Career Advice & Insights

Whether you’re considering a digital media-heavy career or just want to brush up on the latest lingo, this digital media glossary is worth a look. Digital media. You’ve heard about it, you’ve talked about it, you may even work in it. But what is “it,” and what are all of those confusing buzzwords that people … Read More

Make each minute count during your next business meeting by applying these simple rules. We’ve all heard the adage, “time is money.” In today’s workplace, every minute counts. Unfortunately for many professionals, too many of those minutes are spent sitting in long, drawn-out meetings where little is accomplished. In fact, in its annual Wasting Time … Read More

Get more done at home and watch your work prosper with this advice. Working from home is becoming increasingly common—the number of those who worked at least one day a week from home increased from 7 percent in 1997 to 9.5 percent in 2010 (latest data available). Whether you are a full-time staffer who works … Read More

6 reasons your boss won’t tolerate bad writing skills. If you want to land and keep a job in today’s market, communication is the name of the game. From your first job interview to your daily business interactions, your job performance will rely on what you say and how you say it. And, as organizations … Read More

Scott Ginsberg shares five items from his list of 61 stupid things to stop doing before it’s too late. In my most recent article about interviewing, ” 10 good ways to ‘Tell me about yourself,” I offered a free list at the end about stupid things to stop doing before it’s too late. Since that … Read More

Don’t let summer’s lazy days take their toll on your productivity. Whether you’re currently employed or searching for a new opportunity, it can be difficult to stay productive during the summertime. Between the energy-draining, hot, humid weather and the influx of social events, it’s no wonder we have trouble staying on task. Here are some … Read More

Graduation is the prime time to think about your future—about the things you want to accomplish and the kind of person you want to become. After reflecting back to when I was 22, here are a few things I have learned over the years that would have helped me then, and might help you now. … Read More

Stay competitive in the workplace with this top advice. Never stop learning The quickest way to lose your edge is to be stagnant in your career. Don’t let yourself become so comfortable that you stop challenging yourself. Seek out new professional-development opportunities at relevant industry events, your local college and online. There are a number … Read More

How to ensure your next work trip doesn’t get in the way of your work. Traveling for work can be fun, but it can also be challenging – particularly when it comes to staying productive as your routine is thrown off. Remember, your deadlines don’t disappear when you hit the road. When you’re traveling frequently … Read More