More Americans are working from home, even if they aren’t doing it very often, according to a recent survey by WorldatWork. The proliferation of high-speed connectivity and hand-held devices—as well as gas prices—is fueling the trend.
When Angie shares her opinions in meetings, she feels the group tunes her out. Sometimes, others make decisions about her workspace without even asking for her input … Jennifer Webb, a consultant, trainer and coach, offers this advice for making your voice heard.
Catch a second wind by tackling a task on your “Mind Like Mush” list … Is your boss an ‘allergic-to-details’ type? Keep project files handy that contain details he or she is likely to need … Find travel deals by booking later … Spruce up your administrative “portfolio” by adding a dash of visual material.
A podcast can turn a morning commute into a chance to work on your professional goals. And it’s completely free. Here are some of the best for administrative professionals.
You’ve been hearing a lot about creating value at work, especially lately, right? Being an intrapreneur is one way to do it. Intrapreneurs create a new process, product or service where they currently work. It’s like being an entrepreneur, but without venturing off to start your own business. It’s what Google famously allowed its employees time to do.
You’re never too young or too old to benefit from the advice from a mentor. From her corner office, Karen Quintos, vice president of marketing for the global public business unit at Dell, mentors other women at Dell. Here’s what she tells them.
New bosses are popping up lately, as more offices streamline staff. If that’s the case in your office, cast yourself in the best possible light—quickly. Follow this advice from executive recruiter Jay Gaines and executive coach Licia Hahn.
Financial advice maven Suze Orman says the motto of the day is, “Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.” Many of the factors that lead to layoffs are not within your control, so plan for the “what-ifs,” so you’re prepared for anything. Her advice:
Pick up money-saving tips at TipJar (
www.google.com/tipjar), a site created by Google employees, where people submit and rank tips for home and the workplace.
Straddling the line between “smart” and “smarty pants” can be tricky. How do you show off what you know—and become more visible around the office—without alienating people with a showy attitude? Here’s a strategy to employ at department meetings:
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