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1 How-To: Give a Dynamic Presentation
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2 6 Famous Statements That Hurt Careers
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3 The Grind: What's in an Email Address
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4 5 Memorable Workplace Movies
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5 Should You Never Talk Salary With Your Co-Workers?
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6 How-To: Show Your Gratitude at the Office
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7 Should Your Guest List Include Your Boss and Co-Workers?
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8 Rules For Your First Week of Work
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9 What Kind of Employee Are You?
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10 How Much Would Popular TV Roles Earn in Real Life?
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11 Are These Jobs Really Low Stress?
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12 Manage Up
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13 How to Beat Office Politics
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14 Ask Savvy: Should I Use Someone Else's Address on My Resume?
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15 Foreign Languages and Your Salary
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16 Oddest Jobs of 2008, From A to Z
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17 How to Evaluate a Job Offer
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18 Ask Savvy: Is It Acceptable to Apply For Multiple Positions at One Company?
Showing appreciation for co-workers should be as easy as saying, "Thanks, buddy!" But somehow, those two words can sneak through the cracks or come off as disingenuous if they are uttered too often. Office politics, nonstop schedules and confusing etiquette can make thanking your co-workers and boss nerve-racking. Use this simple guide to give gracias to your office mates and when in doubt, just Read more
There's probably someone in your life who's looking for a job right now, whether it be someone about to graduate, someone recently laid off, or somebody who quit her job as a step toward taking up her dream career. Looking for a job can be really stressful, so consider getting some of these gifts for the job hunter in your life to brighten things up a little. Read more
Doing what you can to prepare for a performance review puts you in the best position possible for a smooth experience, but unexpected bumps can certainly arise. If you and your boss haven't been communicating well, that leaves an open door for surprise comments that could shake your confidence. Don't let these minor moments distract you from getting the most from your review. Check out these tips Read more
Do you ever have one of those moments when you wished you kept your mouth shut? It's one thing if what you said embarrassed you in front of your friends, but it's another thing when that statement caused havoc in your career. Check out examples of famous people who made verbal gaffes that lead to career hiccups. Read more
The work week can feel like a total drag if you don't have habits to make your job feel a little less like work. Make work less laborious with my six ideas. Read more
Most of us have at least a few days off coming up, so why not take some of that free time and do something productive — like fixing up your résumé? Making a few improvements here and there could be what it takes to bring your résumé from presentable to professional. Start the slideshow to see seven ways to make your résumé rock. Read more
Shooting out so many job applications that you're not spending time catering your résumé and cover letter to each position is simply counterproductive. However, an efficient job search includes dedicating several hours each day to the employment cause, and ideally this means applying for a handful of jobs each day. Keep track of your daily job search by creating log. Maintain a spreadsheet Read more
It takes all kinds to make up a workplace. Do you know what type of employee you are, and how that might be affecting those around you? Take my quiz to find out! Photo courtesy of NBC Your boss mentions a new idea in your weekly staff meeting that’s obviously flawed, and no one is speaking up. You: a) Make a joke to break the tension, and suggest the team revisit the idea over drinks Read more
It's too bad that I have only had disappointingly normal job interviews in the past, or I would have some juicy stories to share with you! I've heard of some employers asking pretty outlandish questions, and I guess it's just another way for them to reduce the numbers and find someone who will mesh with their company culture. I can see how some of these questions test critical thinking skills and Read more
When times are bad, quitting your job (even if you hate it) isn't an option. After all, how are you going to pay off your bills without income? Even though a steady pay will ease some of the stress in your life, an Australian study found that the mental health of people working "bad jobs" is worse or on par with those who are unemployed. A factor that contributes to job dissatisfaction is feeling Read more
