25 Sep

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

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 a pay cut. Here are a few tips to help you better manage your new financial situation. 1. Negotiate New Benefits Your salary shouldn’t be the only benefit you receive at a job. If you receive a pay cut, negotiate with upper management to receive new benefits. For example, talk to your employer and ask for...

18 Sep

Posted at 07:00h in Job Seekers

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, you have someone who can make the entire process less stressful. A recruiter’s job is to make a connection between an applicant and a company. They are hired by a company to find the right candidates to fill open positions — they do not find jobs for people.  Why should you work with a recruiter? Is...

11 Sep

Posted at 07:00h in Career Advice

A full-time employee spends more than 40 hours a week in the office. To make this time enjoyable and to help you feel engaged and connected at work, it is essential that you develop strong professional relationships. However, it can be challenging to find a balance between social and professional relationships in the workplace. Here are a few ways for handling these work relationships. Be Careful What You Share  While a strong friendship is built on knowing one another well, you want to be wary about oversharing details about your personal life. While it is certainly acceptable to share some information about...

04 Sep

Posted at 07:00h in Career Advice

Just because you may live in the United States, it doesn’t mean you can legally work here. You must become work authorized to hold your dream job in the U.S.   What does becoming work authorized mean and how do you receive this status? Here are a few things you should know about becoming work authorized in the United States and the process to qualify.   What Does it Mean to Receive Work Authorization?    Work authorized is essentially an individuals’ employment eligibility. If you are born in the United States and are a natural-born citizen, you are automatically eligible and authorized to work in...

28 Aug

Posted at 07:00h in Career Advice

As you apply for a new job, you want to make yourself as marketable as possible. You want to appear as the ideal candidate and have the qualifications and skills necessary to complete a certain task. However, while some skills are industry-specific, others are not. Transferable skills are those skills that will help you be successful regardless of the industry and job title. You can use them as you move from job to job. While there are dozens of transferable skills you can acquire, here are five that should be at the top of your list.    1. Flexibility  The best employees can...

21 Aug

Posted at 07:00h in Career Advice, Employees, Mental Health

Having friends at work can create a more enjoyable work environment. You feel like you have an ally and you aren’t all alone in the workplace. However, the workforce can be competitive and making friends can be a challenge. Here are a few ways that you can create work friendships and build personal relationships at the office. Say ‘Hi’   As you walk by your coworkers on your way to break room or in the parking lot, make sure to say “hi.” You don’t have to start a full conversation with the individual but a friendly gesture is a simple and easy...

14 Aug

Posted at 07:00h in Uncategorized

It isn’t uncommon for many employers to hold a meeting just “to hold a meeting.” According to a report by the Harvard Business Review, more than 70% of the surveyed managers said that most business meetings are unproductive and inefficient. In many cases, these meetings could simply be an email that takes only a few minutes of the participant’s time rather than a chunk of their day. When you find yourself trapped in one of these unproductive meetings, here are a few ideas to help you stay productive and get something out of it.    Take Notes   Taking notes can help you pay attention,...

07 Aug

Posted at 07:00h in Interviews, Job Seekers

When you walk into a job interview, you want to make an immediate impression. While being prepared, your personality and even your resume will all contribute to your overall impression and the likelihood of getting the job, there is still basic interview etiquette you need to follow. Here are several things you should keep in mind during your next job interview.    Arrive on Time Walking in late to a job interview is not only going to make a bad impression, but it is also rude as well. This one action tells your interviewers that this job is not a priority to you...

31 Jul

Posted at 21:00h in Career Advice

It is common for many individuals to feel stuck in their career and have no clear plan for the future. Even if you have been in the same job for several years, it can be challenging to know what you want to get out of your career and how to be fully engaged in your position. Luckily, you can set career goals that will help you achieve the level of success you desire and be happy at work.    Here are a few tips to help you figure out what you want out of your career.    Determine What is Working and What is...

24 Jul

Posted at 14:24h in Career Advice

Being an extraordinary employee is much more than your quality of work and how well you meet your deadlines (even though these are very important!). It also involves how well you behave in the workplace, how considerate you are of others, and your manners. Let’s talk about five workplace etiquette rules that will not only help you be more well-liked in the office but will decrease the conflict and contention you experience as well. 1. Watch Your Noise Levels   No matter if you have your own private office or you sit in a sea of cubicles, you want to keep your noise...