Take a sick day. Whether you are just feeling a little bit under the weather or you just need a mental health day; do not put it off. It will only reduce your productivity and effectiveness if you do not. We all need to take time off and even something as simple [...]
I can not believe how inept some people are with the internet. Even very young 20 somethings who have “chosen” to ignore the internet. This level of ignorance for such a vital and important part of business is unacceptable. I have started offering Basic Internet Training, and Advanced Internet Training classes at [...]
One employee benefit that is often overlooked is sick leave and vacation time. Sick leave is so important yet more and more businesses either do not provide enough or give you the third degree when taking sick leave. The reality is that sick leave is also for mental health and sometimes you just [...]
Find your Dream Job
1. List 8 companies you want to work for
2. Get referrals on good companies to work for
3. Get your resume and interview skills in order
4. Get a head hunter
5. Do some networking
6. Get the right degree for the right job
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A shower: One of the best Work Place Perks
What is one of the top work place perks that a company can offer their employees? A shower. Of course I mean an individual shower in a corporate bathroom or weight room area. Sometimes a good shower is the only thing that can perk [...]
One issue that constantly bothers me is personal problems in the work place usually between employees. Aside from harassment issues this problem is usually caused by one employee that is all about drama. Some times passive aggressive behavior or back stabbing can enter into things. Overall this behavior creates a frustrating or [...]
Living in close proximity to your job is becoming more and more important. Over the years long commute times have grown longer and longer and high real estate prices have caused employees to live farther and farther away from their job. But now gas prices are on the rise. Real estate prices [...]
6 Tips for Working for an Old Employer:
1. Set ground rules
2. Have an exit strategy
3. Always get a raise
4. Make sure it is really the best place for you
5. Reflect on why you left
6. What are the potential for growth and advancement?
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So You Just Landed Your First Real Job. What Now? You need to succeed and advance. Here are some tips:
1. Make a written plan of goals and requirements to achieve those goals
2. Develop a habit of removing distractions
3. Arrive early and leave 5 minutes late
4. Identify your peak work time and focus [...]
How Important is Trust? For a manager, trusing a co worker or employee can make the difference between a difficult job and an easy job. After all, how often would you have to check up on someone if your really trusted them. How much less stress would you have with trust? [...]