Your coworkers: those wonderful, annoying, fascinating, frustrating comrades in arms, who you rely on in most cases but sometimes feel like just another headache to deal with. Learning to navigate these complicated relationships is key for optimizing your team’s potential, as well as for maximizing your own professional success. Generally speaking, people trust their coworkers….
Job interviews make you nervous? You’re not alone. In fact, that feeling is almost universal. One study showed that 93% of candidates feel anxious heading into a meeting with a prospective employer. Still, you need to take steps to curb those jitters. A calm, confident performance will help you land the job. By getting your…
Feedback can help you improve. Sure, it’s always difficult to absorb criticism. But staying open to new ways of approaching your job will only boost your ability to perform. And, in truth, most employees welcome feedback — assuming it’s delivered in a constructive way. One study found that almost two-thirds of workers (65%) would like…
Workplace accidents are probably more common than you think. Luckily, a few simple actions on your part can lower your risk. In tribute to National Safety Month, let’s look at some of the most common workplace hazards and how to avoid them. The statistics on workplace accidents are staggering. The government said private employers reported…
You’ve worked hard to earn your college degree. But now that you’ve received your diploma, it’s time to start a new journey. Your career is about to start — you just need to find the perfect entry-level position to jumpstart your professional development. This isn’t always simple. One study showed that more than half of…
Rejection is hard. But silence can be even harder. When you find a job that seems perfect for you and don’t even get a response to your application, it can undermine your confidence. Sometimes you just have to be patient. On average, companies take more than three weeks to run their hiring process. It’s rare…
Each time you approach a job posting, one key question should come to mind: can you fulfill the job? However, your investigation should go beyond that. There are other clues you can get from the job description that will let you know whether to apply. Start by reviewing the job posting for a list of…
You thought you left exams behind when you finished school. Unfortunately, some job interviews get that test-like feel. Beyond the traditional questions about your background and work habits, many employers also mix in skill-based questions. These require a different kind of preparation. For more general questions, it’s possible to compose standard answers. You may tweak…
Ah, summertime. Time to relax, hit the beach, and completely forget about school for a few months. It’s also a great time to earn some extra money. But is there anything better than fast-food joints for summer cash? Actually, there is. A job with flexible hours gives you the best option for summer vacation. Summer…
Careers last a long time. Your work life will span decades, meaning that any decision you make can reverberate for years to come: no pressure or anything. However, even with these long-term implications, you don’t need to be gripped by uncertainty as you scroll through job postings. There are ways to create flexibility while still…
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