Work habits can be good or bad. For instance, beginning your workday with a healthy breakfast is a good habit that fosters productivity. On the other hand, it is sometimes easy to develop bad work habits that make it virtually impossible to achieve the best possible results on a day-to-day basis. Identifying bad work habits… Read More »
Let’s face it — dialing into a phone interview can be stressful and exhausting. With the right approach to a phone interview, however, you can move one step closer to landing your dream job. Now, let’s look at five steps you can use to have a successful phone interview. 1. Prepare Your Interview Space Set… Read More »
Temporary employment presents both opportunities and challenges. If you dedicate the time and energy to become the “popular temp” that everyone wants to work with, however, you may discover new opportunities for career growth. Plus, you’ll be well-equipped to overcome any workplace challenges that come your way. The popular temp is the envy of all… Read More »
Every job requires a particular skill set to perform, and this is true from a custodian to a surgeon. However, while many people are aware (generally speaking) of what is required to be a doctor (like years upon years of school and accreditation), what isn’t as commonly talked about is what is required to excel… Read More »
As one year comes to an end, and another gets ready to begin, for many, it is a time of reflection. What have you done? What went well? Bad? What do you still want to do? And while those are just a few of the more common questions people ask themselves around the new year,… Read More »
Unquestionably, one of the most critical roles in top-performing companies across industries, is also one of the most underrated, underappreciated, and misunderstood – the administrative assistant. Why they can go by many names, the administrative assistant does much more than answer the phone and greet guests upon their arrival. Instead, these born multitaskers are the… Read More »
Unless you are among a privileged few in this world, chances are you’re going to have to work for a living. And while this is in truth, the reality for about 99% of us, it is by no means a dreary forecast. One of the most important things to remember throughout your entire career is… Read More »
For many organizations in dozens of industries, forklifts and the people who operate them are the lifeblood of what they do. However, it is also important to note that forklifts can weigh more than three tons, reach a speed of 10 mph, and can do a lot of damage if not handled properly. Which is… Read More »
Trying to find a job is not an easy process. You have to scour the internet looking for openings, make sure your resume and cover letter are pristine, send the aforementioned to dozens if not hundreds of potential employers – and that’s just the start! Hopefully, after all those submissions, you get a few callbacks.… Read More »
They may go by different names – administrative assistant, office assistant, executive assistant and more, but no matter what you chose to call them, organizations of all sizes and in nearly every industry are utilizing the benefits of an office administrator. Answering phones, maintaining records, keeping track of schedules and appointments, organizing company events, and… Read More »