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March 11, 2010 (4:05PM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
Some adults find it difficult to place their feet on the floor after the alarm clock goes off in the morning. Others can't wait to spring into action. And others wake up without emotion, knowing it will be just another day at the office. What one thing motivates you to do your best at work? Read More...
March 10, 2010 (4:00PM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
Finding a job is tough enough today. Unfortunately, some employers make it even tougher by asking to look at your credit history. But in most cases, they're not necessary and can make life even more difficult for financially strapped, unemployed job seekers who need to find work. Read More...
March 04, 2010 (2:45PM) by Brianna Raymond, CPRW
So there's this brilliant video over at bigthink.com of an interview with web entrepreneur Jason Fried about Why You Can't Work at Work. I say it's brilliant because he shines light on workplace issues that no one ever really talks about. Watch the video and tell me what you think about his concepts. But if you can't watch the video, here are his key points. Read More...
March 01, 2010 (10:00AM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
A few weeks ago, I attended a get-together with some old colleagues from my college newspaper. Being together again brought back memories of a time when we all worked together toward a common goal. What helped us toward that goal was the camaraderie among the staff. It got me to thinking about the importance of relationships at work. Read More...
February 15, 2010 (10:00AM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
Yesterday was Valentine's Day, the annual celebration of love between couples, and the love of skyrocketing revenue for chocolatiers, florists, jewelers, and restaurants. OK, reality and cynicism aside, it would also be nice if employers used Valentine's Day as an opportunity to express their appreciation for their employees. Read More...
February 10, 2010 (1:10PM) by Julie O'Malley, CPRW
The HBO movie about Temple Grandin, which premiered last week, was pretty realistic in showing how autism can make a person seem very unpleasant in the workplace. But it also showed how autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) can be extremely valuable assets in the right work setting. With as many as one in 100 children currently diagnosed with ASDs, we'd better come up with some innovative ideas for more autism-friendly work options, pronto. Read More...
January 07, 2010 (11:30AM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
If you're working, are you happy with what you're doing and where you're doing it? If you are, you're in the minority, according to the The Conference Board, whose recent research found that only 45% of employed Americans are satisfied with their jobs. Which means 55% are not. Why? Blame it on a changing workforce and decreased loyalty between employers and workers. Read More...
January 04, 2010 (12:39PM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
Anyone who's experienced the pain of an unexpected layoff can probably relate to the characters portrayed in the new movie, Up in the Air. Tell us about your own layoff experience, and whether it ultimately helped or hurt your career. Read More...
December 23, 2009 (11:00AM) by Brianna Raymond, CPRW
What do you wish for in 2010? Is it a new car, or a new job, or a cure for cancer? Leave a comment and let us know! Read More...
December 21, 2009 (12:30PM) by Rick Saia, CPRW
Many writers like to make predictions around this time of year. I contemplated writing a list of job market predictions for 2010, but came to realize that a list of five things employers and job seekers should do would be a more nourishing helping of food for thought. Read More...
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