It makes sense.
job search
1 5 Things to Bring to a Job Interview
career
2 10 Tips For Writing More Professional Emails
Editor's Pick
3 10 Tips For Getting (and Nailing) a Job Interview
career
4 How-To: Step Up Your Game at Work
work-life balance
5 How-To: Show Your Gratitude at the Office
career
6 5 Memorable Workplace Movies
career
7 Forbes Ranks College Majors by Average Starting Salary
Editor's Pick
8 8 Gifts Job Hunters Would Love
job search
9 Ask Savvy: Is It Acceptable to Apply For Multiple Positions at One Company?
job search
10 7 Ways to Make Your Résumé Rock
career
11 Ask Savvy: How to Respond When Asked For Salary Requirements
career
12 Famous Daughters Who Followed in Mom's Footsteps
job search
13 The Grind: What's in an Email Address
job search
14 5 Steps to Take After a Job Interview
job search
15 Job Search Tip: Get a Sensible Email Address
Editor's Pick
16 6 Famous Statements That Hurt Careers
career
17 Would You Rather Communicate in Person With Your Co-Workers?
career
18 Performance Review Time: 5 Tips For Evaluating Yourself
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
An increasingly large pool of unemployed workers, many of whom are highly qualified and have killer resumes, means that getting an interview and landing a new job is a longer and more challenging process these days. After sorting through piles of resumes, hiring managers are now holding more rounds of interviews than before. Get through the first round of interviews with these tips. Read more
No matter your profession, your workday has the potential to be a landmine of conflict. A disagreement with a co-worker, a run-in with your boss, or an angry call from a client can ruin your day, or even your week, if you don't know how to deal with it. Keep the following tips in mind next time things get tense at work to be sure you come out unscathed. 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
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
