People with Type A personalities are highly ambitious, organized, anxious, proactive, and concerned with time management. They are workaholics who have an ability to multitask and work towards strict deadlines. Type A workers are constantly under extreme stress, which is why is has been scientifically linked to heart disease and other coronary issues. Working at […]
Leadership is a quality that can be taught, but those who are most effective are born with the trait. Leaders are immensely important for all types of businesses, from a small family-owned retail shop to a multinational finance conglomerate. Success takes passion, commitment, and charisma. If you consider yourself a trailblazer, take a look one […]
Higher education is not a reality for many Americans. College is expensive, and some people have other priorities to concern themselves with. It does limit your career options, but there are several ways to guarantee a higher wage. Many entry-level jobs in food service and retail pay at or near minimum wage, and a pay […]
Yesterday we talked about the best career for workers associated with a virtual network, but what about the old school business professionals? We’re talking about work done on paper, meetings done in person, and beginning / ending all business-related discussions in a firm handshake. You don’t need to be “old” to appreciate this type of […]
Every job is an important stepping stone in building a long, successful career. Potential employers look to your past managers for information about your work ethic, charisma, and professionalism. The importance of maintaining a solid relationship with your old business contacts cannot be overlooked, because it could mean the difference between whether or not you […]
Everyone has had their experiences with bad managers. If you haven’t then consider yourself lucky, because it can make for a stressful and strenuous work week. Bad managers not only decrease worker morale, but their tactics can also decrease productivity. If employees are not motivated to work hard for their manager then the organization will […]
If you are currently working in a management role, pushing towards promotion, or aspiring to lead your coworkers, then you need to understand the qualities of a good manager and how to pursue them. Good managers help boost productivity, lower turnover rates, increase worker morale, and are paramount in the success of every good company. […]
A first job can teach you a lot about yourself. It helps you discover your strengths and weaknesses. Your experiences, whether good or bad, can assist in shaping the rest of your career endeavors. Most people move on to new careers after their first job, but some advance within the company that they started in. […]