The Best Corporate Job Sites

by | Jun 8, 2010 | Miscellaneous | 0 comments

In a still-tough job market, here’s some good news.  Job openings are at a 16-month high.  And, numerous forward-thinking companies are investing in their job sites, making it easier for job seekers to search for opportunities and even providing job-hunting advice. ...

Building Your Networking Skills

by | May 26, 2010 | Miscellaneous | 1 comment

One of the recession’s harshest lessons is just how fragile a job can be.  A related lesson is the importance of continuous networking.  Forbes.com recently presented a handful of networking essentials, including: Be more interested in others than you are in...

Worker Sentiment Sours

by | Jan 7, 2010 | Miscellaneous | 0 comments

In an era of high unemployment, it’s not very wise to complain about your job.  However, there’s a lot of dissatisfaction out there.  According to a survey by the Conference Board, just 45 percent of Americans are satisfied with their jobs.  That’s the lowest rating...

Keeping Your Economic Engine Tuned

by | Jan 7, 2010 | Budgeting/Planning | 0 comments

USNews.com recently shared 10 career resolutions for the New Year.  All were worthwhile ideas, but three really stood out.  First, look for something new to learn every day.  The “every day” part might be a bit lofty, but I agree with the importance of continuing to...

Do You Work Too Much?

by | Dec 21, 2009 | Money & Marriage | 0 comments

Marriages involving a workaholic are twice as likely to end in divorce, according to a study done by Bryan Robinson, a University of North Carolina researcher and author of Chained to the Desk.  In an ABCNews.com story, Robinson makes a distinction between workaholics...
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