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Losing one’s job can certainly feel like the world’s ending, but it’s not. You may feel angry, depressed, unwanted and a million other things but the first and most important thing to do is to take a step back, accept the situation and be optimistic. You can’t change what’s happened but you can definitely choose to make the most of …

In this economy it can be difficult to find a good job. For one open position there are many qualified and experienced people lining up, and realizing what the chances that you’ll be the one who gets the job can be disappointing and depressing. When you’re feeling desperate, you’re likely to be seen as desperate if your words and body …

Reaching job satisfaction isn’t an easy feat at all. All the pieces of the puzzle have to be there for us to truly be happy with what we’re doing. What does that mean? It means that just money, or just “loving your job,” or just having a good boss wouldn’t really keep you satisfied for long. But there are certain …

Starting any kind of business can be tricky. There is a lot to think about and you need to consider all the time, money and risk that will be involved. Even though a home-based busines can sound enticing if you feel stuck at your regular 9 to 5 job, the transition can be painful and require a lot of getting …

When applying for a job, having a good resume is important, but it is not the most important thing. What you really need to pay attention to are the so called soft skills. Those are the skills that can’t be taught at school. They are mostly based on your ability to adjust, to communicate and work with a team. They …

In this day and age technology is playing a major role in unemployment rates. Industrial processes are being automated and digital consumption is increasing, which will all lead to some being replaced by machines. It has happened in the past and it will surely happen in the future. Here are 10 jobs that may be on their way to the …

1. Read Up About The Company Reading up about the company is the kind of advice you would give to someone who’s only interviewing for a position, but this advice can also be just as helpful for when you finally land that job. Going into the office on day one can be quite daunting. Especially since you don’t know anybody, …

Business trips often revolve only around, well, business – meaning a lot of stress, little time for yourself, running around all day long and wearing uncomfortable formal outfits. But think about it: there is no reason not to make the most out of the fact you are going to a different town (or state). Our advice is: work on your …

It is common knowledge that to get ahead in your career you must have a great relationship with your supervisors or just get along with them at the very least. Making a conscious effort to build a healthy relationship with your boss could be worth the effort if you are serious about moving up your company’s career ladder. Here are …

Usually it is very easy to spot an awful boss, but what about great bosses – what makes them so great? Among many other factors, there are some core beliefs that make the difference between an average boss and a great boss. These beliefs form the ethical perspective towards employees, competition, money making and the work environment itself. Many bosses …