Archive for February, 2010
7 Deadly Sins for New Hires
Congratulations, you landed the job! The hard part is over, right? Not exactly. Your first few weeks in a new company are crucial–they can determine whether your future is paradise or purgatory. And we’re not talking only about mastering the technic
Can I Ask for a Raise Yet?
If you’ve stayed employed during the recent recession, there’s a good chance you haven’t been getting salary increases. You may even have taken a pay cut. And you’ve probably been told–or you’ve at least told yourself–that you should be grateful to
Love Your New Job
You know you’re lucky to have found a new job–nonetheless, you’re just not that into it. Whether it’s not a good match for your skills or it just doesn’t feel right, here are some tips on how to fall in love (or at least “in like”) with your ne
7 Deadly Sins for New Hires
Congratulations, you landed the job! The hard part is over, right? Not exactly. Your first few weeks in a new company are crucial–they can determine whether your future is paradise or purgatory. And we’re not talking only about mastering the technic
Can I Ask for a Raise Yet?
If you’ve stayed employed during the recent recession, there’s a good chance you haven’t been getting salary increases. You may even have taken a pay cut. And you’ve probably been told–or you’ve at least told yourself–that you should be grateful to
Love Your New Job
You know you’re lucky to have found a new job–nonetheless, you’re just not that into it. Whether it’s not a good match for your skills or it just doesn’t feel right, here are some tips on how to fall in love (or at least “in like”) with your ne
10 Really Odd Jobs
There are odd jobs, like beer taster, and then there are really odd jobs, like human bed warmer!As odd as odd jobs can be, there’s a certain beauty to them. “Knowing about very odd jobs inspires creativity,” says photographer
Using Intuition in Your Job Search
Today’s challenging business climate means that a strong resume, numerous well-nurtured contacts, and your sharpest power suit may not be enough to take you to the next step in your career. You may also need to hone a less tangible tool: your intuiti
Build a Career in One of Today’s Fastest-Growing Industries
Despite the recent economic downturn, there are dozens of industries projected to grow quickly over the next decade. From healthcare to teaching, these industries are expected to generate millions of new jobs through 2018. Regardless of your current
5 Careers to Get Passionate About
When you’re passionate about your job, going to work is a pleasure instead of a chore. As the saying goes, when you do what you love, you’ll never “work” a day in your life! So check out these five careers you can get passionate about. They’re w
