Assertive or Aggressive

Dan Bobinski discusses the differences and explains that practicing assertiveness while avoiding being overly aggressive can help you get your foot in the door, gain that promotion, and earn more respect.

To Find Work, Do What Works

Kevin Donlin says "To find work, do what works." It may seem obvious, but Kevin's tips and quickly change your luck from to response to job offers.

Five Tips for Cover Letters

Heather Eagar writes about 5 tips for writing attention-grabbing cover letters. These tips will give your cover letter and resume the boost they need to end up on the top of the pile.

Stretch Assignments

Nicole Williams talks about Stretch Assignments, the projects that expand your skills and limits. Going after the stretch assignments are a great way to move yourself into position for a raise or a promotion. Nicole's advice talks about where to find... (More)

Your Unique Vision of Yourself

Marshall Brown talks about what your unique vision of yourself is. It's more than just a New Year's Resolution, and it will help you find a job, improve your career and lead a happier life. Sound overly ambitious? Decide for yourself.

The Art of Negotiation

Teena Rose talks about negotiating everything from a better job title to a raise. Her tips will help to keep you calm and prepared, while making sure you're not endangering your reputation or your job in the process.

Making the Best of a Layoff

There's an old saying, "Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst." Knowing that makes this article especially useful. Teena Rose talks about making the best of a lay-off: the graceful exit. From developing a contingency plan, to negotiating your... (More)

Describe Your Ideal Work Environment

John Putzier talks about the ideal work environment, and what it takes to recognize and achieve it.

Passed Over For a Promotion

Sue Morem answers the question of somebody who's been passed over for a promotion. She gives wonderful advice on picking yourself up after the disappointment, and finding ways to improve and how to move on.

10 Fears That Keep Us Away From What We Want

Marshall Brown talks about the "10 Fears That Keep Us Away From What We Want." Knowing yourself is incredibly important for getting a job, and improving your career. These ten quick tips will you give some insight into what might be holding you back... (More)

Do You Enjoy Your Job?

Melinda Howard Erickson asks "Do you enjoy your job?" Her advice on this often-asked question can help you have better days at work and better nights at home.

Four Internet Job Search Mistakes

Kevin Donlin article talks about common mistakes that are easy to avoid while looking for a job online.