Articles in General career perspectives
Dr. Michael Watkins provides a few quick and practical tips to handle some of the changes/transitions that people face during their career, such a new job, promotion, international relocation and so on. He also offers …
As a supervisor you probably wonder how assertive you should be with your employees. Often it is hard to ascertain whether you are challenging people just enough, or whether you are driving them too hard. …
A humorous video which highlights a few points:
Leadership is over glorified
Followers are just as important
Leaders need to nurture their first followers as equals, in order to convert their ideas into movements
The video is from TEDTalks, …
Different people like doing different things and behave in different ways. Some people like the outdoors, while others prefer staying indoors and reading a good book. One person might enjoy social gatherings and interacting with …
From the most mundane transaction to strategic high-level boardroom dealings, knowing how to negotiate is integral to success and survival. Yet few have mastered the art of successful negotiation or ‘value negotiation’ as INSEAD Affiliate …
In an increasingly competitive employment market, staying relevant is no longer an option but a necessity. Gone are the days of ‘deadwoods’ or workers who simply go through the motions of the job. These days, …
We’ve rounded up the most popular articles and videos for 2009. Topics include a mix of content on careers, well-being and searching for a job.
1. Three Habits of Highly Effective Job Seekers
2. Stress is a mess
3. …
Guest Contributor: Susan Whitcomb is an experienced career advisor and the author of the best-selling “Magic Series” published by JIST, including Job Search Magic, Interview Magic, and Resume Magic, now in its 4th edition.
I love …
A client recently asked me – “I see so many unhappy people at work, including myself, and I wonder how/why this happens.”
That is a very interesting question, which I can answer most effectively with the …
Having a boss that makes your life painful can be one of the worst situations to be in. Bad bosses come in various flavours and might be unappreciative, give too much work, take credit for …
