Sometimes, we don’t get everything we want and need to respectfully ask for what we’re looking for. That’s where negotiation skills come in — and they’re not just for asking for the salary we think we deserve (even though they …
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Did you know that a staggering 50% of job terminations are attributed to poor habits in the workplace? Picture this: you’re diligently working away, but unbeknownst to you, your seemingly harmless habits are quietly chiseling away at your job security …
No one likes conflict. When you disagree with a coworker, it can be awkward at best and lead to job dissatisfaction and even a threat to your position at worst. Conflict resolution skills are crucial to positive work relationships, success, …
A stock option is a contract between two parties, like a company and an employee, that gives the owner of the option the right, but not the obligation, to purchase or sell stocks at an agreed-upon price. Basically, if you …
When you’re applying for jobs, you might encounter hiring managers and recruiters who may seem to be doing the same thing — trying to hire for a specific position. So, what’s the difference between a hiring manager vs recruiter? Knowing what …
Have you ever wondered how some job-seekers just always seem to get lucky?
Well, the truth is that these candidates are probably hacking their own luck.
Specifically, they’re:
Reaching out to hiring managers – not just recruiters – since hiring …
Have you ever wondered what happens after you submit your resume?
Join Lauren McGoodwin, the Founder and CEO of Career Contessa for a deep-dive behind the scenes.
As a former recruiter at Hulu, she’ll help you understand:
How Applicant Tracking …
A cybersecurity career path involves protecting an organization’s systems, networks, and data from cyberattacks. This can include a wide range of tasks, such as monitoring networks for security threats, implementing security measures, and responding to incidents when they occur.
If …
Showing up to work often means juggling various responsibilities, to-dos, and scheduling — so what you’re going to wear might be the last thing on your mind. Yet your business attire, or what you wear to work, can reflect your …
Success in any industry relies on developing strong communication skills, which are essential to sharing information with colleagues, managers, and clients. So, below are five easy ways to improve your professional communication skills and boost your career in the process.
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