5 steps to becoming that go-to person
Every office has a go-to guy or gal who people count on to deliver in any situation. It’s possible to become the go-to if you try, says Kelly Gurnett, assistant editor of Brazen Life.
Category: Career
Your fellow admins on becoming an EA
Blythe, an admin from San Diego, was sure the pay of an Executive Assistant would be very nice, but she had her doubts about whether to go for the job. She liked being on the same level as other admins in the office, working as a group, and the idea of tying herself so closely to the whims of just one boss was making her hesitant. Words submitted to us from actual admins around the country changed her mind.
What to do after a layoff
That sudden change in your life’s routine can be very difficult. No job is guaranteed forever, so it’s a good idea to always be ready to answer two critical questions.
Don’t be one of these 5 people at work
As you go through your career, you’ll learn that every workplace has its own set of characters. But some types are better than others—and some are so bad no one wants to work with them.
Become an industry expert
If you’ve been at it a long time, and you have loads of knowledge to share, follow this advice to build your stature as an industry expert.
Tips to improve your health at work
Our bodies weren’t designed to be sedentary for so long in the office. Following are some tips for making those hours count toward your well-being.
Leonardo da Vinci would like a word with you
By looking at the world in unusual ways, da Vinci made his surroundings fascinating and found the many challenges and wonders within them. Your job is such a wonder-filled place, whether you realize it right now or not.
The joys and benefits of losing focus
Your mind wasn’t built to put the pedal to the metal 24/7. Consider these strategies to stay sharp.
Recover from a pause between jobs
Isn’t it a tiny bit sad how afraid we all are of that gap between jobs? Some are afraid potential employers will freak out about it; others get stressed over not having enough to do. Keep these tips in mind.
Some don’ts to embrace
Often it’s not the do’s that make us better. Here are some don’ts that are just as important to hold on to.