Meredith talks with CNN on work/life balance in light of the recent pregnancy announcement from Yahoo CEO, Marissa Myer. She says that work/life balance is a top concern for many of her clients, but the fact that this is in the news now, allows for a chance to… Read More
These days, plenty of people are changing careers later in life. Here are some tips that could help an older worker ease the transition to a new profession. Read More
If your mercurial and disorganized boss has turned your office into a place where it’s almost impossible to work efficiently, there are still ways you can manage to stand out. Read More
By LISA SWAN One of the things that make difficult employees tough to deal with is that they may be completely unaware that they are being difficult. If you want to move up in your career, you may need to do some soul-searching as to whether you are a difficult… Read More
You have always wanted to start your own business, and now you are finally ready to take the plunge. But while it may sound like a dream to be your own boss, being a successful entrepreneur means more than just having a great business idea. Read More
By KATHY KARA More companies are using social media as a hiring tool these days in the current job market. According to a study conducted by the workplace psychology group OPP, 25 percent of employers said that whether or not they liked someone personally was a major influence in the… Read More
By Jacquelyn Smith – June 22 2012 Some of us get pushed off balance by the slightest interruptions at work, while others easily tune out distractions. The truth is, nobody is completely attentive to their work 100% of the time–and we can all use some guidance on ways to… Read More
By Jacquelyn Smith – June 26 2012 Vacation is meant to be a time of respite during which you can rest and recharge – but for some, taking a break from work can be more stressful and arduous that going in to the office. A new survey from CareerBuilder found… Read More
Some employers are paralyzed by the fear that they will make a bad hire. That is understandable, given that making a mistake in the hiring process can cost them considerable time and money. According to the Harvard Business Review, 80% of employee turnover can be in some way attributed to… Read More
By Ruth Mantell April 21, 2012 Your co-workers are judging you. Beneath a veneer of professional collegiality, they’re taking note of the mess on your desk, how loudly you chew, even your word choices. Obviously, serious misconduct such as discrimination and harassment can lead to a job loss. But small… Read More
