Opportunity Jobs Can Create a Successful and Secure Future
What kind of job should you go for that will keep you employed? Indeed's State of Opportunity report describes what it calls opportunity jobs.
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Developing Communication Skills for the Business World
In job advertisements, most employers seek employees with good communication skills, such as the ability to write well or speak to other people.
Determining Which Job Skills Are in Demand in Your Field
How do you determine what specific job skills employers in your particular field want you to have? There are several resources you can use to find out.
Now Is the Best Time to Ask Your Employer for a Raise
Now is an excellent time to ask the boss for that hoped-for raise. But how should you ask for a raise? Indeed.com offers six tips.
The Secret Sauce When Choosing a Second Act Career
What's the secret sauce to a satisfying second-act career? Most people assume meaningful work is the key. But according to Rob Cross, Edward A. Madden professor of global leadership at Babson College, research shows that people tend to overestimate the importance of the what when they should be focusing on the who.
Advantages of an Internal Transfer versus Quitting Your Job
"An internal transfer can have many advantages over quitting your job and leaving the company," writes Alison Doyle of The Balance Careers blog.
Office Cliques Affect Productivity and Worker Happiness
Cliques were formed to create an exclusive group. But in business, everyone is supposed to work together for a common goal.
Lifelong Learning Is Critical for 21st-Century Workers
Lifelong learning, a necessity for the 21st-century worker, acknowledges that not all training and learning will occur in school or at work.
Jobless Claims Fall Sharply: 4 Staffing Stocks in Focus
The latest U.S. Labor Department data revealed that jobless claims for the week ended Aug 17 declined sharply. The figure was 209,000, down 12,000 from the previous week's revised level and way below the consensus estimate of 217,000. This suggests that the labor market is still holding tight despite concerns that the economy may go into recession.