Recent Articles
45 Winning Questions to Ask After an Interview (Plus Free Question download)
There’s no getting around it. At some point after an interview the question will come up: “Do you have any questions to ask me?” Whew! You make it through an interview without missing a beat. You’re almost home free. Then, the interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions?” Of course you […]
10 Tips to Help You Master Your Video Interview
Prolonged safety precautions, and continued social distancing, have made two-way video interviews employers’ preferred method of interviewing candidates. For job applicants, however, virtual interviews can feel more awkward than in-person meetings. According to SHRM, the “shared pandemic experience has engendered empathy among recruiters and hiring managers, but new biases may have also been […]
Why Your Boss Says “No” to Working from Home
Remote work is more popular than ever, but getting employers on board still isn’t easy. Here are the top reasons some managers are resistant to letting employees work from home. Managers are afraid of being seen as unfair. Managers think working from home makes collaboration difficult. Managers believe communication will be too […]
How to Cope With a Horrible Boss
Whether they’re bullies or just out-and-out incompetent, horrible bosses are one of the top reasons people quit their jobs. Ah, such is life: Birth. Taxes. And, at least once in a person’s career, a horrible boss. In fact, says Entrepreneur.com contributor, Dave Hutton, dealing with difficult bosses is so common that it […]
Worst Virtual Communication Mistakes (and How to Prevent Them)
Even before the onset of COVID-19, 70% of the global workforce was working from home at least one day a week. Today, and going forward, it’s safe to say that much of our communication will become virtual–both personally and professionally. So, more than ever, preventing virtual communications mistakes should be at the top of […]
My 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Working Remotely
The year 2020 is upon us! Happy New Year! If you’re like many people, you’re preparing a few resolutions for the new year. Some might be personal, others may involve your health, while others are finance related. If you’re a remote worker, there may be improvements or changes in this area you […]
Do I Really Need A Cover Letter?
Writing a cover letter is easier when viewed as a tool for building relationships. Resumes are hard enough. But with a few tweaks here and there, they can be tailored to whichever company you’re applying to with a minimal amount of mental stress. Cover letters, however, are a different story. It can […]
How To Make Money During College (without donating blood)
“There’s an erroneous belief that the younger generation is lazy and entitled, but I don’t think that people understand the amount of pressure we’re under.” CNBC.com Following this article, be sure to Grab our free ebook of companies that help you make money! Are you a college student who worries about money? […]
How Do I Explain A Long Employment Gap In My Resume?
Unemployment can happen to anyone. It’s how you explain an employment gap that can make or break your chances of getting hired. You’re eager to get back on your feet and back to work after a lengthy period of unemployment. But as you craft your resume, you face a dilemma: how should you […]
How to Relieve Physician Burnout–Telemedicine
“Almost 50 percent of physicians, regardless of specialty and work environment, show signs of burnout” Telemedicine can change that. So often, when people hear that you’re a doctor they immediately think, “Wow, big money, big house, country club, and fancy vacations. Must. Be. Nice.” While some of that may be true, […]
