Sometimes, a good reference can make all the difference. While not all employers will ask for references, some will, and smart job seekers will be ready to provide those references if required. The better your references, the better your chances of getting the position. And yes, who you pick as …
Do you dread going to your job every day? Are you constantly counting down the days until the weekend or vacation? If this sounds like you, it might be time to quit your job. But before you do, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. In …
If you are someone who doesn’t mind burning the midnight oil and working while the rest of the world sleeps, there are many great night shift jobs out there that are in high demand. Night shift jobs, which are also referred to as 3rd shift or graveyard shift jobs, are …
Are you tired of feeling stuck in a financial rut? Do you feel like you need to progress more toward your financial goal? Don’t stress – building wealth is possible at any age, and in this article, we’ll discuss some of the best strategies for US homeowners. Whether in your …
Are you tired of the mundane desk job that keeps you stuck in the same place day after day? Do you yearn for adventure and excitement in your career? If so, a job in the travel industry might be just what you need! From flight attendants to tour guides, working …
Most of your colleagues are great. They chat, make coffee, and help you through your working day. But there’s always someone that you just can’t get along with—that one person who seems determined to single you out and make your day that much harder. If you’ve got “that colleague” on …
As a career consultant, I have helped hundreds of clients craft responses to questions and helped them get offers from the world’s largest, most demanding companies. There’s a simple process anyone can go through to answer this common interview question. So you, too, can learn the secret of how to …
Retirement is on every employee’s mind, whether they are young or old. In America, most workers have a 401(k), a similar plan, or a pension. However, fewer and fewer people have access to pensions, so it is essential to know how a 401(k) plan works. Your retired life could depend …
According to one of the guiding principles of financial planning, you should concentrate on what you can control instead of lamenting over what you can’t. The skyrocketing cost of gas is beyond your control. You have no control over the roughly 9% spike in supermarket prices. You also have no …
You’re very mistaken if you think you need a college degree from an ivy league university to make the big bucks. Plenty of jobs pay well and require no degree whatsoever. Many jobs require on-the-job training or certification rather than years of education (and student loan debt). They can provide …
Upgrading your job skills and learning something new is always a great idea. With our current reality, taking advantage of free skills training is something everyone can benefit from. Training courses look great on your resume if you’ve been laid off or are out of work and can help you become a …