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• The Gig Economy Versus Traditional During the Shutdown

  

  I've been writing about the Gig Economy for over a decade. One of the trends I'll be watching closely is how gig workers come out of the coronavirus economic... Read more

  Posted on 04 May 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Persistence

  

  If you're going to weather this pandemic, you'll need persistence. This crisis and the resulting economic downtown have lasted longer than anyone imagined it... Read more

  Posted on 27 April 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Sleeping Better, Even Now

  

  If you're like me, the current situation has made a good night's sleep less and less likely. I wake up several times a night, and my brain kicks right into worr... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• FlexJobs Warns of 12 Common Work-at-Home Job Scams and Offers Job Seekers Key...

  

  From our friends at FlexJobs.com: An increased threat of online job search scams amid rising unemployment Work-at-home jobs have always been a target of... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Five Things to Do Every Day While You’re Out of Work

  

  I posted this in January, never imagining how relevant it would be in March (with some updates.) I hope you're taking care of yourself during this crazy... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• What is a Black Swan Event?

  

  So the coronavirus pandemic is being referred to as a "Black Swan event." If you've been wondering what that means, you're not alone. When you understand what... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Gratitude, Even During This Difficult Time

  

  "Sometimes, it feels like the end of the world." I heard this from a friend the other day, and I had no response to offer. In the middle of this terrible healt... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Quarantined? Out of Work? You May Qualify for Unemployment

  

  (This is a repost of a Reuters article. Find the original article online here.) (Reuters) - The U.S. Labor Department on Thursday gave states flexibility to... Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• For Productivity and Satisfaction, Crate Your Workers

  

  I'm not a dog owner, but I hear that dogs feel safer in cozy, confined spaces. Apparently, so do office workers at all levels. According to dog trainer Karen... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Six Figure Freelancers: The Future of Work

  

  (Credit to MSNBC for this post.) While some states look at freelancers as an oppressed class of workers, the truth is much more complex - and interesting. Nearl... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Guest Post: Choosing a Resume Format

  

  (Guest post by Resume Genius) Before you write your resume, you need to pick an appropriate resume format. The best format for you personally will depend on you... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• How to Prove Your Value at Work

  

  Do you get the credit you deserve at your job? Whether you wish you made a little more, or just got a little more recognition, not feeling appreciated can make... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• My Psychic Career Coach

  

  In my last post, I wrote about Toronto, Canada-based Ralph Hammelman, the founder of My Psychic Coach and a second-generation tarot reader. He offered me a... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Your Next Career Move is in the Cards

  

  January is pitch month - the month most writers receive all kinds of ideas for posts or articles from a wide variety of sources. This one was nearly... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• The Road to Confidence Part 2: You Should Read This

  

  This is the second in a series of posts based on Dale Carnegie's writing and training. Find more information on his work, training, and free resources here. Rea... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• The Road to Confidence Part 1: Handling Worry

  

  Losing your job is a traumatic experience. It ranks among the top 10 stressors for adults, along with death and divorce. In fact, being let go feels like an... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Five Things to Do Every Day While You’re out of Work

  

  You'll need to keep up your energy and spirits so you can be ready for the next great opportunity. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer, and the energy boost an... Read more

  Posted on 13 January 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• For 2020, Write a Career Plan

  

  What's your plan? If 2019 was not all you'd hoped for at work, you might be thinking of moving on this year. Here's an alternative idea: create a plan to grow... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2020 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Guest Post: 8 Reasons Why Traveling for Work is Appealing

  

  If you're lucky, there may be times in your career where you'll be required to travel out of town and/or out of the country to do business. The progression of... Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2019 BUSINESS, CAREER

• Shy? Here’s How to Get Over It.

  

  One of the keys to a successful job search is networking, which can be defined as meeting people you don't know to ask for something you don't have. If you're... Read more

  Posted on 16 December 2019 BUSINESS, CAREER