You work in front of the public day in and day out, standing behind a counter ringing up sales, taking people’s money to deposit into their bank accounts, or taking their food orders. In short, you’re in the customer service industry. So, on top of performing your primary tasks well, you’re expected to smile and
Your Small, Upstart Business Needs To Hire: Who Do You Bring On?
For untold years, you’ve dreamed of running your own business. Now you’re doing it and find you can’t do it alone—you are strong in certain areas but don’t have the talents, or the proper time, to do well in others. You need to hire at least one assistant. Problem is, your business is still getting
How to Avoid Being Set Up, or Setting Yourself Up, for Job Failure
It’s your first day on the job, but the fix is already in. By the fix, I mean you’ve been promoted or hired for a position that you don’t have the proper tools to perform, so you are bound to fail in your work. Today, I’m going to help you avoid that fate by deconstructing
Getting a New Job When You Suddenly Find Yourself Unemployed
Without warning, you’ve lost your job. Maybe it was due to layoffs, poor job performance, or politics. Whatever the reason, you have no time to lose. You must start working on getting a new job now. Here are a few tips to help you do just that: Begin with the contacts you should have been
Learn the Rules of Proper Work Behavior to Get Ahead
Getting ahead at work requires more than doing the job you’re paid to do well. That’s because many employers view your work as more than your specific job tasks. In fact, once you’re hired, you’re on the clock 24/7, even if you actually only report to the office from 9 to 5 Monday through Friday.
The Importance of Professional Associations: Why You Should Join
Whether you’re entrenched in your career or a student working toward your first job, you should consider joining a professional association. The benefits of associations are numerous, ranging from receiving alerts about job opportunities and internships to receiving mentoring. In this blog, we’ll look at how membership in an association can benefit you wherever you
Finding Work in a New Industry When Your Field Is Declining
If you’re in an industry that’s on the decline, it’s time to assess your skills to determine where else you can work. Don’t wait for your current employer to push you out the door. Arm yourself with a revised resume and send it out. The key here is to devise a strategy that will give
