21 Oct

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

Changing careers can be a frightening and stressful experience. Due to all of the emotions you may feel, you may even consider putting it off or avoiding it altogether. However, if a career transition is what you need to be happy, improve your lifestyle, or to increase your engagement in the workplace, it may be worth all the anxiety and stress you may feel.  Here are five signs that it is time for a career transition. 1. You are Bored at Work Do you find yourself constantly bored at work? Are there few tasks that challenge or excite you? When you face this...

14 Oct

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice, Uncategorized

Getting all of your work done throughout the day is no simple task but it becomes even more of a challenge when you have to take care of children on top of it. Children demand constant attention and the pile of assignments to complete, Zoom meetings, deadlines, etc., can make life stressful.  Luckily, with a few expert tips, you can remain productive while working from home with kids. You can still accomplish your work and give your children the care that they need. Establish a Routine A routine will help to lower your stress levels and allow you to get more done. Plus,...

07 Oct

Posted at 06:00h in Job Seekers

Your resume is essential to help you land your dream job. However, if there is anything unusual or out-of-the-ordinary on it, hiring managers and human resource personnel may inquire about it and place you low on their “favorite’s list.” So, what should you do if you have weird gaps on your resume? Can you use these questionable aspects of this document to your advantage?  Here are a few tips to help you best explain those weird gaps on your resume. Be Honest The best thing you can do when asked about any unusual points on your resume is to be honest. Employers value...

30 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

Bad days at work are going to happen and unfortunately, there is no way to avoid them. However, how you handle these rough days is going to make all the difference in your attitude, how others view you, your confidence, productivity levels, and much more.  When those bad days at work occur — and they will — here are five simple things you can do to stay positive. Take a Break If you are struggling at work, the best thing to do is to walk away for a few minutes. Take a break by getting up and leaving your desk. Go for a...

23 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

A career transition can be a major life change. It can be a frightening and overwhelming move as you may be unsure about your future and the steps you must complete to ensure your career change is a success. To help you get started and to feel more confident in your decision, here are five things you should do to find success. 1. Do a Self-Evaluation First, you must decide why you want to change careers. Is it because you don’t like your current job? Are you finding your current employment is too stressful or boring and dull? You should also...

16 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

No matter if you schedule one-on-one meetings each quarter, every month, or weekly, these meetings must be a priority. These meetings allow employees to ask questions, gather feedback, make suggestions, etc. It helps them recognize the areas where improvements could be made, provides a setting to receive praise, and allows them to work with their managers to reach their career goals.  Unfortunately, many one-on-one meetings are rushed, provide little value, and turn into gossip sessions rather than productive workshops. Here are a few tips as a manager for turning these one-on-one meetings into a success. Don’t Cancel or Reschedule When your schedule becomes...

09 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

No matter your industry, position, or past experience, the ability to make a good decision is a skill you should strive to possess. A good decision-maker is an individual who can think clearly, logically, and quickly. These individuals can leave their emotions out of the decision-making process and will feel confident in their final decisions — they rarely hesitate or re-think their choice.  Any individual can become a good decision-maker. Here are a few tips to help you improve this important skill.   Use Available Resources Good decision-makers use available data and research. They rarely make decisions without looking at all of the facts....

02 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

How much time are you and your employees spending in unproductive meetings each week? You may be surprised. According to one survey of 1,945 workers, approximately 6% of workers said they spend 10 hours or more in unproductive meetings each week. This is 25% of their 40-hour workweek. The survey also found that 15% of workers spend up to five to 10 hours each week in unproductive meetings, 34% spend two to five hours, and 34% spend at least one to two hours each week in unproductive meetings.  Wasted time isn’t the only downside to long and unproductive meetings. Doodle’s 2019...

26 Aug

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

It is easy to become comfortable with your current position in the workplace. You know what is expected of you, the tasks you need to complete, and the people to turn to when you require a helping hand. However, when you become complacent and settled in your current position, you do not allow yourself to grow. You prevent yourself from progressing and improving in both your personal and professional life.  There is no reason you need to hold yourself back. Here are four ways to step out of your comfort zone in the workplace and find success. 1. Tackle a New Assignment Is...

19 Aug

Posted at 06:00h in Virtual Office Life

Research shows that if you want to retain employees, you must begin with the onboarding process. Approximately 69% of employees are likely to stay with a company for more than three years if they experience great onboarding. However, the onboarding process can be a challenge when you work remotely. Luckily, with some great ideas, work, and time, you can create a virtual onboard program that will help all of your new hires reach their full productivity and performance levels. Here are five tips to help you create a successful virtual onboarding program.  1. Find the Right Tech There are all types of tech...