Here’s What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy at Work
Looking after your physical and mental health can be challenging, with everything else going on right now. The obvious concerns at this time are fighting Covid-19, the flu, RSV and similar bugs. But while that’s critically important, it’s part of a bigger picture: keeping it all in balance. Doing so can be even harder if […]
Look for These 5 Signs You’re Burned Out at Work
Burnout is more than just a bad day – or week, or even month – at work. As defined by the Mayo Clinic, it’s a specific type of job-related stress that results in a state of physical or emotional exhaustion. It also can manifest as a sense of lowered accomplishment or a loss of personal […]
3 Tips for Answering the Interview Question “Tell Me About Yourself”
“So, tell us a little bit about yourself.” It’s a classic interview question – usually, the first one asked after the formalities of introductions have been completed. You should be prepared for it, as it can set the stage for the overall success or failure of the conversation to follow. It seems like an easy […]
3 Reasons to Develop a Relationship with Your Coworkers
Maybe you’ve just never stopped to consider it, but building healthy relationships with your coworkers is an essential part of having a successful career. Even if you’re an introvert by nature, reaching out and getting to know your colleagues on a more personal can reap many benefits, including: It reduces your stress level. You may […]
3 Tips for Handling Frustrated Employees
Even among the happiest, most motivated teams, frustration will inevitably occur from time to time. And if it starts to become common in one or more people, chances are it won’t go away on its own. It may fester and worsen if left unattended. Frustrated employees rarely do their best work. And, signs of frustration […]
4 Tips for Getting the Right Kind of Feedback at a New Job
The first 90 days on a new job set the stage for your long-term success. This is the time to deliver on the promises you made during your hiring process and solidify how your manager and peers will perceive you. No pressure, right? Seriously, while this input is critical, there are ways to get it […]
5 Common Cover Letter Mistakes and How to Correct Them
It goes without saying that your resume is a critical tool in your successful job search. However, the very first thing a recruiter or hiring manager will see is your cover letter. Before you question this fact, rest assured that they will read it – and use it as the first test of your potential […]
What You May Not Know When Applying for a Job
Navigating through the start-to-finish process of applying for a job can be stressful, to say the least. No matter how hard you work to prepare, you may still wonder whether you’re forgetting or downplaying any key steps. Here are some pointers to keep in mind: Clean up and amp up your social media presence. More […]
3 Tips for Proving Your Value in a Job Interview
“Why should we hire you above all the other candidates for this job?” “How will you add value to our company?” These are two of the most important – and most likely – questions you’ll be asked in your interview. And if you’re not prepared to give a good reason why an employer should hire […]
How to Make it Easier for Your Employees to Ask for Help
If you sense a lack of cooperation or collaboration among certain team members, the problem may not be people’s unwillingness to give each other a hand. It could be because your employees simply don’t – or won’t – ask for help. Why not? A leading reason is a fear that asking for help will be […]