The job hunt is an overwhelming process. You want to feature yourself in the best light to certain companies. You want to show how you can become an asset to their team, help their business succeed, and be a valuable resource. However, to market yourself,...
As you search for your dream job, you may be on the lookout for many benefits such as unlimited paid time off. While this perk is rare, there are some companies like Eventbrite, General Electric, and Groupon that offer unlimited vacation time. Why are some companies...
Winter is quickly approaching and that means flu and cold season is upon us. While most of us spend time each day sanitizing and tidying our homes, we often overlook our work areas. Our offices are breeding grounds for millions of bacteria. Unfortunately, many of...
Each day the average worker receives up to 121 emails and they spend up to three hours of their workday attempting to control their inbox. While email is an effective communication tool, it can hinder your productivity in the workplace. Unfortunately, if you don’t check...
After receiving a poor performance review, you may experience any number of emotions from anger and sadness to confusion. This review can affect future promotions, pay increases, and your self-confidence in the workplace. However, before you fight back and become defensive, here are several things...
No matter your industry or job position, you will always want to improve and become better. For example, you may have your sights set on a job promotion, a certain sales revenue, or even inventing a new product. While it is important to have goals,...
Remote jobs are becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Since 2005, remote work has grown 159% and more than 4.7 million people in the United States enjoy a telecommuting job. While many individuals are seeking remote work, it may not be best for everyone....
When quitting a job, you will often be required to attend an exit interview before you leave. This is a short meeting or a written survey that allows you to share with the employer the good and bad about the position and company. While it...
There may be times throughout your career when a pay cut is inevitable. You may receive a pay cut if you switch jobs or if layoffs or changes in your company occur. This can be stressful, especially if you don’t know how to properly handle...
The job hunt can be an overwhelming and daunting experience. Regardless if you have a substantial amount of experience behind you or you are starting, it can be difficult to find a job that you love and are perfect to fill. When working with a recruiter,...