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Why an Internship is Your Shortcut Into a World of Success
Working primarily to gain experience may not sound so great for some, but an internship can be the first essential step to land a great job. When you engage in your desired industry and work for a company as an intern, you show your dedication to that career and enthusiasm for the job. Dedication and […]
Continue reading4 Signs That It’s Time for a Promotion
A fatter paycheque, a swankier office, an assistant to delegate all that boring paperwork to—it’s no wonder that many of us would love to get a promotion. Unfortunately, our bosses often seem oblivious to our high-powered needs. The solution? Stop waiting for them to make the first move and ask them to promote you. It […]
Continue reading3-Point Guide to Reducing Professional Stress
Without question, the pace of your professional progress is directly tied to job-related stress and how you cope with it. Understandably, competition for high-paying, purposeful jobs, along with joining a company with an inspiring mission statement, is at a fever pitch. The reality is, when you attain the position of your dreams, you are also […]
Continue readingWantrepreneur: Do You Have What it Takes to Be Your Own Boss?
Earlier this year I published a book: “Wantrepreneur: Do You Have What it Takes to be an Entrepreneur?” In the book I defined a term “wantrepreneur.” Although this term has been used in the past in some circles – usually by entrepreneurs who have a tendency to look down on the “wantres” because, in their […]
Continue readingInterview Questions that Make You Squirm – Questions Against the Human Rights Act
Have you ever gone to a job interview and been asked an interview question that you thought was inappropriate, offensive or possibly even illegal? Sometimes employers in the  job market may ask questions that can make you very uncomfortable. 3 reasons employers ask inappropriate interview questions Employers don’t know better. It may be that the […]
Continue readingInfographic: 10 Unusual Jobs That Pay Surprisingly Well
When you were younger, you may have dreamed of becoming a lawyer, builder or medical specialist. Then you had to decide what exactly you wanted to be, enroll in a university and finish your degree in order to get in the field that you aimed for. You’ll be lucky if you end up really loving […]
Continue readingGrowing Potential: Leading the Way from Employee to Entrepreneur
We all have dreams that we will become bosses at some point in time, either by climbing ranks from junior positions or when we start our own ventures. When you are on the path to becoming an entrepreneur, growth is inevitable and you should embrace it in all measures. There are various risks that you […]
Continue readingAbout to Get Fired? What To Do When The Writing’s On The Wall
There are certain experiences we can all do without in our career and getting fired probably takes the cake. So recognizing the signs of an impending pink slip is definitely something you should know about. Throughout my 35 years of experience of thinking about how to measure success at work, I’ve gotten pretty good at […]
Continue reading7 Signs of a Successful Leader in the Workplace
What does it mean to be a successful leader in the workplace? No, it does not involve your ability to delegate or getting tasks done. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a leader of your own team? Looking into the definition of leadership, sometimes it is easier to learn what it is […]
Continue reading9 Things You Should Never Include On Your Resume
A good resume can do wonders when it comes to getting the job you desire. Your resume represents your professional history, along with other important information about you. Some resumes are more professional than others and in turn, they get more traction from hiring managers and recruiters. When an employer or recruiter asks for you […]
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