It’s tough when you’re the new person on the job.  There are a lot of things you don’t know.  You’re learning how things are done, who to go to or the office politics.  You are also dependent on others to help you learn your job.  Although we always hope to be greeted with open arms [...]

As you go about life and interacting with people, you invariably encounter those whose behavior simply screams “I’ll never be going anywhere in my career.”   
OK, harsh, but you know you’ve met those folks and then maybe one of them could be you. 
There are some things that will ensure you go nowhere in your [...]

Many Americans constantly worry about their state of employment. They have family members that have been laid off; their neighbor’s company went bankrupt, and they suffered under the reduction in force; or perhaps their best friend’s job function was outsourced, therefore, they were no longer necessary.
It is a pretty safe bet that we all [...]

The ongoing path of our careers is never a straight line.  Based on opportunities and business conditions we end up zigzagging our way from one position to another.  Sometimes we even take a step back, which may or may not be in our control.  Nevertheless, there are times when we must make a decision to [...]

The job search can be taxing — and if an opportunity for help arises, you should seize it. Many times, this opportunity will come in the form of a career counselor. If you decide to visit a career counselor, you will have access to resources that would otherwise be unavailable.
You should never underestimate the advice [...]

Brad Pitt recently announced that he’s planning his retirement from acting.
That’s right. Brad Pitt, mega star of mega stars, is planning to leave acting in favor of his other great love, producing.
While this intended career change has left many reeling, simply ask yourself: why not?  Why shouldn’t Pitt (or, for that matter, anyone) leave their current [...]

GRRRR- is this person dedicated to make you mad? You know this person, every interaction with them leaves you ticked off and annoyed.  They may do things that simply flip your switch or leave you spinning for the rest of the day.  An irritating work peer can do anything from simply just bug you because [...]

Asking for a promotion rates right up there with asking for a root canal. Yet,a promotion is signifies that our career is growing and moving.
It makes us feel good about ourselves and is a form of recognition that our work is worth rewarding. Yet, it can be ponderous when thinking about [...]

Career decisions are tough when you’re 18 and about to launch your life but now that you’re “of a certain age” the prospects of changing careers can feel daunting. If you’re over 40 and staring at the possibility of making a career change and you get the same feeling when thinking of jumping out [...]