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There may have been a heyday for passive acceptance of one’s job, but in today’s workplace culture, employees increasingly want to feel valued and be recognized for the hard work and dedication they bring to their roles every day. An employer who wisely acknowledges their contributions may very well see the motivation and engagement levels […]

Can someone really strive to be happy at work? I mean, after all, it’s called work. Is work supposed to be a source of happiness for us? I happen to believe work can be a source of happiness and you can strive to be happy at work. Entirely possible. I’ve seen people who are happier […]

Are you wondering how to write a LinkedIn profile when you’re unemployed? This may sound odd but if you’re unemployed, you actually have better opportunities to promote yourself on LinkedIn than other users. Openly displaying your personal brand and skills is simpler than fretting over the possibility that your boss is reviewing your LinkedIn profile […]

Asking for a raise is probably as hard as breaking up with your high school boyfriend or girlfriend. It’s something that you know you need to do in order to grow, but you’re not exactly sure when and how to do it. The truth is, you will probably need to ask for a raise at […]

We’ve all been there. A job that you would absolutely love gets posted. But when you look at the job description, you realize there are required skills you don’t have on your resume. Now is a good time to ask yourself: “Is there anything else I can add to my resume that will make me […]

So, you’re thinking about going back to work at 50 after a long break. You might be wondering where to even start. Let’s break it down honestly and set the groundwork for a fresh career journey with the right approach. The truth is, going back to work after such a long time will feel like […]

We’re all guilty of taking work home with us at the end of the day—whether that means thinking about your to-do list while making dinner, responding to emails on your phone, or pouring over spreadsheets on your laptop. According to a 2020 Gallup study, 57% of Americans and Canadians are stressed out by their jobs […]

Everyone knows LinkedIn recommendations look good, but few are aware of the most persuasive ways to use them to aid their job search. When you’re hunting for a job, what you’re really doing is marketing yourself to an employer, and LinkedIn recommendations are a great way to sell yourself. Employers are in the marketplace looking […]

Halloween is here! The chill is in the air. The leaves are turning on the trees. Bags of candy of every description practically fall off the shelves into your basket as you wind your way through the grocery store. And everyone—especially the kids—has their Halloween costumes picked out. Halloween isn’t just for children, though. Many […]

When creating your resume, remember this is a document to market your experience and skills and showcase what you have to offer. Your resume is much more effective and attractive to employers when it demonstrates what you have achieved with your previous experiences and what you can potentially achieve for the new employer. Unfortunately, most […]