Get off the Hamster Wheel! Conquer Toxic Productivity for a Healthier Work Life

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“Everything happens for a reason.” “It’s just a few weeks of overtime; things will settle down.” “If my team can sustain this pace, so can I!” In today’s fast-paced world, productivity and an upbeat attitude are often hailed as virtues. But left unchecked, incessant busyness can turn into an uncontrollable need to feel productive at… Read more »

How Your Work History Affects Your Job Hunt in the New Age of Work

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Some say the resume is dying. I say it’s not. For most jobs, you still have to present an impressive resume and cover letter to land an interview. But the resume–and other details of the job hunt–certainly are changing. Resumes are morphing into a combination of digital identity and the traditional summary of work experience… Read more »

Career Paths for an Executive Secretary

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If you have had any sort of administrative support background you may be wondering what types of careers are available to you? Many organizations need individuals who can handle this administrative function. If you’re in the market for executive support roles or other secretarial jobs here is a short list of things that might work… Read more »

3 Interview Questions You Should Never Ask

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The interview is the place where you can get to know a potential employee on a deeper level. You will ask them questions about their ability to do the job, how they will fit in with your current team, and how they handle themselves in the workplace. However, there are a few questions that, in… Read more »

What to Say to the Candidates You Don’t Hire

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For as long as anyone can remember a key piece of advice for job seekers and employees has been not to burn any bridges. We expect candidates to act graciously and professionally when they are in the job market so it is equally as important for companies do to the same. What should you say… Read more »

4 Signs You Shouldn’t Bother Applying to a Job

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In your job hunt certainly you have come across postings that seem maybe a little too good to be true or have other red flags. Over the last few years, especially since companies began using online resources such as Craigslist to post jobs, some aspects of the job hunt have come to light and it… Read more »