Career

8 job interview habits that seem smart but are actually hurting you
05:09 2017-09-21

When you’re interviewing for a new job, you’re likely well aware of the common pitfalls that you should absolutely avoid. For example, you know that you should thoroughly prepare for a job interview in advance, not to show up late, and that dropping an F-bomb will definitely ensure you’ve definitely just bombed the job interview. …

The 2 worst mistakes you could make in a job interview, according to an ex-Apple recruiter
05:06 2017-09-20

Everyone has moments they wish they could take back. In your professional life, it’s important to ensure those moments don’t occur during job interviews. Rachel Bitte, chief people officer at recruiting software company Jobvite, estimates that she’s interviewed around 6,000 people over the course of her career as a recruiter and HR exec at Apple …

8 Ways to Stay Awake at Work
00:15 2017-09-20

Unsure if you can make it to the end of the day without snoozing at your desk? Those sleepless nights can be tough, but staying awake on the job is even more painful. Read on to find out what else you can do to stay awake and focused. 1 Take a walk around the block. …

How to Stay Positive When Your Job Search Stalls
20:05 2017-09-19

Isn’t it unreal how many messages that aren’t the one you’re waiting for can hit your inbox in one day? When you’re eager for follow-up about the bevy of résumés you’ve circulated, it’s tortuous to hear that ping that promises news . . . only to find another meaningless message. Waiting is hard. It’s humbling. …

7 Ways Smart Bosses Handle the Dreaded “Raise” Question
23:13 2017-09-18

Every manager’s been there before. One moment, your team is happy, performance is high, and your budget numbers feel almost too good to be true. For once, you feel like a corporate Tom Brady, leading an unstoppable, well-oiled machine down the field. But then your star performer comes into your office when you least expect …