Archive for November, 2008
How to Stay Cool on the Job
Think you’re stressed? Try a day in the life of Rich Gelfond, co-chief executive of IMAX, the large-format film company.Take Nov. 5, for instance. After his usual 6 a.m. stint at the gym, Gelfond joined his board of directors and audit committee for
The Ins and Outs of Exit Interviews
Exit interviews are one of the last items on your to-do list as you leave a job. Though you might be itching to just finish the job already and say “sayonara” to a micromanaging boss or a position you’ve outgrown, human resources managers apprec
4 Common Resume Blunders
Some people land job interviews quickly and easily, while others struggle through protracted searches with barely a nibble of interest from prospective employers. The difference in results might not involve experience level or qualifications, but the
Moving Forward After a Job Loss
You’ve been with your company for a few years and enjoy what you do. Then one day, you get called into your boss’s office and are told the organization is making some changes — you’ve been let go. What do you do next? If you’ve lost a job, the futur
Back to School for Free
If something is free, why not give it a shot? The chance to get a free education is especially foolish to pass up, and more and more employers are offering this perk. A recent Accountemps survey reports that 94% of senior executives interviewed said
How to Prepare for a Performance Review
Is your performance review just around the corner? There’s no need to panic — but now would be a good time to prepare. Experts offer these tips for making your review go more smoothly:* Assess what you already know. Ideally, you should be checking i
Performance Review: Meeting With the Boss
When you walk into your boss’ office for your performance review, you need a game plan. Documenting your accomplishments is a good starting point. But just as important, you need to know how to come out of the meeting with the information you need. E
Dirty Jobs That Pay Well
Dealing with death, bodily fluids, and foot problems may not be the most pleasant experiences, but if your ick tolerance is pretty high, the pay for these jobs can make it worth getting your hands dirty. Curious about how your own salary stacks up? C
Creating a Home Business Work Space
To be successful as an entrepreneur, a person must have a combination of various traits, including discipline, self-confidence, ambition, and flexibility. But being the right kind of person isn’t the only thing that contributes to an entrepreneur’s s
Be Your Own Boss
If the dreaded “R” word (recession) makes you worried about a pink slip coming your way, you’re not alone. While definitely a setback, losing your job may be just the excuse you need to go into business for yourself. Whether you open a 9-to-5 da
