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If you’ve never thought about your professional toolkit before, then maybe this can help you get started. The objective is to create a list of all the things you’ve learned so far in your career. This should include technological capabilities you have, tools you’ve used and skills you’ve developed. This may seem daunting, but I […]

Job security is what so many of us dream about: being able to focus on work without worrying about layoffs, budget cuts or politics. To put time in with a company, work the ladder, and be rewarded for years and effort… Unfortunately, this kind of job security is an illusion. Perhaps in decades past employees

We live in a bit of a career-obsessed culture. You got the degree and have the job, yet you are still not happy. Why? While this isn’t news to anyone working in America, it is a problem that shouldn’t be ignored. It is an issue because it provides a narrow definition of success that hinges

My name is Jason and I own a recruiting company. For the last 18 years, I’ve spent my days helping people find work. Specifically, helping them find work that will propel their careers and find happiness in their work. Although I’ve been doing this for a long time, I’ve only recently realized why this work is so

Late-career professionals can turn the knowledge they gained during their careers and lives into a successful home-based business. Whether it’s a franchise, e-commerce, or service business, many home-based enterprises are suitable for those desiring a flexible schedule or working conditions in contrast to traditional employment. Most do not require a ton of capital to start.

Sweaty palms. Racing heart. Paranoid thoughts. Covert communications. Secret calls in the middle of the day. Living in constant fear of getting caught. I’m not talking about how it feels to cheat on your partner; I’m talking about how it feels to look for a new job — without jeopardizing your current one. You may

Career burnout is a real concern for many. Constantly on the go, without free time to unwind, we run the risk of driving ourselves and our health into the ground. Thankfully, there are ways we can continue being successful at work without sacrificing our personal lives. Get New Gadgets One way to ease some pressure

Time is finite. There are only so many hours in a day (24), week (168) or month (720). In a traditional work environment, we are expected to work 40 hours a week. This equates to 160 hours a month. Though this used to be the norm, in major cities like New York, San Francisco and

Do you ever go from job to job or industry to industry and think, “It’s impossible to find my perfect role?” If you’ve ever thought that, it’s because your instincts are accurate. Finding the perfect career or role is hard work. Few people are lucky enough to wake up one day and know exactly what

This is the harsh reality: when it comes to submitting a resume and cover letter, you only have about 10-15 seconds to stand out. Recruiters deal with 30-300 applications for each and every job opening, which is simply an unreasonable amount of resumes for any one person to sift through (even with the help of an Applicant