Who were we and what were we thinking? A return to offices frozen in time
Nonessential workers returning to their offices are now discovering tangible evidence of daily life before soft pants and Zoom meetings…
Women aren’t to blame for the gender pay gap | Arianne Cohen
The solution, then, is not to change women, but to change the organizations around them that treat them differently.
First Jobs & Core Stability: My Advice to 2021 College Grads
taiscapture@unsplash I can only think of a handful of moments that would have been a more challenging time to enter…
‘It’s like a war,’ restaurateur says of struggle to find workers
So difficult is it to find cooks, dishwashers, servers and bartenders that many pandemic-battered restaurants are foregoing lunch service, closing…
Workplace Relationships – How to Make Them or Break Them
When I sat down to write this article about workplace relationships and friendships, my mind wandered to a wildly different,…
Walk Me Through Your Resume: Answer Examples
When an interviewer says, “Walk me through your resume,” they’re asking for a few specific reasons. And there are some…
Why Working Across Departments is Important
Ever wonder what your co-workers do all day? When you’re entrenched in your own responsibilities, it’s easy to forget that…
Finding Joy Through Grief
The year 2020 will go down in history for most of us as a year we will never forget. All…
Ten Resilience-Building Habits to Master
National Nurses Week is May 6 through May 12. While COVID-19 continues to wreak its havoc, some frontline workers are…
The crisis for working moms is hard to miss
Career Advice | The combination of low wages and the high cost of living makes a baby look like a…
Millions plan to retire earlier because of the pandemic, survey says
More than 3.1 million Americans age 55 or older plan to apply for Social Security benefits earlier than they once…
How to make sure you get your money’s worth from a job training program
A successful training program is all about trajectory. Yes, of course, many programs will indeed snag you a better-paying job,…
He was homeless and would panhandle outside a steakhouse. Now he works there.
Kenneth Smith was evicted from his apartment about four years ago and became homeless. He spent his days panhandling in…
Another Mentor? No Thanks, I’ll Pass
You don’t need another mentor. You need another employer. Picture this: You’re a successful marketer in a mid-size company, deftly…
10 Spring and Summer Thriller and Mystery Must-Reads
Summer is fast approaching, which means it’s time to search for the perfect poolside book. There are so many great…
Keep job interviews virtual after COVID-19 and make life easier for everyone
It’s time to rethink one of the hiring rituals among large corporations such as Google and Amazon — the daylong…
How to Quit a Job You Haven’t Started (Or Just Started)
Sometimes you accept a job offer and then realize it’s not the right fit or receive a better offer… either…
Cover Letter Cliches to Avoid
If you’re on the job hunt, chances are you’ve written more than your fair share of cover letters, and it…
How to Deal With Remote Work Burnout and Zoom Fatigue
It’s hard to remember a time when remote calls and Zoom meetings didn’t completely take over the workday. The COVID-19…
When to tell a potential employer about a disability in a remote-work environment
Career Advice | Paralegal doesn’t want a disability to hinder any opportunities, but also doesn’t want to surprise prospective employers…
Try Using These Action Verbs to Get Your Resume Noticed
Everyone wants their resume to stand out. While your job-specific skills are the most important factor, how you describe those…
The Best Way to Help Others Succeed is to Show Them That It’s Possible
There’s something about seeing concrete evidence that makes it easier to motivate others to follow suit. This is especially true…
5 health care jobs on the rise
Occupations in the industry are increasingly in demand because of an aging population and longer life spans.
Daring Greatly: 5 Ways to Make Sure Your Creativity and Ideas Count at Work
Do you have a notebook stuffed with ideas on how to fix that problem at work, maximize efficiency in your…
Get set for a ‘tsunami’ of people changing jobs once pandemic ebbs, experts say
DAYTON, Ohio — There’s a seismic shift in the workforce brewing, one that experts say is altering the way employees…
How to Job Hunt in a Post-College, Post-Pandemic World
The class of 2021 is entering a tricky job market in a time of transition. Many segments in the social-impact…
How to be Unapologetically Feminine
In the day and age of social media, the definition of femininity has been thrown on the chopping block. Women…
Freelance Writer Guide: Start a Freelance Writing Career
Welcome to my guide on how to start a career as a freelance writer. I’m going to show you how to…
Grief about father’s death is making it hard to concentrate at work
Career Advice | Software engineer’s situation is complicated by distance and work visa concerns.
You don’t owe your co-workers any personal information about your faith
Career Advice | How does one handle colleagues who repeatedly ask, “Are you a Christian?” and won’t accept a refusal…
Instagram Dysmorphia Is Real: How To Find Confidence Without A Filter
Whether it’s an Instagram influencer flaunting their new penthouse, or that acquaintance from high school posting a filtered Snap with…
How working from home changed wardrobes around the world
Not every country’s experience of the last year was the same, nor were the clothes that dominated local wardrobes.
How To Make a Great First Impression
Whether it’s a job interview or just meeting someone new, making a great first impression can make a huge difference…
How to Buy a Home If You’re Self-Employed
As someone who is self-employed, you have so many freedoms. You can create your own schedule, work from almost anywhere,…
Manager returns from medical leave and wonders if new role is legal
Doesn’t FMLA require that you be returned to an equivalent role if your role is erased?
Top 10 Blue Collar Jobs for High Pay and Demand
If you’re looking for the best blue collar jobs for high pay and high demand, then keep reading. I’m going…
How To Say “No” At Work Without Hurting Your Career
You know that feeling you get after someone asks you to add just one more thing to your already-full plate?…
Must-read Picks For Spring
There are roughly 2,700 books published every day. Sometimes, I feel like all of them are piling up on my…
A new job is emerging as businesses plan for pandemic’s end: Director of remote work
Tech giants such as GitLab, Facebook, Twitter and Quora are among the first and best-known companies to carve out a…
Family Business Succession Planning: Tips for Success When You’re Ready for Retirement
Owning a family business comes with many benefits. You’ve likely enjoyed your job and the fact that you’ve built something…
How to Get Your Dream SEO Job
About to take the next step in your SEO career? SEO is a competitive industry, but with a little preparation…
Returning to the office sparks anxiety and dread for some
After a year of working remotely, some employees are not keen to go back to the office, and, so far,…
13 Interview Salary Negotiation Tips
Welcome to my guide on how to negotiate salary in a job interview. Long before the employer makes an offer,…
Bystander Intervention | What to Do if You Witness Workplace Harassment
Bystander intervention, an increasingly popular component of anti-harassment and inclusion trainings, is an impactful way to intervene and support co-workers…
Here’s Our Spring 2021 Reading Roundup
With the change of the new season comes new reads to add to your TBR! We have listed some of…
Free lunches are out; home-office stipends are in. How employee benefits are changing in the post-vaccine world
Employers are mulling what kinds of perks, benefits and incentives will keep workers engaged in the next era of employment.
Security Clearance | What it Means and How it Works
Have you ever discovered that a job you’re interested in requires a security clearance? In addition to a background check,…
Boss blames worker’s stress on poor time-management skills, not workload
Career Advice | A self-described workaholic feels shamed by the boss for admitting to feeling stressed.
What to know before starting a remote job
Prepare Don’t wait for your start date to begin getting ready. Preparation should start immediately! Decide where your dedicated workspace…
The hybrid office is here to stay. The shift could be more disruptive than the move to all-remote work
Some ways companies are preparing for a hybrid model: manager training to avoid giving in-person workers preferential treatment; new videoconferencing…