Ah, the real world. You’ve been hearing about it for at least a couple of decades. Now, you’re finally graduating and can hit the job market with your fresh degrees. But what kind of salary can you expect? All the work you put into your college education is about to start paying off. But many […]
Read MoreThe interviewer finishes their question and looks expectantly at you. You’re sure if you can say the perfect thing, you’ll land the job—your brain freezes. You feel panic rising. Can you think of the exact words that will score you this position? Don’t fall into the “perfect answer” trap. Yes, you want to give great answers. […]
Read MoreYou strive for success every day. But what does that mean? Does it mean that you achieve your goals at the expense of everyone else? Or does it mean that you contribute to a larger success, helping others accomplish their objectives as well? Ultimately, you’ll reach higher levels of fulfillment if you use the second […]
Read MoreWith sites like Indeed and Glassdoor, the job-search process has largely gone online. This has its benefits, but it also comes with a downside. This digitizing makes the recruiting process resemble that other desperate internet-based human-matching activity: online dating. The parallels are hard to miss. As an employer, you’re looking for someone who has the traits you desire. You might be looking […]
Read MoreYou hear a lot of talk about “dream jobs.” Supposedly, every top candidate is seeking out the ideal position…and every employer has to create that role in order to compete. However, this concept has its limits. The “dream job” ideal might sound good in the abstract. But, in practice, the notion proves too narrow. To attract the best talent, […]
Read MoreOf course, you think you’re listening to your employees. After all, you stand there nodding while they talk. But are you actually listening? There are ways to know for sure. It’s an important question. Not listening can alienate a large portion of your staff. One study showed that nearly two-thirds of workers (64%) consider it a major problem when their supervisors […]
Read MoreWhen you’re in school, your grade point average seems like a big deal. In the professional world, not so much. For some situations, it makes sense to boast about your GPA. For others, it not only wastes resume space, but it can also actively work against you. So how do you know when it’s important to include GPA, especially when applying […]
Read MoreNew jobs can be intimidating. And, let’s face it, so can new bosses. A training program conducted solely by authority figures can set an unnecessarily formal tone. A mentoring program for new employees as part of the onboarding process can relieve this stress and lead to other far-reaching benefits. Introducing your fresh hires to their peers during the onboarding process can get rid of some of […]
Read MoreYou’ve heard of the generation gap, right? It pits teenagers against parents, rock fans against rap fans, and Michael Jordan truthers against LeBron James backers. Unfortunately, these generational splits can also divide your corporate team. Don’t let that happen. Instead, work to build tight bonds among your employees by developing a strong mentoring program. That way, you improve your ability to achieve success. By following mentoring […]
Read MoreTo achieve lofty objectives, a leader needs a majestic vision and towering ambition. Those attributes seem far removed from a word like “humble.” However, having an unpretentious approach can help you accomplish those soaring goals. That’s why humility is a leadership quality you need to master. You probably remember your parents talking about the importance of being humble at some point during your childhood. Well, […]
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