter, not harder

Many organizations use applicant tracking systems to find their ideal candidates. The right keywords can pull your application out of the digital pack and land it on a hiring manager’s desk. Tread lightly, though. Keyword stuffing is obvious, not to mention very annoying, to hiring managers.

Does your personal style match your job?

The workforce includes plenty of occupations that fall somewhere between requiring a uniform or a suit, and it’s not always clear how casual or formal you should present yourself.

6 signs of a great resume

Whether you’re just starting out in your job search or need a major overhaul to your application process, the key to a strong job search is a strong resume. But creating one is easier said than done, as most job seekers know from experience that it takes a lot more than an impressive career to catch the eye of the hiring manager.