You’re prepping your team for an upcoming project and you know you need the best ideas on the table. But when you try to get up the motivation to work on the project, you struggle to focus. You just don’t seem to have the same energy for the project as you usually do. How can […]
Following up on an application can be tricky business. When should you follow up, and what exactly should you say? It can be difficult to know — if you don’t have this template. That’s right: Glassdoor has written a guide to knowing when to follow up — and a template you can use, word for word if you’d like, to […]
Whether you’re lucky enough to have a great boss or have an uncomfortably rocky relationship with your manager, it pays to put some thought into your interactions. The language you use with your boss could end up dictating whether you get promoted, end up on the chopping block, or fall somewhere in between. With that in mind, here […]
First, congratulations. You’ve received an offer! Now, the more difficult news: the job search process isn’t quite over yet. It’s time to think over the offer, compare it with your other options, and most importantly: negotiate. If you’ve just received a job offer, especially if it was over email, crafting a quick message is a way […]
Let’s be honest: some of us would rather visit than dentist than write a cover letter. But it doesn’t have to be difficult—and it doesn’t even have to be time-consuming. (We promise!) Glassdoor has created a guide for creating the perfect cover letter in a matter of minutes—complete with everything from the anatomy of an eye-catching opening […]
Talking about money is hard enough. But what if you find out you make more than your co-worker? Or, worse, what if your co-worker makes more than you? Even if it’s frowned upon, talking about salary is legal and allowed. Sharing your salary information can ensure you and your peers are being compensated fairly. The younger […]
Building the career you want takes constant improvement, whether you’re hoping to advance within your field or transition to another industry. One path to build your desired credentials? Returning to college to earn an additional degree. While an advanced degree can open the door to more career opportunities, it comes at a steep cost. The average Master […]
What’s the point of networking if not to get other people to like you? Sure, you need new contacts to see you as interesting, competent, professional, and potentially valuable to them—but if they don’t also find you likable, nobody will feel motivated to reach out later and work with you. The reason why all comes down […]
Being a manager means taking on a world of responsibility and juggling people, projects, and deadlines.But if you really want to be a great boss, here are a few effortless moves that can really pay off. 1. Say thank you Most workers are used to being thanked for going above and beyond on the job, whether […]
You have been interviewing for months, endured the inquisition of 10 interviewers and risked losing your job by sneaking out of the office numerous times, but you have finally received the offer. While you are excited to have been offered the job you had your heart set on, the salary—unfortunately—was less than you had hoped for. This […]