Tag: careers

December 16, 2022

Are you a business professional who is bilingual? Did you know that having the ability to speak and write in more than one language can open up numerous career opportunities? Being bilingual gives professionals an edge when it comes to […]

July 14, 2021

Early on in our careers, we are schooled in the importance of the elevator pitch, so that we can deliver a concise answer if somebody important we meet in passing asks, “What are you working on?” or “What do you […]

May 22, 2017

It’s a side hustle world and we’re just living (and working) in it. Here’s a look at some of ways the gig economy is strengthening and benefiting everyone in the SMB landscape. Before I owned my own company, I was […]

February 27, 2017

Challenging yourself to change yourself is not all about work, but it does take consistent action and commitment. Innovation doesn’t come without a little change. Whether you’re hoping to revamp your company or want to focus more on the positives […]

February 22, 2017

In 2008, Goldman Sachs launched a mid-career internship program: the “returnship.” Since then, other major financial companies like MetLife, JP Morgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley, along with technology and engineering companies such as IBM and General Motors, have embraced the concept […]

February 20, 2017

Asking for a raise can be nerve wracking, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Follow these steps to successfully ask for that raise. Walking into your manager’s office and asking for a raise can be intimidating, to say the […]

February 14, 2017

In your early 20s, most people start down their career path and start making their way up. You may or may not have been to college, but this is the time when people start to settle down in their careers. […]

December 1, 2016

What’s the major difference between work life in America and other developed countries? Vacation. Based on company culture surveys of over 10,000 employees, workplace culture and salary data site Comparably reported that most employees in tech have around 15 to 30 days of […]

November 30, 2016

Money is an uncomfortable subject, be it with family, friends, even your bank teller – there’s something taboo about it. But on the awkwardness scale, discussing your starting salary with a potential employer might take the cake. That moment of […]

October 25, 2016

According to a study by the American Psychological Association, 18 to 35 year olds are the most stressed out generation ever—earning ourselves the nickname “Generation Stress.” Let’s face it, figuring out what you want to do with your life can […]

October 12, 2016

This is a message to those of you sitting in your office right now (or faking jury duty for the third time) wishing you worked somewhere, or for someone, else. At the very least, you’re wondering if you’re in the […]

September 8, 2016

We all know a handful of people who seem to define success in retirement: They are financially secure, in a home where they are happy, and mentally and physically active. How did they get there? Some of that success has […]

August 5, 2016

Is your lifestyle destroying your health? Whether you’re a workaholic like me, or a couch potato like my idiot brother-in-law (just kidding Gregg. Kind of), there comes a point where your body begins to deteriorate. Your metabolism slows to a […]

July 29, 2016

It may be difficult to believe, but being the smartest person in the room is not always enough to succeed in business. Equally as important as the skills and expertise you have to offer is the way you have to […]

July 14, 2016

Researchers over the years have established that during a work day, leaders and managers spend more than 70 percent to 90 percent of their time in communication. To be effective and to maximize the impact of time spent in communication, […]

June 15, 2016

With more than 54 million Americans opting to forego traditional careers and start freelancing to gain more flexibility to create a lifestyle they love, we’re seeing an unprecedented shift in the way companies function around the world. Hiring freelancers is becoming not only […]

May 9, 2016

Contrary to popular belief, an introvert isn’t necessarily someone who is shy or quiet. The term actually refers to someone who’s energized by being alone, who doesn’t thrive on social interaction, but finds that exhausting. When you consider that according […]

May 5, 2016

If money is your No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 priorities when it comes to work, you might want to make sure you’re qualified to work in technology or management consulting. Here’s why: Technology companies account for most of […]

April 25, 2016

Confidence is crucial. Without confidence, you can’t truly reach your potential. You will always be holding at least a little something back. The good news is, if you lack confidence, there are things you can concentrate on to grow your […]

April 4, 2016

While there are certain habits of the rich that only wealth will grant you access to, there are many simple habits that those who are not yet wealthy can learn to adopt as well. The rich have habits that improve […]