09 Dec

Posted at 06:00h in Job Seekers

Your portfolio is your ticket to securing that new job. With samples of your past work, your future employers can see the proof behind what your resume and cover letters say. Your portfolio demonstrates past achievements in your field. Nowadays, everything is online, including portfolios. Rather than printed documents in a folder, your online portfolio is a web address.  Here are some tips to help you create a robust and unique portfolio that will catch the eyes of hiring managers. Helpful in Any Industry An online portfolio is your website where you can introduce yourself and share past samples of work that you’d bring...

02 Dec

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

If you are passionate about landing a new job, certain habits and behaviors will help you stand out from other job candidates. These habits are valued by employers and will make you a strong asset to any team. They also help you maintain focus, can increase creativity, and improve productivity and performance.  While there are a plethora of habits you can develop to increase your success, here are five workplace-centered options to help you land your dream job. 1. Time Management How you manage your time is critical in the workplace. Poor time management skills will affect your performance levels, cause you to...

25 Nov

Posted at 06:00h in Mental Health

Job burnout can happen to anyone and at any time. It is a type of job-related stress that makes you physically and mentally exhausted. It reduces your motivation and makes it challenging to give 100% to each of your job-related tasks.  When you begin to feel burned out, what should you do? What steps can prevent you from making decisions that you may later regret? Here are five ideas. 1. Determine What is Causing You to Feel Job Burnout Feeling burned out can happen for a number of reasons. A few common causes include:  Unclear or too high of job expectations from management...

18 Nov

Posted at 08:00h in Career Advice

The workplace can quickly become a stressful and tense environment. Certain situations, projects, and tasks can cause you to easily lose your cool or build unnecessary tension between employees. As a supervisor or leader, what can you do to address this conflict? How can you preserve relationships and ensure that contention is handled professionally?  Fortunately, you don’t have to be a professional mediator to handle these difficult situations. Here are several steps to help you address contention in the workplace.  Address the Conflict Right Away Do not try to avoid the situation. This will only let the conflict, tension, and negative feelings continue...

11 Nov

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

There may be times in your career where you are asked to do something you don’t have the time to complete, you don’t know how to do, or you may not feel comfortable working on it. Rather than agree, it may be in your best interest to decline and politely say no.  However, saying no at work can be difficult, especially when you say this two-letter word to your boss or another executive. So, how can you say no at work, guilt-free — without it affecting your career? Explain Why Rather than saying no and ending the conversation, explain to your manager why...

04 Nov

Posted at 06:00h in Office Life

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that during the 2019 to 2020 United States flu season, there were 39 million to 56 million flu illnesses. There were also 410,000 to 740,000 individuals hospitalized due to the illness. Unfortunately, close contact with individuals outside of your home — such as in the workplace — is a major spreader of the flu. Luckily, there are many things you can do to stay safe and to keep your body healthy.  Here are five wellness tips to keep you healthy at work during flu season. 1. Wash Your Hands Often One of the best things...

28 Oct

Posted at 06:00h in Career Advice

Depression costs businesses in the United States more than $44 billion each year. Poor mental health can affect your employees’ engagement levels, productivity, team-building, performance, and so much more. While a great salary is a perk that many employees search for, if you truly want to attract and retain talent, offering mental health benefits is key. This will not only benefit all of your employees but the entire company as well.  There are a variety of mental health benefits your company may consider offering its employees.  A few of these benefits include: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a work-based...

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...