Is getting fired a state of mind? While it is a given that, if you are fired, particularly from a senior position, it may lead to feelings of work rejection and will surely not feel great. But moving on to find a new position needs a more positive and open mindset. You’ve heard the conventional wisdom:…
Plenty of managers or people vying for the next career step tend to go through a sine curve of emotions at various points in their careers. Maybe it is your new big idea that got turned down, or the fact that you got ignored for the promotion you had been secretly expecting. Worse still, the person you least…
As here self-assessment, also known as a self-appraisal or self-evaluation, gives employees the opportunity to share with their manager the work they have done since their last review, how they have performed on those tasks, areas they feel they can improve on, and what their supervisors can do to help them perform their job better….
You arrive at work and get your first cup of coffee. As it’s sitting on your desk, still steaming, you start daydreaming about your plans for the evening. Sound familiar? If so, you may be stuck in a rut at work. It’s an easy problem to ignore, after all it’s terribly cozy in the comfort…
Champagne in France or beer in Bavaria? When working abroad you will discover new perspectives, but be prepared – it isn’t automatically the case that upon return you’ll be met with a promotion. Click on ALLOW button to have access to more exciting career news!
He wears Ray Ban sunglasses, and low-cut Chuck Taylors. No, not your younger brother – we’re talking about the modern CEO. Nowadays, when an employee has a lunch date with his company’s CEO, it isn’t about sitting nervously across from a grim old man in a pin-striped suit. The working world is approaching a large…
High-caliber headhunters are considered to be the gatekeepers for the most exclusive career opportunities. Most people believe that, as a rule, headhunters contact candidates. But would this arrangement work in reverse? The answer is simple – yes, if you know how to do it right. Executive search recruiters explain how candidates can successfully contact headhunters. One thing is…
When it comes to networking with headhunters, a lot of candidates wonder what it takes to get noticed. As a senior-level professional, you know that there are plenty of ways for headhunters to come across your resume. So, how do you make sure that you stand out when looking for an executive position? Consider the following tips to…
At present, there is a lot of speak in the business world about hiring and retention of great talent with a very critical debate taking place on “P vs. P.” Pedigree vs. potential. What is more important to an organization – the educational pedigree of an individual or his potential?
Do you find that no matter what you say your team is always nodding? If so, you could be surrounded by typical yea-sayers. But unproductive servitude and the fear of rejection can greatly impact how well a job is done and a company’s success. Social worker Martin Bergmann explains how to create an appreciative work…
