Are You Effectively Communicating Your Career Goals to Your Manager?
In past generations, starting your career looked a lot different than it does today. When you entered the workforce, you likely remained at the same company for decades. This was the standard and assumed structure for employment. Workers could discuss their career aspirations, but employers never really feared losing someone
How to Be an All-Star Delegator and Why It’ll Make You a Better Leader
Delegating is a concept foreign to many leaders and managers. The drive that gets you into a position of power is the same one telling you to keep as many responsibilities as possible to make sure everything is done correctly. Instead of relying on your team for assistance, you’re essentially
Are Your References Helping or Hurting Your Chances For the Job?
The phrase ‘references available upon request’ was once the popular trend for resumes. It showed employers you had people to speak for you, but let job seekers off the hook of actually having to list anyone. As resumes continue to become more streamlined, employers just assume you have references because
3 Key Points That Might Be Missing From Your Employee Handbook
One of the most important resources for your company is its handbook. A well-assembled document is helpful for outlining all your policies for easy reference and ensuring all employees are on the same page. It creates the expectations for an organization, both in how employees behave and how they are
Why You Should Still Apply For That Job…Even if You’re Underqualified!
When you begin looking for a job, you usually have an idea of what kind of position and responsibilities you want in your next position. You read through post after post until suddenly you discover one that matches, minus one small snag – you technically aren’t qualified. It seems
5 Tips to Ensure Your Employees Are Happy
If you work the standard nine-to-five shift, 25 percent of every week is spent at your job. That means you spend at least a quarter of your life, every year, working. Because of this, a job you’re engaged in makes those hours feel more valuable and less frustrating. As