On the one hand, you want to make your message and application stand out from the others they’re receiving. But you definitely don’t want to be too gimmicky or unprofessional. We consulted Amanda Augustine, career advice expert for TopResume, about how to send a clear and compelling message to a company you’re dying to work for. Read […]
We all know the importance of getting a good night’s sleep. Lack of sleep can cause anxiety and irritability and affect your ability to retain information, all impairing your productivity. But as all busy entrepreneurs know, sometimes getting a full night of shut-eye just isn’t possible, leaving you with no choice but to try to […]
The average human loses concentration ability after 8 seconds (which is shorter than a goldfish’s attention span, so that’s awesome), so we’ve got our work cut out for us when it comes to being memorable. Below are five ways to tackle thatin 30 seconds or less: 1. Use a “connection story.” When someone asks what you […]
Sometimes it’s difficult to focus at work. If you’ve been consumed by anxious thoughts concerning a stressfullife event, or the general busyness at the office keeps pulling you away from your assignments, you’ll need to figure out how to achieve order so you can get your work done. “Learning how to rein in your thoughts and focus is […]
We’ve solicited readers to submit their most pressing career-related questions. With the help of Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of “Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job,” we’ve answered the following: “I think my boss knows I’m looking for a new job. What […]
When we talk about ways to foster gratitude and motivation in the workplace, we’ll often talk about manners. And these go beyond saying please and thank you. Manners are nothing more or less than how we treat the people around us — whether or not we make them feel like a valued and included part […]
Nobody can pinpoint the timing or impact of a private-tech-sector bubble burst. But preparing for one is not a bad idea, even if you don’t think your company would be affected. Remember that the trickle-down effect from such sector downturns is real–especially if your customer base includes privately funded tech startups or companies that sell […]
Mangers/Entrepreneurs are busy souls and with only so many hours in the day and an endless list of tasks to be accomplished, becoming efficient is integral to success. In the spirit of brevity, here are my top five productivity tips that will pay immediate dividends: Create a “Top 3” List: Every morning, write down […]
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We’ve listed seven of those skills below. Some will take more effort than others, but making the decision or commitment to learn any of them will leave you better off when you go to sleep tonight Like this Article Below ? Share It ! You now can easily enjoy/follow/share Today our Award Winning Articles/Blogs with Now Over 300K+ Growing Participates Worldwide in our various Social Media formats […]