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  • Top Part-Time Job Options During the Pandemic

    Top Part-Time Job Options During the Pandemic

    9/1/2020

    Every fall, hundreds of thousands of Americans apply for part-time and temporary work. Some do it to boost their income, others to pay down debt, or enjoy an extra-festive holiday season.
  • How to Make Your Part-Time Job a Full-Time Opportunity

    How to Make Your Part-Time Job a Full-Time Opportunity

    11/17/2019

    Ask just about anyone how to turn your part-time job into a full-time position and they’ll say something like “work hard,” “stand out,” or “go above and beyond.” Of course, all three of these suggestions are prudent, but they’re also pretty generic. Want some specific advice about how to go from ...
  • How To Negotiate Your Start Date—And Other Parts Of Your Offer

    How To Negotiate Your Start Date—And Other Parts Of Your Offer

    11/15/2017

    You just got a job offer. But there’s a problem. They want you to start in two weeks, but you don't want to start for another month. What should you do? Here are our tips on how to negotiate your start date in your job offer.
  • 6 Better Ways to Respond When You're Thinking: That's Not Part of My Job Description

    6 Better Ways to Respond When You're Thinking: That's Not Part of My Job Description

    3/24/2020

    When your manager asks you to do something that seems to be beyond your usual responsibilities, you may want to tell her you can’t do it, but no matter the request, never respond with the phrase, “That’s not in my job description.”
  • 5 Secrets to Using Time Off Without Feeling Guilty

    5 Secrets to Using Time Off Without Feeling Guilty

    9/25/2019

    If guilt-ridden angst about taking your allotted leave sounds familiar, it's time to change your way of thinking.
  • 7 Ways to Better Juggle Work and Family

    7 Ways to Better Juggle Work and Family

    6/8/2021

    While keeping your personal issues separated from your work life is an important step toward being a true professional, there are times when the two are bound to intertwine.
  • 5 Skills You’ll Need To Be Promoted Into A Management Position

    5 Skills You’ll Need To Be Promoted Into A Management Position

    6/10/2018

    It’s time for a change. Maybe you’ve been working for several years now, or maybe you’re completing your studies and are set to enter the workforce. Whatever your situation, you’ve surveyed the job market and decided that a management position will be your goal. To help you in your endeavors, her...
  • Managing the Performance Appraisal: Are They Achieving Desired Results?

    Managing the Performance Appraisal: Are They Achieving Desired Results?

    2/12/2016

    The performance appraisal can be a valuable tool for helping both the company and the employee grow. Here’s how to get there.
  • Interview Questions for Hiring College Interns

    Interview Questions for Hiring College Interns

    7/18/2018

    Offering a college internship program can be a rewarding experience. You'll enjoy the benefits of having extra hands on deck—plus, your employees will stretch their own skill sets by serving as mentors to younger professionals. Be sure to include these interview questions on your list the next ti...
  • How To Make Time For Interviews When You Already Have A Full-Time Job

    How To Make Time For Interviews When You Already Have A Full-Time Job

    1/3/2018

    As if the stress of landing an interview weren't enough—now you must also figure out how to attend said interview without tipping off your current boss to your job search. There's no rest for the weary, right? Try these tips to manage your job search without endangering your current paycheck.
  • You're Thinking about a Graduate Degree: Six Steps to Consider

    You're Thinking about a Graduate Degree: Six Steps to Consider

    12/31/2019

    You’ve decided to invest in your career and pursue a graduate degree. Congratulations on this decision to gain more knowledge, learn new skills, and grow your professional network!
  • Would an MBA Help You Move Up or Move Out of Your Position?

    Would an MBA Help You Move Up or Move Out of Your Position?

    10/8/2019

    An MBA has the reputation for being a one-way ticket to a more prestigious position and a bigger paycheck—but is it the right choice for you? Given the high cost of pursuing an MBA in terms of both time and money, it's worth expending some effort examining how beneficial this type of graduate deg...
  • Putting My Graduate Degree to Work: Does It Really Give Me a Competitive Edge?

    Putting My Graduate Degree to Work: Does It Really Give Me a Competitive Edge?

    12/14/2015

    Will a graduate degree give you a competitive edge? Find out.
  • 6 ways to ensure your organization has the edge

    6 ways to ensure your organization has the edge

    11/16/2021

    The only thing certain right now is the uncertainty plaguing employment for the foreseeable future. Here are six dependable approaches you can use to give your organization the advantage:
  • Why It's OK To Fail

    Why It's OK To Fail

    12/14/2015

    Sometimes it's ok to fail. Learn why.
  • You’re on Vacation, But Your Coworkers Won't Stop Emailing You?

    You’re on Vacation, But Your Coworkers Won't Stop Emailing You?

    7/22/2018

    You're just settling into your pool chair with a juicy thriller and an adult beverage when you hear a familiar ping. Ugh. The office. What could they possibly want now? Don't they know you're on vacation? What should you do when you're on vacation and your coworkers won't stop emailing you?
  • Star Nurses Spotlights: Caring to a fault, the reward of a challenge, lifting people up and more

    Star Nurses Spotlights: Caring to a fault, the reward of a challenge, lifting people up and more

    5/10/2021

    As a part of the recognition of the 2021 Star Nurses we will spotlight nurses through May 24th. Check back each week for more spotlights from our Star Nurses.
  • Succeeding at Work While Making Home Your #1 Priority

    Succeeding at Work While Making Home Your #1 Priority

    11/15/2021

    Balancing work and family is probably the number one issue facing workers today. Read on for some ways to help you prioritize what really matters most.
  • How to Answer “Why Should We Choose You over Someone Else?”

    How to Answer “Why Should We Choose You over Someone Else?”

    3/10/2019

    One day you’ll face a recruiter asking, “Why should we choose you over someone else?” Here’s how to prepare the best answer to this question.
  • How To Give A Little Extra At Work And Watch It Pay Off

    How To Give A Little Extra At Work And Watch It Pay Off

    1/27/2019

    The New Year can be one of the best times to be motivated to give more than 100 percent—to eating healthy, working out, pursuing goals and, yes, even your job. There is no better time to take a step back and reset, having (hopefully) been recharged and refreshed following the holidays. As with an...
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