Getting axed, sacked, canned or fired hurts. It does nothing for your self-esteem and it doesn’t look great on your resume. You’re always better leaving your position on your own terms. But how can you tell when your job may be on the line? Here are 10 things to look for. 1. There’s a … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Tell It’s Time to Find Another Job

One would think that technology is a good thing. Nearly every company uses some form of technology in its hiring practices today, in order to make things more organized, fair, and efficient. From applicant tracking systems (ATS) to employee onboard training, many aspects of hiring have been … [Read more...] about How Over-Reliance on Technology is Hurting Hiring Practices

Ever try searching jobs confidentially while currently employed? Sure you do. It’s a little like trying to play that game of solitaire when the boss isn’t looking, sneaking peeks at job postings in between pretending that pile of work on your desk isn’t getting higher. Or jumping every time the … [Read more...] about 4 Do’s When Job Searching Confidentially While Still Employed

There's nothing more painful (and maybe you feel foolish too) than going through an emotional career crisis. At this point, you probably don't know what you want to do. But what you are 100% certain of is that you don't want to continue doing the job you're currently doing.  In some ways, you are … [Read more...] about What to Consider When You’re Experiencing a Midlife Career Crisis

Are you guilty of ... ... checking Facebook for the latest status updates from your friends? ... reading an entertainment critic's analysis of last night's Walking Dead episode? ... checking out the latest career article from your favorite resume writer / career coach? :) ... scanning … [Read more...] about Checking Facebook During Work Hours – Here’s The Big Deal