You made it through the job search and interview process and just accepted a fantastic job offer – congratulations! Take a moment to celebrate the occasion and be proud of yourself. After patting yourself on the back, you’ve got more to do before starting your…
You’ve been searching for a new job for a while, submitting countless resumes, talking with multiple recruiters, and networking as much as possible. Finally – you get the call. An invitation to interview for a role you’d love. These job interview tips will help you…
You’ve probably heard the cliche that you should work smarter, not harder. But what does that even mean – and is it sound advice? In this article, we’ll show you how to apply this old adage to your life in a meaningful, productive way. But,…
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Working and interviewing remotely seems like it’s here to stay, at least for the foreseeable future. So, how do you put your best foot forward when you aren’t in the room? You make the best first impression possible by avoiding some of the biggest mistakes…
Chances are, you sit down with your supervisor once a year for a short, scripted conversation to go over how you’re doing in your job since you took on the role or since your last performance evaluation. This time you’ve also been asked to submit…
If you’re not quite sure of the difference between active, passive, and portfolio income, this article is for you. It’ll help you understand what makes each one distinct and provide insight into which income source or sources to target. Active, Passive, & Portfolio Income Explained…
The job market isn’t static, so your skills shouldn’t be, either! You know continuous learning and professional development is important, but it’s often expensive. So, how do you know the investment is going to pay off? Let’s take a look at the benefits uping your…
The nature of work is changing. Scratch that — it’s already changed! More and more people are exploring how to craft a career that not only supports them financially but enables them to live their life on their terms. Some folks are starting a business…
You’re anxious, distracted, maybe even a bit nauseous. If that sounds like you, there’s a good chance you’re suffering from a case of the Sunday Scaries. Many people start their Sunday mornings, still savoring the weekend only to end the day consumed by worry about…
When you started along your career path, you approached each day with enthusiasm and dedication. Your work made you happy and fulfilled. But now, something isn’t right. You begin each day with apathy — or worse, dread. You hate that something once precious to you…
It’s always exciting to hear from customers or potential clients when you’re self-employed. But, if you’ve been in business long enough as an artist, musician, blogger, speaker, photographer, designer, coach, or personal trainer, there’s a good chance someone’s asked you to perform quality work without…
You made it through the interview and landed that new job! But now you have to figure out what to wear to work. And you don’t want to spend a ton of money building a whole new work wardrobe. Of course, your clothes should be…
Perhaps you want to grow your small business, so you’re looking to cut back hours at your 9-5. A great part-time job could be all you need to reach your financial goals. Working less would help you care for your kids or aging parents. Rather…
When you’re looking for a job, income is one of your top priorities. But many job seekers are now focused less on salary and more on employee benefits when making employment decisions. Employee benefits can make a significant difference in your job satisfaction. And with…
Breaking the paycheck to paycheck cycle. Paying down your credit card debt. Beefing up your emergency fund. Saving for an amazing vacation next summer. Paying for gifts in cash this year. These are all great reasons to consider earning extra money. And accomplishing any of…
You landed your dream job but it’s turned into a nightmare because of a difficult colleague in the office. You’ve been a happy employee for years and a new hire is now causing you more stress than you deserve. Maybe you’re re-thinking your whole career…
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Like you, your co-worker’s lives are bigger than their jobs. They have birthdays, weddings, start families, retire, and have to sell their kid’s fundraising trinkets. Often, these personal events spill over into the workplace. Depending on the size of your company, it may seem like…
In some ways, it’s our greatest fear. Losing a job means losing financial security, the ability to pay bills, maybe even your home. Your job may currently feel stable and your career field always hiring. But a job loss can come without warning, seemingly out…
In our culture, talking about money – especially money troubles – can be uncomfortable. Money feels like a very personal topic. And, like discussing politics and religion, it’s a topic laden with the potential for judgment and scrutiny. Telling others our income or how much…
If you work remotely or have a home-based business, you may question whether working from home affects your productivity. While you thought it would be great to work in sweat pants and prep for dinner during a quick work break, maybe even throw in some…
You might have spent years in college preparing for a career. Or maybe you started a job out of high school and worked your way up to management. Or perhaps instead, you took an entrepreneurial route dedicating incredible amounts of time, energy, and money building…
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While it’s disheartening to read women still earn $.80 in the workplace for each $1 earned by a man, women are not powerless to change their own earning situation. Olivia Jaras, who wrote Know Your Worth, Get Your Worth: Salary Negotiation For Women is a…
Figuring out how you want to earn a living can be tricky whether you’re just starting professionally or you’re trying to pivot to a new vocation. There are so many potential directions to go in, each with their own set of pros and cons, and…
Work. Even though we know we have to work until we are financially independent, many of us have a love-hate relationship with it. We love the money we earn, but we aren’t always thrilled with our jobs or how much of our lives revolve around…
Considering returning to work after some time away but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! Here you’ll find great advice for anyone returning to the workforce. You’ll also find the best specific returning to work tips for stay-at-home moms and dads, older…
According to Harvard Business Review, a work sabbatical could be the best thing for you, your career, and possibly your current company. But what exactly is a work sabbatical? Quite simply, it’s an extended period away from your career. The desired and research-backed outcome is…