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@Work: A Career Blog
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A blog about finding a great job and how to succeed once you're there.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 669 )
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There’s a Reason It’s Called the Dark Side
This post was inspired by this thought-provoking post by Francesca Gino for Harvard Business Review.She writes that researchers from University of Virginia and... Read more
Posted on 29 April 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Virtues, Intentions and Goals: Live in the Moment
Emily Bennington describes herself as a career author, speaker and space invader; she writes about what Stephen Covey believed: “between stimulus and response... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Who Says It’s a Man’s World?
Q&A; with author Emily BenningtonEmily Bennington describes herself as a career author, speaker and space invader. Not the kind with ray guns (although, to be... Read more
Posted on 15 April 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Guest Post: How to Leverage Social Media to Help Land the Job
By Mike ZammutoAre your social media profiles impeding your career progress – or even preventing you from getting the job that you want? Read more
Posted on 08 April 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Stepping Outside Her Comfort Zone Pays Off
A student in my executive communications class is a well-spoken but introverted professional who works for a large healthcare organization. Read more
Posted on 01 April 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Pelocity: A Tool for Your Career Path
St. Augustine resident Sarah Powers is 19 years old and making decisions about her education and career path. Like many recent high school graduates, she assume... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Guest Post: Don’t Leave Your Interview Without Asking These Questions
There are two important reasons to turn the tables on your interviewer before you leave the room. First, asking pointed questions can help you determine if... Read more
Posted on 22 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Whiners at Work
photo courtesy simhilarity.comMan invented language to satisfy his deep need to complain. - Lily TomlinEvery office has at least one: the worker who spends mos... Read more
Posted on 18 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Guest Post: Five Hot Careers to Pursue in 2013
The first quarter of 2013 is winding down; how far along are you on your plan for a new career? If you are making a change, your first task is research –... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Guest Post: 5 Reasons Your Business Card Still Matters
In a world where meetings happen in cyberspace and a small business’s new marketing campaign is more likely to involve tweets than billboards, few ‘old school’... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Passion Finds You
“Do what you love and the money will follow.”How often have you heard advice like this? Find work that you are passionate about, and the rest of your career –... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Make Your Life More Random
The Chinese character for “happy accident” (Courtesy: about.com)Here is my new mantra for 2013: Expect nothing. Welcome everything.I took this from an... Read more
Posted on 25 February 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Guest Post: Mastering the Art of the Video Interview
Image courtesy glassdoor.comWhile phone interviews are the most common alternative for out-of-state candidates, it’s not unusual for a distant employer to... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Fake Amazon Page is the Best Resume Stunt Ever
Since this terrible recession started, we’ve been hearing about clever gimmicks that desperate jobseekers are trying to get themselves noticed. Read more
Posted on 18 February 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Can My Boss Do That?
I occasionally get emails from workers who feel that their managers have treated them poorly, perhaps even illegally.This week, a father wrote about his son’s... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Could a Reliable Car Help You Get a Better Job?
Even hard-working families need some help at times in their lives.Family Foundations offers Ways to Work, a low-interest loan to purchase an affordable car. Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Smart Work Habits for 2013
It’s the end of January, the time of year when some of us sheepishly and quietly give up on our New Year’s resolutions. This annual ritual has inspired the... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Guest Post: Five Ways Employers Frustrate Job Seekers and Drive Them Away
If you’re a job seeker and you’ve been on the receiving end of any of the disrespectful moves listed below, you aren’t alone. But take heart; smart employers ar... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
The Least Asked Interview Questions
Any career advice column can give you tips on answering the most-often asked questions in an interview. It takes real confidence to give tips on how to shine... Read more
Posted on 22 January 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER -
Lion Taming Part Two
Steven L. Katz is the author of Lion Taming: Working Successfully with Leaders, Bosses and Other Tough Customers. He intersperses real lion tamer advice from... Read more
Posted on 14 January 2013 BUSINESS, CAREER