Anne Niederkorn is the black sheep of her IT department, where she enjoys educating her co-workers about fashion and Bravo TV. Catch her musings about pop culture and Midwestern life on her blog, www.annapalooza.net.
Before you suit up on that first day, read on for some important advice on what not to do.
Are you trying to rejoin a company you once left behind? Taking that first step back can be a bit tricky, no matter what the reason. Here are a few guidelines from those who have been there before.
Holiday dinners and tree-trimming are great, but if you want to mix it up a bit or (let’s be honest) need a creative excuse to get away from your family, consider these four fun new traditions.
Dealing with super-introverted teammates (or even tight-knit office cliques) can make your job pretty miserable, especially if you’re the type who loves office banter. But take it from this silent-office-dweller—there are a few things you can do to improve the situation.
Consultants often get a bad rap, but the truth is, they can be a good thing—for your company, and for your career. Before you start panicking (or hitting the job boards), consider these tips for getting the most out of the situation.
As a manager, helping your team get ahead is no small undertaking. But it’s critical for their success—and yours, too. This five-step plan will help you pinpoint the right goals for your employees, develop a plan to achieve them, and help your team take their careers to the next level.
A 23-year-old entry-level employee was accused of not doing her job—by a powerful executive at her company. Our third essay contest finalist describes an experience that would have any young professional shaking in her heels.
What you wouldn’t give to be one of those traveling salespeople, cranking the tunes in a company car and sporting a tan acquired from golfing with clients, right? Not quite so fast. We got the scoop from a road warrior on what life on the road is really like.
