Don't Sing the Job-Hunting Blues

You created the resume. You composed the cover letter. You bought the suit to dress for success. You applied for various job openings and now you wait. You wait for the phone to ring inviting you to interview. You wait to learn of job leads.... (More)

Networking - Does it Still Work?

Networking was the biggest buzz word of the 90's. To get a job or grow a business - all you had to do was network. Bill Gates' initial deal with IBM, in which they bought and added the MS DOS operating system to all their PC's, was a result of... (More)

Five Tips for a Successful Job Search

Everyone who is on a job search has different preferences - however, for practical reasons, your job search can't be longer than what is reasonable. Unfortunately, many job seekers aren't aware of the intricacies involved in the recruitment process... (More)

Improving Your Career

You need to have great career skills to climb the corporate ladder successfully. Career skills are also crucial if you want to switch jobs within your field. Your skills play a vital role in differentiating you from many others who probably have the... (More)

Everyday Leadership - It's an Inside Job

Marshall Brown discusses the importance of taking on leadership roles within the workplace. He provides 5 helpful "leadership in action" tips.

Stretch Assignments

Nicole Williams talks about Stretch Assignments, the projects that expand your skills and limits. Going after the stretch assignments are a great way to move yourself into position for a raise or a promotion. Nicole's advice talks about where to find... (More)

Your Unique Vision of Yourself

Marshall Brown talks about what your unique vision of yourself is. It's more than just a New Year's Resolution, and it will help you find a job, improve your career and lead a happier life. Sound overly ambitious? Decide for yourself.

Exceptions for Exceptional Weirdos

John Putzier, author of Weirdos in the Work Place, responds to a reader who has a problem with an employee getting special treatment. A leader practicing discrimination, and it being good for the company?

How Will Volunteer Work Enhance Your Career

I think there are enough stories of the web where someone starts out volunteering, and because of the experience it provided a bridge for a new career. Or it enhanced their current career by adding value or inspired them to change from a corporation... (More)