5 Tips to Ease Into the Money Conversation
The topic of money appears to be very scary for those who most need to bring up the topic. This group would include sales professionals and entrepreneurs.
It is critical to become comfortable with the subject, because otherwise you may well kill the sale. The reason is people begin to think the following of you:…
The 8 Best Career-Boosting Gifts
By Kathleen Berner, Director Category Marketing, Staples
You can’t buy success, but the right gift can make a huge career difference. If you know someone looking to switch jobs, find a new position or move up the corporate ladder, a good business gift can go a long way to helping that transition.
Instead of another …
Worker’s Comp 101: Surviving A Claim
Worker’s compensation — it’s not a fun time for employees or employers. As much as each party tries desperately not to have an injury occur in the workplace, it always seems like someone gets hurt somehow. If you’re getting ready to deal with a worker’s compensation claim, take cover. Actually, better yet, read these tips …
Evil Does Exist. It May be One of Your Coworkers.
Narcissists are among the most interesting coworkers. They are also repugnant, disruptive and poisonous to a business, and potentially to your career. That is, if your narcissist sees you as anything except a reflection of his or her greatness. So, you must interact with your narcissist as if everything she does deserves nothing but positive …
Most Asked Questions about Work Authorization in the US
Well, I am getting a lot of questions about work authorization in the US and this week, I would like to clarify these questions. For example;
I have a university degree from X country. How do I apply for a work visa in the US?You cannot apply for a work visa which is called …
How to Go From Entry-Level to the Next Level
After spending nearly two years with a company — as an intern turned full-time employee — you decide it’s time for something new. You attempt to update your resume with the skills and experience gained during your time as an intern and entry-level employee, when you realize there isn’t much to update.
But, you might …
What Your Boss Really Wants From You
CEOs tell me that they want people:
-Who are full of ambition and goals.
-Who sing—well, silently hum—at work.
-Who stretch themselves every day and who always have new challenges they’re hankering to take on.
-Who get an emotional kick out of any accomplishment.
-Who are juiced (in the nonsteroid way) every morning to get …
5 Tips to Land a Job You’ll Love by the New Year
As the year comes to a close, both hiring managers’ and job seekers’ attention will begin to turn away from the hiring process and on to the holidays. And who can blame them?
While you might be tempted to press “pause” on your job search during the holiday season, if you want to make your …
5 Hiring Mistakes That Kill Recruiting Efficiency
Hiring great employees is as is crucial as it is complex. Nothing matters more in winning than getting the right people in the right places.
For this reason, organizations all over the world spend countless money, time and energy pursuing top candidates. While some consistently get ahead and recruit those who have passion, audacity and …
Work Remotely? Here’s How to Get that Promotion
Working remotely has it perks, but it’s also easy to be forgotten. While telecommuting has become an accepted practice for all size companies, moving up when you work from home can sometimes be harder to do. After all, remote workers have to be self-promoters if they want to get ahead when they aren’t in the …