The rise of open offices has triggered a sort of “open office” revolution for a humongous amount of workplaces across the country - it feels like the death of the cubicle! The rise in the use of open offices makes sense, though, since it’s easier for people to think in open areas, easier for them to communicate, and it saves money on office furniture (like partitions). … [Read more...] about Open Offices & Open Workplace Etiquette
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6 Steps to Becoming a Beauty Blogger or YouTuber
If you’re tech-savvy and also interested in health and beauty, then you may want to share your skincare tips, makeup secrets or beauty hacks with the rest of the world. A number of British beauty YouTubers and bloggers have achieved a global reach, which has led to some of them becoming influencers and even launching their own make-up lines. It’s rare to achieve this level of success, but you can still have fun and maybe even make some ad revenue from your blog or channel. … [Read more...] about 6 Steps to Becoming a Beauty Blogger or YouTuber
5 Phone Interview Tips to Get That Job
Learning about different phone interview tips is just as much understanding the interview process, as it is understanding the phone interview process. Everyone loves landing an interview because it means that your resume (and other credentials) left enough of an impression that someone liked you - they really liked you! … [Read more...] about 5 Phone Interview Tips to Get That Job
How to Get Out of a Rut
Wondering how to get out of a rut? You're not alone. Bill Murray found himself stuck in a rut, as the reporter Phil covering the insanity of Groundhog Day. Every day, Phil awoke at the same time, with the same Sonny & Cher tune playing, within the same hotel room. Not only was Phil stuck in a career rut, he was completely immersed in a life rut. It took dramatic changes to his personality to extricate himself from the rut, but Phil eventually moved on with his life and hence, his career. One of the most perplexing problems professionals face involves learning how to get out of a rut. … [Read more...] about How to Get Out of a Rut
What Makes a Good Employee?
Ask 10 people to describe their favorite cheesecake and you might receive 10 different answers. That should never be the case for describing what makes a good employee. Sure, employers differ on some of the traits that define good employees, but six characteristics separate run-of-the-mill employees from employees that make significant contributions to your business. … [Read more...] about What Makes a Good Employee?
Minimize The Risk: Know What Hazards To Look For When Applying For Construction Work
The US is home to over 70,000 commercial construction businesses, with that figure predicted to rise. This means there are plenty of jobs available in construction, and there is a diverse range of paths to take. However, construction is considered one of the more dangerous occupations, so if you’re interested in beginning a career in this field, it’s worth being aware of some of the potential hazards so you can check that safety measures are in place at any company you consider working for. … [Read more...] about Minimize The Risk: Know What Hazards To Look For When Applying For Construction Work
The Best Jobs for Short and On-the-Job Training Programs
It’s understandable why someone might be looking for a career with a short training program or perhaps training that can be done primarily on-the-job. This is particularly true with the ongoing student loan debt crisis, and the effects so many Americans are feeling as a result. … [Read more...] about The Best Jobs for Short and On-the-Job Training Programs
3 Tips for Finding a New Job When You Already Have One
A recent survey has provided data to back up the adage that it’s easier to find a new job while you still have one—80 percent of human resources professionals view job seekers who currently have jobs as more likely to become valued employees than applicants who are unemployed. Clearly, this presents a dilemma: How do you find your next position efficiently and discreetly while you still have a job that demands your time and attention? The main challenges to a smooth transition from your current job to your next are finding the time to undertake a job hunt, making sure your current employer does not find out you are looking at a stage that might jeopardize your employment status, and providing references. Planning ahead can make each of these obstacles a bit easier to clear. … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Finding a New Job When You Already Have One
The art of the side hustle – 5 ways you could be making more money from home
Whether you love or loathe your current job, I’ll bet that you wish it paid you more money. In fact, I think most of us wish we all had a little extra disposable income each month. When did the cost of living get so high? And why don’t our wages reflect that? … [Read more...] about The art of the side hustle – 5 ways you could be making more money from home
10 Back to School Tips for WORK
The streets are once again clogged with yellow buses. Children are jamming straws into Carpi Sun drinks across the country. The teacher christens a new blackboard with the first morsel of chalk. It must be back to school time! … [Read more...] about 10 Back to School Tips for WORK