If you play soccer, hockey, lacrosse, handball, or polo, you know first-hand the value of scoring a goal. Getting there requires planning, skill, perseverance, and practice. And the feeling of reward afterwards is awesome! The same is true in life and in your career. To develop into a superstar, you need to determine what matters [...]
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Who doesn’t look forward to their lunch break midway through the workday? For starters, if your answer is “What lunch break?” you need to change that up immediately. You’re missing out on an essential time to recharge, revitalize and maintain healthy levels of productivity, focus and overall well-being throughout the day. So, take your lunch [...]
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Whether you’re a new graduate with little to no experience under your belt or a veteran moving on to a more responsible role, you have both strengths and weaknesses. Everyone does. And chances are you’ll be asked about them in your upcoming interview. The key to effectively addressing these questions – like others that you [...]
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August 10, 2022- Posted in
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Two little words. Thank. You. But they carry a lot of weight, especially when you want to acknowledge others for something they’ve done to help you or your team. You really want to show your coworkers that you appreciate them and the value they add, and thank them for their time, assistance, and support. But [...]
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It’s natural to feel anxious before a job interview. A certain amount of adrenaline and a high energy level can actually work in your favor. But if your nerves are starting to take over badly, you need to rein them in and find calm and confident, so you can bring your A-game when it’s “go” [...]
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As part of their hiring process, employers will search candidates’ social media profiles and accounts, so take this into consideration before you even launch your job search. Don’t just clean things up and delete any content that may be questionable or work against you, but take it a step further: Be proactive in making your [...]
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There’s no crystal ball prediction – after all, look how drastically the world changed virtually overnight when Covid-19 hit – but there are career trends to consider in the years to come, as you make decisions about which professional path you plan to take. Pandemic-incited changes are likely here to stay. More than two years [...]
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If you find yourself struggling to make more career friends and foster professional connections, you probably need to reexamine your networking strategy. Effective networking takes time and effort, but it begets great rewards.As you build relationships, remember, it’s not all about you. Instead of a “What’s in it for me?” mindset, approach every networking opportunity [...]
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Experts agree that conducting a job search while you’re employed is the best approach, since it makes you more attractive to potential employers. But you are walking a fine line and you need to carefully balance your current work responsibilities with your future plans.Currently Employed? How Can You Start Looking for a Job?While you’re actively [...]
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Most companies allow their employees to bring their own smartphones and even their tablets to the office. But does that mean you can--and should--use them whenever you like? Obviously, each office should have its own policy for appropriate use, but there are several simple rules that all users should follow.Mobile devices should be used with [...]
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