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8 Ways to Turn Off Your Interviewer
It might seem cruel, but time after time I've heard hiring managers admit they decide whether or not an applicant is suited for the job 15 minutes into the interview. Chemistry plays a huge part in the success of an initial meeting, and while you may not be able to control the laws of nature, you can certainly follow the rules of what not to do. Refrain from doing any of these eight things during your next interview.
7 Ways to Make Your Résumé Rock
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.
Do Your Co-Workers Respect Your Privacy?
Working with colleagues every day and sharing space means we only have a certain amount of privacy at work. Whether we like it or not, co-workers will occasionally look over your shoulder to get a glimpse of your screen or paperwork. And, if the boundaries aren't built up, they might even sneak a peek in your drawers.
Is Your Salary Fair?
We do it all for the money. Well, it's a big motivator. Are you fairly compensated for your job compared to other people in similar roles?
How-To: Defuse Any Situation at Work
No matter your profession, your workday has the potential to be a landmine of conflict. A disagreement with a co-worker, a runin 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.
6 Signs Your Workplace Is Dysfunctional
I had a friend who used to compare her workplace to a dysfunctional relationship. Her job made her unhappy, but she claimed she felt stuck, and wasn’t sure that she could find anything better. Every time things at her company took a turn for the worse, she told her friends and family, "Things might get better!
Do Your Finance and Career Habits Mirror Your Father's?
Through the years my father taught me one of the most important lessons in life: Money isn't everything but doing the right thing is, and supporting your family and giving the gift of education are good investments. His hectic schedule running his own business and nonstop days showed me that balancing a full life takes perseverance, but you can do anything if you set your mind to it. Have you taken after your dad in the way you handle your career, money, or work-life balance?
How Many Hours Do You Clock Each Week?
How Many Hours Do You Clock Each Week?
20 hours or less
Between 35 and 40 hours
Between 40 and 50 hours
Between 50 and 60 hours
More than 60 hours
Would You Leave a High Profile Job to Pursue Your Passion?
To many people, being the VP of a huge TV network and producing a nationally renowned news show seems like a pretty sweet gig. But what if you decided it just wasn’t for you anymore? Mimi Gurbst, senior producer for ABC news, did just that.
How-To: Show Your Gratitude at the Office
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.
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