Career Advice & Insights

Last year Career-Line introduced you to the Peter Principle and the three Italian scientists who bucked the system with their own take on the Peter Principle. University of Catania scientists Andrea Rapisarda, Cesare Garofaloa and Alessandro Pluchino’s random promotion theory says that an organization that promotes employees at random, as opposed to by merit is … Read More

Whether it’s due to the pressures of heavier workloads or the need to prove to your boss that you’re a hard worker hour-long breaks have deviated from the office culture norm. The truth is that less than half of employees get up from their desks to take a lunch break, according to a survey conducted … Read More

Being in the right atmosphere is key to productivity and creativity. In days where it’s becoming harder and harder to find a qualified employee, some workplaces learned that the best way to avoid having to acquire qualified applicants is to retain the ones they already have. With the average time spent at the same job … Read More

Ten jobs in 10 years might look like a job hopper or a committed consultant, depending on how you present your work history in a resume. It didn’t make sense. Doneé had been searching for work in the digital media industry for nearly eight months by the time she hooked up with career coach Adriana … Read More

Can working a job without a paycheck set you up for big bucks? Job seekers who took this route tell all. Volunteering is good for your soul, and it can also be good for your resume. Many in the ranks of the unemployed have sought out volunteer work to pass the time and remain active … Read More

There are risks to checking out of your job prematurely. There are even rewards for overperforming during uncertain times. Have you ever noticed how many people, when faced with the possibility of a layoff or reduction in force (RIF), start acting as if it’s a foregone conclusion? Every chance they get, they search through online … Read More

Considering going back for more education? Make sure the scope of the program is right for your goals. Unemployment figures may mask opportunities: Even if employers are laying off employees at a furious rate, those same companies are seeking to hire in other areas of the company. They often have to look outside the company, … Read More

They’re not just for entry-level positions. Tips and tricks for mid- and senior-level executives to get the most out of choosing and attending job fairs. By Kevin Fogarty & John Hazard The recession is forcing job fairs to move upstream, bringing in recruiters and companies hiring for mid- and senior-level executives. It’s worth your time … Read More

Should you consider taking a position at a startup company? Consider this: There is a strong possibility that on your first day of work you will discover that your desk consists of a couple of used orange crates with an old door laid across the top. But that is just the beginning. You will never … Read More