No matter where you go in life – especially from a professional growth and development perspective – no one gets there on his or her own. Whether through existing technology, networks, friends or family, success is a team effort. Applying this same concept to the growth of your consulting or contracting career can be highly…
Contract workers are increasingly fueling the United States’ economic engine. To understand how these consultants are becoming a vital part of the labor market, consider this data from a recent poll conducted by National Public Radio and the Marist Institute for Public Opinion: -Contract workers hold 20 percent of jobs in America. -Within 10 years,…
So you finally landed your dream job. The listing looked perfect, youre making more than your last position and your co-workers couldn’t be kinder. There just one problem; your boss is a complete jerk. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Based on a recent survey reported by LinkedIn, nearly two-thirds of Americans dislike their…
Employer brand, a company’s reputation as an employer and its value proposition to employees, is critical to attracting an ongoing flow of candidates. In the 90s, when employer branding first started gaining attention, it was something that came from the top down. Today, because of social media and review sites like Glassdoor, employees have a…
Committing to a job change can be an emotional rollercoaster. It may have been a long time since you looked for a new position or attended an interview. When you get to the point that you’re actually going through the process of applying and interviewing, you hope that it will be a positive experience. Yet…
The WFH model is now an integral feature of virtually every white-collar professional’s daily routine. Freed from the daily grind of an energy-draining commute to the office, most knowledge industry workers report they are starting work earlier and fully engaged for longer hours. This would seem to be a recipe for added productivity, particularly when…
If you’re starting a new job during the ongoing pandemic, it is likely that you won’t have the customary onboarding experience of even six months ago. Instead of spending a day or two in orientation, meeting your co-workers, picking up your laptop and being taken out to lunch, your introduction to your new job will…
As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, the lines between work and non-work are blurring. Because the shift to WFH came about so suddenly, employees were forced into this situation without adequate preparation – or any choice in the matter. Most were not equipped to maintain healthy boundaries between their professional and personal lives. Faced with…
To help you find a job in your industry, and especially if it’s in a niche role, having a strong working relationship with a recruiter can be crucial. After all, recruiters have key partnerships with companies and the organizations they represent. If you reach out to them, are personable and demonstrate your capabilities, the recruiter…
At some point in your career, you may find yourself working in an environment that’s less than ideal. Maybe your company is undergoing struggles or you have a manager or co-workers who simply don’t support you or others at the office. If that’s the case, it can be demoralizing and difficult to put your best…