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Steve Jobs once said, “Focus is about saying no.” And it’s true. If you say yes to every new task proposed by your boss or colleagues, you’ll never finish a task or achieve your goals. For this reason it’s important to know how to properly say no. Before you can learn how to say no,… Read more »

With Thanksgiving and Christmas on the way, you’re bound to be traveling, visiting family and shopping. These breaks from school and work can be the relaxation you need. If you’re looking for a new position, here are some tips for job hunting around the holidays. Best Time to Search At the end of the year,… Read more »

Congratulations! You got the interview and it seemed to go well, so now what? Whether you think that interview went well or you feel a little uncertain, next step is a follow up. Get Your Follow Up Info During the Interview First, you have to have their contact info in order to follow up, so… Read more »

It’s hard to believe, but the election is right around the corner again and this is sure to be a hot topic in the office. It will steadily increase in coverage on the news, the Internet, and in retail stores. With one of the more volatile political environments in many years, it will likely be… Read more »

In today’s market, it’s very difficult to secure a new job. You may have applied to thousands or secured an interview, but have no luck in landing a job. They say it’s all about who you know. And it’s true. Utilizing your connections can help you get a job. Networking and building relationships is a… Read more »

Any good manager must understand the importance of developing your employees to reach their potential. One of the biggest hindrances that can negatively affect that progress is being a micromanager. It’s important to know the signs and to follow the below steps to avoid becoming a tyrant over your employees. Signs You’re a Micromanager If… Read more »

You find the “perfect job.” It’s at a company you most admire, they have a great reputation, and the job is your dream! The only thing is you don’t exactly qualify or you have too many gaps in your employment that you’re embarrassed to even try with your “truthful” resume. So, what do you do?… Read more »

Turnover is a common problem in workplaces. Why are employees leaving? There could be several reasons why employees leave, but here are ways for you as an employer to increase retention and make your company a place to stay. Right Employees for the Right Culture Employee happiness starts with hiring the right employees for the… Read more »

We’ve all been in the position where we feel we need to leave our current job for a new position. It might be for better growth opportunity, better work/life balance, or simply, better pay. You may do everything by the book; job searching and interviewing for positions on your own time. You might even schedule… Read more »

Congratulations! Think about it: Having two awesome candidates to choose between for a position is a nice problem to have. It’s often hard to find a perfect hire, so having a choice is rare. However, when you do have this problem, it’s a very difficult choice. Now’s the time to ask yourself some difficult questions.… Read more »