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7 strategies for embracing change in the workplace
Learning to accept change at work is critical to being successful in your career. Dealing with alterations to your normal work procedures can be frustrating, unwanted, and even scary, but change can bring many positive elements to an active working environment.
Dealing with rejection during your job search
These days, you may encounter many rejections during your job search. Take care of your personal well-being and keep your hunt on track by following these tips.
How to work with difficult people
No matter where you work or what industry you happen to work in, there's a good chance you'll meet someone you can't stand working with. It's unfortunate; but true.
13 Practical Ways to Live Your Dream(s) Without Quitting Your Day Job
Maybe you want to star in a Hollywood movie or captain a charter boat on a Caribbean island. Meanwhile, you're spending your weeks sitting in a cubicle or chauffeuring your kids to soccer practice.
How to Command Respect From Others
In today's society, respect is often seen as an afterthought. With millions of college educated professionals treating the cast of "The Bad Girls' Club" and "Jersey Shore" as their role models, respect is often taken for granted or ignored as an important part of the way we live.
Read this before you reject a job offer
US job losses due to COVID-19 have reached their highest level since the Great Depression. With news like that, you might wonder if it’s foolish to even consider turning down a job offer.
Strategies for Weekend Job Hunting
There’s some truth to the adage that the more time you spend looking for work, the shorter your job search will be. With that in mind, you might want to avoid taking 2 days off each week while you’re waiting for the business to resume on Monday morning.
The Secret to Applying for Jobs when You are Underqualified
You’ve probably come across job openings that sound interesting, but you notice that you’re lacking some of the desired qualifications. Is it okay to apply anyway? In most cases, it’s worth taking a chance.
Leaving a job gracefully
Leaving a job gracefully enables you to protect your future career path and maintain good relationships with former colleagues. During your career, especially if you stay in the same industry, new jobs are often enhanced by good relationships with former bosses and co-workers. It's a small world - you never know who from your past you might meet again in your future.
How to write a great resume
If you're in the market for a new job, the quality of your resume can make all the difference. With careful planning and proper formatting, you can write a great resume that just may land you your dream job.
How to shine in your new job
First impressions last a lifetime. When starting a new job, you want to ensure your first impression is a positive one.
Eight easy ways to boost your career
You can make great strides in your career without spending long days and nights at the office. Advancing your career is the result of several small strategies. While none of these is likely to make a significant difference by itself, when combined, the results can be impressive.
Your LinkedIn headshot may be holding you back
Recruiters, colleagues, and potential clients are 14 times more likely to click on your LinkedIn profile if you have a photo. If you're spending hours editing your summary statement, ensure you give equal time to the images.
Managing friendships in the workplaces
When you consider the amount of time you spend with your work colleagues, it's natural that many of your deepest friendships may develop there.