Congratulations – you’ve landed a new job! It’s easy to think that after having aced the interview, negotiated a great package and set your start date that the hard work is done. Of course you should celebrate your victory, but don’t spend too long basking in the glory of your success because there is still
Sometimes the signs that you’re in a poor work situation are unclear. After all, not every employee/employer misfit is as telltale as the 2011 comedy Horrible Bosses. So, we’ve put together five straightforward signs that you’re in the wrong job. Take a look and, if you find that one or more apply, it just might
For many of us, a new year is a fresh start – a time to wipe the slate clean and start fresh. In fact, it’s safe to say that when it’s time to roll into a new calendar year, we all take some time to think about the life changes we’d like to make. Whether you’re someone
Performance reviews can be stressful, especially when you feel that you are being criticized for your work and/or behavior on the job. The key to turn a critical review into a positive experience for you is to respond in a thoughtful, objective and proactive manner. Demonstrating the attitude that you can learn from a performance
It’s safe to say that like many of us, your ultimate goal is to get ahead in your career. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to do that – without stepping on others to get where you want to be! The truth is, mental toughness is typically a foregone conclusion in the professional sports arena, entrepreneurial
Are you ready for a better career? If you love your job, there’s always room for growth and improvement, and if you hate your job, well… it’s time for a change. We’ve compiled an eight step guide to help you do some soul-searching, set some goals, and get inspired to succeed – a kick in
A new year brings many of us to inventory our satisfaction with our lives. We evaluate our personal habits, our relationships, and our jobs, looking for those places that are overdue for renovation. If you’re beginning to realize that your current career path no longer suits you, or is actually making you unhappy, it may
Can being too good at your job actually be a career mistake? Yes, according to career expert and author Greg Mckeown, who sees success as a catalyst for failure – short of any upward momentum, that is. McKeown’s goal? To encourage overly-capable lateral careerists to stop being the ‘go-to’ people again and again and instead strive for
Would you say your career trajectory parallels that of climbing a ladder? Or one strategically driven by selecting more lateral opportunities? According to Facebook’s COO Sheryl Sandberg, this answer is often determined by your gender. Just shy of its one year anniversary in circulation, people are still talking about Ms. Sandberg’s New York Times best selling book
How many jobs have you had in your career? If you’re a Millennial, the answer is probably “a lot”. In fact, the Bureau of Labor reports that on average, Millennials will hold 11 jobs before they hit 34. While this kind of career approach may be acceptable to others in our age group, other generations may
Craig Jenkins-Sutton grew up with a love for gardening, but after working for a landscaping service he decided he didn’t want to work for someone else. In 2003 he put an ad in the Chicago Tribune, offering garden design services. After receiving 40 responses, he went into business and started a garden design company. Passing
The brouhaha surrounding Yahoo! CEO Marissa Mayer’s decision to ban employees from working from home had barely subsided when Hewlett-Packard CEO Meg Whitman following suit, announcing that she wants all employees to come to office every day. At the same time, we have Sheila C. Johnson, CEO of Salamander Hotels and Resorts who says she
All of our life we are told to WORK HARD. In America, part of the collective narrative is if we work hard good things will happen for us. Well, what happens when hard work is not enough? The world is littered with the broken dreams of ambitious people who worked hard and never achieved their
Changing industries can be an overwhelming task. As life throws more demands along the way, it becomes harder to find the time to switch to a more fulfilling path. It takes perseverance, dedication and a few helpful tips to have a successful career change. 1. Set a Goal It’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind
Many of us, if not all of us, share the desire to reach our full potential and work our way up the business ladder. It is most definitely not ideal to all of us to stay stationary at work and never move our way along to greater success. Success at work counts for a variety
You know that your skills as a graphic artist are above par. The slew of clients you’ve amassed over the years is proof that you are good at what you do. Now, you’re thinking of ditching the nine-to-five and becoming your own boss. At the last minute, though, you stop to second-guess yourself. “Am I
The recession has affected almost every industry, including the financial industry. It’s a smart move to get in a career that has some longevity in our changing future. Here are five careers in finance that have a bright outlook. 1. Risk Management Analyst Risk is a significant word in the financial world. The importance of
Indiana Jones was the coolest archaeologist that ever lived. When I was a kid I had no idea what an archaeologist was or what they did, but I knew that if they had the opportunity to travel and save the world from ancient evils, I wanted to be one. As I relive these moments of
An aging population, deteriorating environmental conditions, and the government’s push for making sure everyone has medical insurance all contribute to enormous job growth in the healthcare field. Even some careers you may never have heard of are well on their way to becoming common in medical facilities. Here are the top five emerging careers in
Are you satisfied in your current position? Distressingly few people can answer yes to that question. Most people want a pay raise, a promotion or a jump to a better position at a different company. Yet, in today’s economic climate, few people manage to obtain those goals. Those who do have secrets to their success.
