Stressed Because Your Employees Are Stressed?
As a manager, your employees might view you as a source of stress. Unfortunate, but probably at least inadvertently true from time to time. However, you know that you do your best to keep anxiety levels as low as possible at the workplace. In fact, nothing creates more stress for you than seeing your team stressed out. It’s a vicious circle. […]
WFH Might Be Causing You GREATER Burnout
The pandemic drove a massive increase in the number of people who worked at least part of their schedule from home. By the end of 2020, nearly three-quarters of workers (71%) had a remote component to their routine. This was more than three times the rate seen in pre-COVID days. Of course, not all these people will […]
Not Getting the Salary You Deserve? Here’s Why You Should Jump Ship ASAP
You probably don’t think of your time as a commodity, bought and sold on a market. However, that’s basically what holding a job involves. With that in mind, are you getting everything you deserve? Or is it time to jump ship and find a better salary somewhere else? Those questions come down to market dynamics: […]
Did the Pandemic End the 9 to 5 Work Model for Good?
The pandemic changed a lot of lives permanently. While many of these effects were heartbreakingly tragic, some of the lasting impacts will lead to positive changes for the long haul. Breaking down the traditional 9-to-5 work schedule might be the most significant of these lingering COVID consequences. A survey conducted by Upwork found that one in four Americans will […]
Ace Your Interview: Digging Yourself Out of a Tanking Interview
You can feel the job interview slipping away. There’s an uncomfortable silence after you reveal your biggest weakness. A tension arises as you discuss your previous employer. You’re starting to feel a rising terror. But what can you do to save the situation? No need to panic. Just because you sense trouble doesn’t mean that […]
Ace Your Interview: Keep Your Answers Concise and Focused
Can you talk yourself out of a job? Unfortunately, the answer is often “yes.” Rambling and disjointed answers can tank an interview and leave you out of the best opportunities. That’s why it’s crucial to keep your answers concise and focused. The length of time you should spend on each interview answer varies based on the type […]