Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Flexibility is becoming a greater priority for today’s employees. More companies are offering work-from-home options to attract the best workers. We spoke to Katelyn, a freelance marketer who works remotely, about how to find a flexible job and succeed while working from anywhere. Which jobs offer the best opportunities to work remotely? Six years ago Read More …
References are one of the trickiest aspects of the job search, particularly for those with a short or non-existent work history. However, it doesn’t justify using family members as professional references. Putting down a relative as a reference will get you thrown out of the running for most jobs. You may be thinking that because Read More …
If you’ve been in the workforce for a while, you’ve likely encountered a bad manager or supervisor. Working for a bad boss, whether he or she is simply ineffective or outright abusive, can be damaging to your personal health and your career growth. Karyn Schoenbart, CEO of THE NPD Group and author of the book MOM.B.A., Read More …
A recent CNN Money article pointed out the extra work expected of women in the workplace. Women are assumed to be better at certain tasks simply because they are women. And although they may be busy with their regular work requirements, they’re often saddled with extra work. They are not paid for this work Read More …
There are a number of benefits a stress-relief gadget can provide: tension release, distraction, anxiety reduction, and mind-clearing. They are usually cheap, small and easy to carry in your handbag or backpack providing a great way to relieve anxiety or stress on-the-go. Some of fun gadgets to consider*: Fidget Spinners The new trend Read More …