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Survey Reveals a Good Chunk of Us Really, Really, Really Dislike Our Bosses

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:26:40 +0000

You think your boss is bad? A new survey has found that one out of five people would rather be given more work than sit next to their boss at work.Think about that: these people would gladly accept more paperwork that keeps them in the office later so they’ll miss ‘Friends’ reruns than sit next [...]

5 Things Employees Do That Really Annoy Bosses

Kathy Landin — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:10:38 +0000

Sure, we all get annoyed at the boss from time to time, but keep in mind that that frustration can go both ways. If you want to excel at work, get promotions, get raises, have good things happen to you and such, take a look at these five things that really annoy bosses and don’t do them:

6 Easy-to-Spot Signs You Need to Get a New Job

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:10:22 +0000

Yes, you may have a job at the moment, but maybe you should looking for something new. How do you know if really is a time to move on to another position? Often times, knowing when to take your skills to a new job is simple, but there can be instances when it’s a little [...]

The 5 Worst Ways to Get Noticed at Work

Kathy Landin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:12:26 +0000

We’re trying to help you get promoted and on the right track by finding great ways to get noticed at work, but there’s a flip side to this coin. Even if you think no one is watching, you may be getting noticed at work for all the wrong reasons (or at least these five), and [...]

Surprising Study Reveals Successful Women Fear Becoming Bag Ladies

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:56:10 +0000

Financial security is a goal a lot of women have accomplished, but many still think they’re head for the poorhouse. A new poll has found that 49% of women fear they’ll become a bag lady. This news comes despite the fact 60% say they are the breadwinner in their home and 27% earn more than [...]

5 Common and Very Avoidable 'Business Casual' Mistakes

Kathy Landin — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 17:10:46 +0000

Business casual: the dress code that makes you happy you don’t have to wear a tie or pantyhose, but otherwise confuses the khaki out of you. Whether it’s your first job, a new company, or you just aren’t sure what’s best at the office you’ve worked for years, “business casual” is a phrase that means [...]

10 Awesomely Creative Resumes

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:33:18 +0000

In today’s job market, it’s nearly impossible to land a new position, let alone an interview. That’s why it’s really important to make sure you stand out from other candidates right off the bat. But how the heck are you supposed to do that with no face time? Take a cue from these clever job-seekers. While [...]

5 Things You Should and Shouldn't Say in a Job Interview

Kathy Landin — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:05:21 +0000

If you’re great at networking, filling out online applications and following up, chances are, you’ve landed an interview or two. Good work. That’s not so easy these days. But your work isn’t over.

In fact, your work is just beginning. The interview is where your true job-getting skills will have to come out. In fact, compared to everything you did to get it, the interview is like doing open-heart and brain surgery while also teaching a child how to tie his shoes. Not the easiest thing in the world.

What Job Can Help You Find the Love of Your Life?

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 19:49:39 +0000

They say you shouldn’t mix business with pleasure, but there are plenty of businesses where people do just that. The career website Payscale.com polled 42,000 people across a wide array of jobs about their takes on romancing co-workers. Being a food service manager doesn’t mean you always have to please the customer. It can also [...]

Odd Jobs Celebrities Had Before They Were Famous

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:32:35 +0000

Some celebrities pop up overnight, helped along by a star-making performance that makes it seem as if they came out of nowhere. But before all that fame and glamour and easy money, plenty of celebs had to actually work to make ends meet -- and a lot of them had some pretty bizarre occupations along the way.

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Can Playing "Angry Birds" Make You Smarter?

Laura Peterson — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:09:12 +0000

Could spending time with our smartphones at work actually make us better workers? Now THIS is the kind of research we should be doing. A recent article in the Harvard Business Review cited research suggesting that engaging in some activities we think are non-productive – such as small exercises – may be a smart way [...]

Do You Eat Lunch at Your Desk? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:22:51 +0000

Recently, Applebee’s launched a “lunch decoy” ad campaign which encourages folks to reclaim their lunch break. So, how many people are taking their midday meal at their desk? According to a survey from LighterLife, 82 percent of office workers regularly eat computer-monitor-lit lunches. And if Applebee’s ad campaign isn’t enough to get office eaters to change their ways, [...]

Research Finds Bosses Are Driving Employees Crazy with Weekend Emails [POLL]

Mike Adams — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:29:11 +0000

It’s Friday afternoon -- you’ve tied up most of the loose ends you still have hanging over your head from the work week, but nevertheless, the weekend is upon you and it is quitting time.

So, you shut down your computer, tell some of your co-workers goodnight and move on to bigger, better and more exciting adventures, right?

Wrong.

New Research Reveals That Most Employees Want a Do-Over Career

Mike Adams — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 18:22:28 +0000

If while you were sitting at work a strange man walked up to you and handed you a magic wand that was said to hold magical powers that would allow you to abracadabra yourself from your current career to a new one of your choice would you do it? A recent survey conducted by Parade [...]

Olympics Worker Gets People "Excited" For the Summer Games [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 18:04:23 +0000

This lady’s whole job seems to be sitting outside of an Olympic stadium on a tall chair with a megaphone. All day. Talking to people. Completely deadpan and emotionless. About nothing. I want her job! I love her delivery.

Is Your Boss Suffering From a Superiority Complex? — Here's a Test to Find Out for Sure

Mike Adams — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:39:26 +0000

Those people who think their boss is the greatest thing since sliced bread are undoubtedly in the minority — it is unnatural to like your boss, and most do not because the majority thinks that these fearless leaders seem to suffer from a high powered superiority complex.

Now, there just might be some scientific evidence to back that up.

Friday, June 22nd Is "Take Your Dog to Work Day"

Laura Peterson — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 21:39:16 +0000

Friday marks the 14th Annual “Take Your Dog to Work Day.” Created in 1999, “Take Your Dog to Work Day” was started to celebrate the great companions dogs make and to encourage their adoption from humane societies andanimal shelters. This annual event asks pet lovers to celebrate the humane-canine bond and promote pet adoption by [...]

10 Very Strange Jobs That Actually Pay Pretty Well

Mike Adams — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 18:43:49 +0000

As kids, we typically had to listen to adults preach to us about how we needed to study hard in school to become doctors and lawyers. However, what they didn’t tell us is that it was possible to earn six figures doing other, more unusual work. The people at PayDay One recently compiled a list [...]

Top 5 Highest Paid College Degrees for 2012 Unveiled

Nick Cooper — Tue, 29 May 2012 22:15:33 +0000

As high school graduation season wraps up and newly-graduated young adults look to the possibility of continuing their education, many wonder what the best degree and career path is for them. While selecting something you feel passionate about will make going to work easier, there's that whole pesky question of what you will make once you land a job out of college. So, what are the hottest degrees right now that will give you the best starting wage?

11 Signs Your Boss Hates You

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:08:25 +0000

Getting a job is no easy task in these times, but keeping it may be even tougher. If you’re lucky enough to have a job, then you may know how frustrating it can be to be to deal with a horrible boss. Here are some clues that your supervisor hates you: 1. He walks up [...]