By Marcelle Yeager |
When it comes down to it, public speaking is not an easy skill. Some people are naturally good at it, and others have to work at it. That's why there are specialized courses and groups out there to help people improve their public speaking ability.
When we hear the term "public speaking," we ...
By Hannah Morgan |
Younger Americans feel it's harder to eke out a living today, but it doesn't mean you have to give up your dream.
Sixty-eight percent of younger Americans think they have a harder time starting out than previous generations, while 80 percent of older Americans agree that getting started today ...
By Arnie Fertig |
Whether you are just starting a job search or have been at it a while without success, here are eight things you can do to prevent common errors that often result in being rejected in favor of someone else:
1. Be prepared at every stage of the game. No matter how spontaneous you normally are,
By Alison Green |
Simply being qualified for a job may get you an interview, but it won’t get you the job itself. That’s where interview skills come in.
Smart employers don’t expect job candidates to be perfectly polished interviewees, but some turnoffs that might seem minor on your end can be deal-breakers on ...
By Robin Reshwan |
Selecting an ideal employer can be a tricky endeavor. It is easy to judge a company by the friendly interviewers, modern furniture and above-average perks. However, employment satisfaction requires a few more factors that may be challenging to assess. Here are some things to consider before saying ...
By Arnie Fertig |
“We need someone with a higher energy level,” is one coded way of an employer saying: “I won’t hire you because you are too old.” There are many more excuses out there, and after hearing them over and over, talented older workers often give up looking in frustration.
Put simply, age is a
By Marcelle Yeager |
You've likely heard that you should only include relevant experience on your résumé – and then you've probably asked yourself what exactly that means. You may be wondering: Shouldn't I include all my work experience? Won't it hurt my chances of getting called for an interview if an ...
By Hannah Morgan |
For many, summer means reduced work hours or a slower pace, making these months an ideal time to invest in a little self-improvement.
You may notice your employer is promoting more courses this summer. Offering professional development is one way companies are showing employees how much they ...
By Hallie Crawford |
Many articles focus on how to use our strengths in the workplace. This is very important, because we were all born with natural talents and abilities, and learning how to use them in the workplace helps us be more productive, successful and fulfilled in our career.
However, it's also important to ...
By Robin Madell |
"Better safe than sorry" is the motto job seekers and employees alike should adopt when it comes to posting on social media. "Many underestimate the reach of social media," says David Hoffeld, CEO of Hoffeld Group. "Social media is search-engine friendly, and many wrongly assume that when they post ...
