Careers

If only your office allowed you to work when you are most efficient, the world would be a much more productive place. Unfortunately, most employers have a few strict policies about hours of operation and the need for their employees to show up to work. However, if you do have a flexible schedule, you can […] More

Being promoted is a big deal, but it’s seeking that promotion that’s an even bigger deal. When you want to get that big promotion and work your way to the top, you have to do three simple things. Perhaps these three things seem a bit obvious or perhaps they don’t; it’s really all about perspective. […] More

There are advantages to bringing treats to work.  In addition to getting to snack on something yummy, it turns out it can actually boost your career.  It seems like a really small act but it works. When you bring treats to work, people take notice.  They appreciate that you took your time when you were […] More

Starting a new job is both terrifying and exciting at the same time. You can’t help but wonder if this is the right career path, if you’ll like your new coworkers, if they’ll like you and if you made a mistake. You can’t help but look forward to what you’ll learn and accomplish. However, you […] More

Getting respect for your job when you work from home can be difficult.  People have a tendency to not give your job the respect it deserves when they know you work from home.  They sometimes picture you working in your pajamas while you eat potato chips and watch a movie. That is not reality when […] More

Commuting to the couch, or the front porch or your home office sanctuary in less than 10 seconds is one of the biggest perks of working from home. Not only do you not have to wear pants if you really don’t want to, you don’t have to work around anyone’s schedule but your own. Can’t […] More

Career envy is not something you want to get attached to.  It is something that you need to deal with and get out of the way before it ruins your own career. Career envy can happen when you get passed over for a promotion or it seems like someone in your workplace always catches a […] More

It is very important that you get off to the right start when you start a new job.  This new job may end up being the career you have always dreamed of having.  That makes it very important to follow these tips to help you get off to the best start in your new job. You want […] More

Everyone knows that spending too much time on social media websites, posting inappropriate photos and using horrible language on social media can have a negative effect on your job. However, there are other things you’re doing on social media websites that you might not be aware could actually cost you your job; as in, get […] More

It can be really tempting to talk negatively about your coworkers, especially when what you have to say about them is very true.  Resist the temptation.  Choosing to talk negatively about your coworkers is a bad idea that will get you on the train to job difficulties fast.  It may give you momentary pleasure to […] More

Being sleepy at work is no fun.  Not only do you feel like you are literally having to drag yourself through the day but you are not being productive in your work.  Being sleepy at work can even put your job in jeopardy when it is a reoccurring or chronic problem.  It isn’t good for […] More