In my last article, I talked about an example of someone who was working 60 hours a week and then went through a big life event (like having a baby) and now only wants to work 40 hours a week. If you’re in the same boat, how can you reset work expectations with your boss
We recently asked our leading executives what the biggest misconception about their job is—to gain some insight about their profession. Here are their responses… Jim Black, Engineering & Technical Executive Image from Bigstock I am an engineering executive, and I am very technical in nature. I also admit I am a NERD. My job expects
I have been getting a ton of questions lately on the subject of age discrimination, and I want to start by breaking a huge misconception—the fact that it’s not technically age discrimination that you’re experiencing. It’s experience discrimination. What Is Experience Discrimination? Bigstock What do I mean by that? Well, let me give you a
Working for a non-profit organization can be incredibly rewarding, but that doesn’t mean your career progression should take a back seat. While many people are willing to accept a lower salary or fewer benefits in exchange for working for a cause they’re truly passionate about, there’s no reason why you can’t continue your climb up
Do you think age discrimination is affecting your job search? Do you feel like you are losing out to the competition because you’re older? If so, you’re not alone in this thinking, and I’m going to share with you some information that’s going to help you overcome this challenge. I have been getting a ton
Making the decision to start out as a freelancer or professional contractor can be one of the most exciting periods of your life. It’s a turning point for many people that signifies years of hard work and hustle finally paying off. After all, who doesn’t want to be their own boss and the master of
(NOTE: This message is laced with sarcasm to prove a point. Reader beware and enter at your own risk.) One of my mentors taught me a very valuable lesson the hard way. He told me I had great ideas, and my sales approach was crap. He even sent me to “Sales Training” to get better
Did you know that there are interview questions that might seem legitimate but are actually illegal? While there are some that are clearly inappropriate, not all of them are so obvious. Don’t overlook the different types of illegal interview questions! Here are a few types of illegal interview questions you should watch out for during
However, the reason most employers conduct panel interviews isn’t to intimidate you; rather, it’s a time-saving way to meet with people that will likely interact with you in the new job, and gather their impressions all at once. So, when you stride into a panel or group interview, remember that the team is there to
Being fired, laid off, or let go can be a very emotionally taxing and frustrating experience. Your self-confidence is wavering, you’re not sure what you’re going to do next, and you’re not sure how you’re ever going to bounce back (especially if you’re late in your career). If you’re currently unemployed after a layoff, this
