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Say Goodbye to Feeling Lonely at Work

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Say Goodbye to Feeling Lonely at Work

If you feel lonely at work, you’re not alone. In fact, it may be the natural result of technology that reduces face to face interactions and increases the number of remote employees.

It’s a subject that’s receiving more attention lately. Although, research suggests that loneliness affects the whole company as well as the individual employee. In addition to making you feel blue, it lowers your productivity and creates stress for the rest of your team.

Keep in mind ...

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How to Help Others Achieve Career Success

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How to Help Others Achieve Career Success

One of the most rewarding experiences for many people is helping someone else achieve success. You can do this in many ways. Among the best is finding a way to help someone with their career. A fulfilling career can produce a lifetime of joy; you can help others experience that joy with some effort.  

When you help others achieve career success, you give them a priceless gift. There are many ways for you to help others advance their career in a ...

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A Foolproof Formula for Getting to Know Your Coworkers

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A Foolproof Formula for Getting to Know Your Coworkers

Being on friendly terms with your coworkers can make you happier and more productive. However, it can be difficult to get to know other employees if you’re busy with your own work or communicate mostly online. 

How can you create more opportunities to connect with your teammates? 

Start with this list of suggestions for steps you can take on your own or as a group. 

Steps to Take on Your Own: 

  1. Listen closely. Paying attention to your colleagues shows them that you care. ...
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11 Tips If You’re Working in a Declining Industry

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11 Tips If You’re Working in a Declining Industry

What happens when your job performance is outstanding, but your field is on life support? If you’re a print journalist or a telephone operator you may feel uncertain about your future. Working in a declining industry can make it difficult to earn a living and limit your opportunities. 

While different kinds of businesses have come and gone throughout history, the pace is picking up. A recent study by the employment website CareerBuilder found that 121 occupations in ...

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13 Tips to Make Your Next Networking Event a Success

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13 Tips to Make Your Next Networking Event a Success

You know that networking is vital for your career, but you may still be hesitant to attend networking events. Maybe you’ve had your share of expensive conferences that seemed like a waste of time. Maybe you’re wondering if LinkedIn and other social media are enough on their own. 

The truth is that face to face communications still carry more weight than emails and texts. Plus, events can be an efficient way to meet a large number of potential contacts in a short time. 

Come home ...

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How To Master Your Job Search with These 3 Essential Strategies

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How To Master Your Job Search with These 3 Essential Strategies

When looking for a job these days, installing the newest recruitment app or learning the most popular programming language may be the first thing that comes to mind. While these tactics are valuable, it also pays to remember simple steps that can be overshadowed by the latest job trends. 

Increase your chances of landing your dream job. Apply these 3 basic strategies to your employment hunt. 

Enhance Your Communications: 

The internet has made it easier to apply for jobs and gather relevant information. ...

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How to Revitalize a Cold Network Connection

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How to Revitalize a Cold Network Connection

What is the temperature of your personal network? Cold? Warm? Hot? If you only reach out to your contacts when you’re looking for a job, you may be disappointed with the results. 

It’s easy to get busy with other things and realize you’ve fallen out of touch with important colleagues. However, it’s natural for your contacts to be less than enthusiastic if they only hear from you when you’re asking for a favor. 

Regular communication will strengthen your relationships, and there are steps ...

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How to Network Like a Boss, Even if You’re Unemployed

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How to Network Like a Boss, Even if You’re Unemployed

Networking is especially urgent when you’re out of work. However, that can also be the most difficult time to try to stay connected. You may feel uncomfortable discussing your situation, and you probably lack the money for expensive conferences and business lunches.

There are many ways to maintain and strengthen your professional network without shaking your confidence or draining your bank account. Try these ideas for reaching out to those who can help you advance your career.

Preparing to Network When You’re ...

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New Year, New Career: A Guide to Elevating Your Professional Journey in 2024 

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New Year, New Career: A Guide to Elevating Your Professional Journey in 2024 

As the year comes to an end, the holidays season serves as the perfect time to reflect and renew your goals. In light of embracing the endless possibilities that the new year brings, let’s start a journey to elevate our professional lives as well as our personal lives. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of setting up meaningful career opportunities and adopting habits that contribute to your success in 2024. 

Reflecting on the Past Year 

Before we ...

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Deck the Halls of Your Career: How To Navigate the Professional Workplace During the Holidays

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Deck the Halls of Your Career: How To Navigate the Professional Workplace During the Holidays

The holiday season is upon us, and while visions of table gatherings at home excite our hearts, there’s no denying that the professional world is not immune to the festive spirit. In this blog post, we’ll unwrap the subtle impact of Christmas season in the professional realm. We will explore workplace holiday traditions and valuable career lessons from the holiday’s practices. Additionally, we’ll dive into strategies to overcome holiday work stress to create a positive work environment during this joyful ...

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