By Kirstie McDermott  AI chatbots are big news in 2023 as their technology has become far more accessible––not to mention usable. ChatGPT is taking all the column inches right now, but it isn’t alone. Microsoft’s new Bing search and Google’s Bard offer alternatives, and Elon Musk is reported to be exploring the development of…

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…

If you’re an older employee with a younger boss, it may be difficult to work through generational differences. After all, there are varying attitudes toward work depending on age and it could be uncomfortable for both parties to work with one another. As Forbes notes, for example, “Working for a younger boss – while becoming…

In order to attract and retain the best talent, companies want to keep their employees happy and engaged. After all, job openings outnumber skilled professionals, so employers need to help their workers growth their careers, in order to retain these individuals in their organization. Since successful business operations hinge on performance, employers are placing more…

The job interview is the first opportunity for job candidates and employers to get to know one an-other in person. It’s a critical step in the recruiting process because it gives employers the chance to learn more about a candidate’s strengths and weaknesses, while also enabling the candidate to see if the job they’re applying…

Women have made substantial strides over the years in the workforce. Since 1972, for example, women-led businesses have surged by almost 3,000 percent, according to a study conducted by American Express. In 2017, women and minorities represented a majority of the individuals selected to fill vacated board seats among S&P 500 companies, Bloomberg reported. Despite…