What do I dislike most about my current job? The intent of this question is to suss out if your desire for a career change is really just a desire for a job change. Here are the silent signs that indicate you really hate your job. One study found the most common reasons employees leave …

One of the first things people notice when they branch out into doing business internationally is how big a role social norms play in business dealings. It’s the same in North America, but the contrast is much more jarring when dealing with a new country, new etiquette, and new expectations. Whether you are applying for …

One minute it’s there and the next it’s gone. That was my description of happiness for years. I collected materialistic items and achieved various goals to gain happiness, but consistent happiness eluded me. If we’re not mindful, we can find ourselves overworked, overstressed and, most important, unhappy—all for the pursuit of our dreams and goals. …

Can you see it? You live on a tropical island. You get up when you like and you do what you want. Some guy named Jeeves brings breakfast. From a reclined position on your balcony, all you can see is the ocean and your feet. Ah, the life of the young and retired. We all …

“Where do you see yourself in five years?” When a hiring manager asks you this, there may be a few things running through your brain. “Moving (way) up the ranks,” “running this place,” “working for myself,” or “in your job,” for example. None of which are necessarily things you should say out loud in an …