Navigate Company Holiday Parties With These Tips
The holidays are a time for joy and celebration, but for many people, the thought of attending a company holiday party can be overwhelming. Whether you’re a new hire or a seasoned veteran of the corporate world, you can make the most of these events by following some simple guidelines. In this blog post, we’ll […]
How to Set Up Your Workspace for Success
Numerous factors contribute to stress – or not being stressed – at work, as well as to your overall success in your job. It may not be Number One on that list, but the way you set up your workspace and keep it organized can make a difference in how well each of your workdays […]
Tips to Land Your Dream Job
It’s out there: the job you’ve been looking for. Even if you’re feeling a bit intimidated or discouraged at the prospect of finding it, with a little planning and perseverance, it will happen – maybe even sooner than you think. As far as that planning goes, start with these tips: When you find a company […]
Are You Sure You’re Selecting the Best Candidates to Interview?
Candidate screening before scheduling interviews helps ensure that you short list the right people as you move closer to a final hiring decision. It can also reduce turnover, minimize the need for costly rehires, and contribute to improved employee engagement by ensuring that a new hire will be successful and fit well within your company […]
Does the Color of Your Resume Matter?
As you write or update your resume, you may think of adding an accent color for some extra pizzazz or a “wow” factor. And it may be okay. But tread cautiously and wisely. The perfect resume is not about finding the perfect color. It’s about tailoring content to the job, showing an employer your best […]
Setting Goals for Personal Development
If you play soccer, hockey, lacrosse, handball or polo, you know first-hand the value of scoring a goal. Getting there requires planning, skill, perseverance and practice. And the feeling of reward afterwards is awesome! The same is true in life and in your career. To develop into a superstar, you need to determine what matters […]
What are the Impacts of Sleep Deprivation on Your Career?
Actor, director and producer, Thomas Dekker, summed it up well when he said, “Sleep is the golden chain that ties health and our bodies together.” Dekker could have added our minds, our stress level, our general well-being, work performance and career success to the list, but the gist is there. As reported by the Harvard […]
What You Can Do to Encourage Employees to Speak Up
As a leader, it’s up to you to foster ongoing two-way communication with your employees and teams. It’s not always easy. Some people are natural talkers and tend to dominate conversations or meetings. But others, whose opinions and concerns matter just as much if not more so, may cringe at the mere thought of speaking […]
How to Fix the Problem of Not Being Hired
Rejection is hurtful in any situation, but repeatedly getting a negative or no response at all when it comes to job applications, callbacks, interviews or offers can do a real number on your psyche and self-esteem. If you’re starting to feel like you’ve been burned so often you may never get near the fire again, […]
These 4 Tips Will Help You Become More Valuable to Your Employer
To advance your career and make your day-to-day job as fulfilling as possible, it helps to become your boss’s go-to person – the one they naturally turn to for insight, support, and the ability to take on more responsibilities quickly. In other words, become more valuable to your employer by being indispensable. This means taking […]