Many people do not like the idea of keeping their resume up-to-date, and for a number of reasons. It may require that you admit that your job is not as secure as you wish; it may seem like too much of a chore, it may seem too difficult, or it could just be that you don't feel you have the time. However, maintaining a current executive resume, particularly for those in executive careers, is a wise decision for a number of re...

As an executive, it's your responsibility to get the most out of your employees. Your leadership style will have a significant impact on their motivation to produce. Leading by example is one way to accomplish this, and it means more than simply walking the talk. It also includes such ideas as integrity, taking action, and following through. If, for example, you introduce a new set of workplace rules, not only do you need t...

You’ve worked hard to get here. You’ve sent out 31 resumes, networked, attended job fairs, enrolled in school for more education – you’ve taken all the right steps. Then, one afternoon the phone rings. “Yes, we’d like you to come in for an interview. Is next Tuesday at 10:00 alright with you?” Alright???!!! You can be there in 10 minutes! But you gather your composure, pretend to rifle through your “appointment book” and ca...

Getting axed, sacked, canned or fired hurts. It does nothing for your self-esteem and it doesn't look great on your resume. You're always better leaving your position on your own terms. But how can you tell when your job may be on the line. Here are 10 things to look for.There's a path worn in the carpet between your cubicle and the corner office.If you're always being called into the principal's office, something is wrong....

If you're just starting out after finishing school, or even if you've been on the job a few years, you probably wonder if, someday, you might assume a management position in your area of expertise. Maybe you aspire to become the department head, or the shift supervisor, the director or even the CEO. Most people do.What are the characteristics of a good manger? More importantly, do you fit the profile?Are You a Multi-Tasker?...

You’ll be hard pressed to find anyone who thinks he or she is overpaid. We all believe we deserve a raise, but before you approach your director, CEO, department manager or shift supervisor, ask yourself some key questions.Have I been on the job long enough?If you’ve only been on the job for a month or two, you don’t deserve a raise – at least not yet. A raise is something you earn. It’s not something to which you’re entitl...

So how does Peter hit his numbers so early in the quarter? How does Lauren stay on the ‘Top 10 Producers’ list year after year after year? Are they smarter than you are? More personable, outgoing and likable? Absolutely not. So how come they outperform the rest of the sales team? Let’s take a look.Bottom Line = ResultsOutside sales is a results-oriented business. There’s no one watching over your shoulder, you often make yo...

Finding a job is tough. Finding a good job is even tougher.When you've found that perfect job, it's important to then find opportunities to move up the workplace ladder. Here's how.An Honest Day's Work for an Honest Day's PayGive them what they're paying for. It may sound obvious but employers look for workers who are at work, at their work stations and working! If you're away from your desk, talking to a co-worker about yo...

Given that the average employee will hold down 6.4 different jobs during his or her career, you can almost bet that you’re going to attend a job fair at some point, if you haven’t already had the pleasure. You see job fairs are a mixed blessing, with good and bad points. Here’s how you can maximize the positive and mitigate the negatives of job fairs.The Upside to Job FairsIn three words: convenience, convenience, convenien...

To ensure you're always using a cover letter properly, let's review its intended purpose. A cover letter primarily connects your resume to an open position. To understand the importance of such a connection, you only need to put yourself in the position of a hiring manager for a day. Hiring managers, recruiters, HR personnel and others within the hiring realm, see several dozen - or potentially a hundred or thousand - resu...