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Generation X—ironically—receives media attention for being the forgotten or "leapfrog" generation. If you're a member of Generation X and seeking to transition careers, here are some things to keep in mind.
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What to Do When You Feel Burnt Out
8/26/2018
Burnout can happen to anyone, especially in our always-connected world. This form of exhaustion doesn't strike overnight. Burnout typically sneaks up on you, and once it does, can affect you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Unfortunately, the condition can be difficult to overcome. Know th... -
While some job seekers find themselves in a transitionary period of life attempting to gain meaningful employment, a few lucky ones find themselves having the luxury of being in the driver’s seat upon receiving more than one job offer. If you ever find yourself at a crossroads between two compani...
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When the conversation about work and finding a new job comes up it is often with two very different and distinct frames of mind. Read on to learn more....
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Pros and Cons of Working For Yourself
4/16/2018
There are a lot of advantages to self-employment, chief among them no meetings extolling the virtues of ink-toner management. But there are many disadvantages, too. Before you go all in, you need to weigh these benefits and downsides to see if self-employment is right for you. To help you out, we... -
Why do people quit? Employees want to feel valued and appreciated. Here are some common reasons why employees leave and what it takes to prevent it:
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In today’s market, job seekers are in the driver’s seat, and what is most important has shifted following the pandemic. If you are looking for a job, here are twelve things to consider.
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If you feel yourself coasting, it’s time to ask yourself some important questions about what kind of “quitting” you’re doing and where you want to end up…
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Working for a company that has the same values you do, or at least respects your right to hold different values, can be a very big deal. How would you describe the company’s culture and values?
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5 Good Habits You Should Take On at Work
3/12/2018
We all want to excel at our jobs, but our modern environment makes it difficult to form good work habits. With so much going on, workdays can feel like a mad dash from start to finish, leaving little room for self-reflection or time to contemplate what can be done differently to improve. With thi... -
While your salary is certainly important, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when negotiating your job offer. In fact, sometimes the benefits you can build into your employment contract can have more value than the monetary amount of your paycheck. Even if you’re being offered an extraor...
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Congratulations! You got the job offer. But something isn’t quite right. Here’s how to decline an offer while leaving the door open for the future.
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Even among the strongest workplace cultures, employees are struggling with burnout. It is such a contagious issue that it can sneak up in unexpected ways, no matter your prevention strategy.
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While money is nice, sometimes there are perks that pay off in different ways. There are some company benefits that are worth their weight in gold. Read on to learn more!
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Welcoming new team members to your company can be exciting. But if you’re doing it too often, you might have an employee retention problem. Read on to learn how to retain top talent!
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Employee engagement is dropping amid a tight labor market. It’s been a problem since the start of 2021, and it’s an indication employees just aren’t that into their employers right now.
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If you are an elder Millennial or older, you might remember what it was like to work in a pre-smartphone, pre-Facebook world. Take a trip down memory lane, when emails were cutting-edge, and people still wore business suits.
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I get this question all the time. Espresso machines, massage chairs, and free yoga classes. Surely this makes the difference between a top workplace and just an average workplace, right? Not so fast.
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Starting a new job can be exciting…and stressful. There are a lot of new responsibilities, as well as some things you should definitely not do.
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Before you accept the job offer, consider whether the corporate culture is a good fit for you. Ask these questions to find out.