You may have heard murmurings that music can help in productivity. But is that just an excuse or is it an actual scientific fact? Studies have been conducted. Research has been gathered. The conclusion is: yes, music does help your productivity. However, not all music is the same, and not…...
Spin these 4 Common Job Hunting Weaknesses to Positives
When you’ve been at a job interview, have you ever dreaded the question, “What do you consider your weaknesses?”. Yes, sometimes it's a difficult one to answer. It’s safe to say that even the most confident people have some sort of weakness, but this doesn't have to impede your job…...
Put in the Early Effort
Given the proper amount of effort and forethought, much of the your daily work could be accomplished by lunch time. Wouldn’t it be nice to have that free time to pursue your life outside of work? Not only is that a possibility, it could become a reality for you. So how…...
Stop Majoring on the Minors!
No matter how oblivious you may be or how positive your outlook on life, you can probably pinpoint some areas at your work that are frustrating. There is a difference, however, between minor frustrations and major, job-switching issues. To err is human, so you’ll never find a workplace free of…...
Dump the Slump
It has arrived. Your eyes feel sandpapery as you struggle to keep them open. Your whole body feels weighted, but your computer screen continues to glare, reminding you that you're not quite done yet. It’s the dreaded 3 pm slump, and it hits hard several times a week, at the…...
4 Tips for Writing a Short, Focused and Impactful Resume
A resume is just a stepping stone to an interview, not an all-inclusive record of your career. With that in mind, here are a few easy tips to keep your resume short, sweet and successful. Less is more. Many professional resume writers will attest to this: it’s much easier to…...
Think Your Interview Went Well?
Most of us are terrible at evaluating our own interview performance. Some of us will grossly overestimate our abilities, while others perennially underrate their chances of landing the job. Below are a few guidelines to help you navigate the uncertainty. The Interviewer Does Most of the Talking. One of the…...
The Four Essential Types of Modern Employee
The modern workplace is made up of diverse groups of people from a variety of backgrounds who possess an eclectic mix of skills and interests. Gone are the days when everyone in an office tended to look and sound the same. Today, you will…...
Take Your Break!
It is the one thing at work that you think you're succeeding at the most. Turns out, you could be underutilizing this time more than any other point of your day. What is it? Lunch. Lunch isn't the most important meal of the day. It can be inconvenient because it’s…...
5 Simple Ways to Love the Job You Have
All of us long for a career where our passions and skills perfectly align with what we get paid to do. If we're honest, we have to admit that this dream is simply not the present reality for many in the workplace. However, this does not mean you have to…...