4 ways to be more approachable
If you’re shy, standoffish, awkward or all three, it will put a damper on your ability to get ahead. Try these tips from Barbara Pachter to let your guard down a little and be more approachable.
Category: Career
Start now to develop leadership skills
When you look at job ads, you’ll notice few, if any, seeking people who are new to management. But how are you supposed to get started in management if all the jobs require experience?
Soft skills every great admin possesses
Check out an HR pro’s list of the ones most desired to find out if you have what it takes to be the best.
What will a 401(k) buy?
The average 401(k) balance registered with the Vanguard mutual fund company was $101,650 in mid-2014. That’s up 80% since the end of 2008.
The latest on how to behave at work
Office rules are constantly evolving as new technology and trends show up in the workplace. Forbes career and leadership writer Susan Adams offers an updated list of business etiquette.
Think like a rookie to find new ideas
Do you remember your rookie days—the ones before any preconceived notions put limits on your career? The key to being successful now, may be to try and think like a rookie again, says Liz Wiseman, author of Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work. Here’s how.
1-Minute Strategies: February ’15
Surround yourself with plants for a happier work life … Relax and relieve tension with a sports massage … Get more done by tackling big tasks first.
Yes, you still need great business cards
Business cards are still an important networking accessory, so you’ll want to make sure yours stand out. A business card could lead to a great new job, a great business partnership or help your business make money. Lifehacker’s Patrick Allan offers tips for building a strong business card.
Silicon Valley EAs in the seat of power
Executive assistants hold more sway than ever these days, particularly in Silicon Valley. Top assistants at major tech companies often have advanced degrees, many years of experience and earn a salary that matches their high qualifications. They’re shaking off the history of their titles, no longer viewed as mere secretaries, and instead are showing they are an integral part of the executive team.
6 keys to a professional social media bio
Struggling to write a compelling social media biography? With these tips you’ll be on your way to crafting the perfect one.