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5 Simple Strategies to Impress Your Manager During One-on-One Meetings
One-on-one meetings with your manager are more than just routine check-ins. They're crucial opportunities for career progression and building a stronger professional relationship. A study by Steve...
Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines
In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...
Revolutionizing Hiring: Big Companies Shift Focus to Skills Over Degrees
Big companies like Blackstone, Walmart, and Microsoft are now paying more attention to the specific skills a person has, rather than just whether they have a college degree. A group called the Burning ...
Switching Jobs Often Could Make You Lose Money From Your Retirement Fund
Did you know that changing jobs a lot could mean you end up with a lot less money by the time you retire? According to new research from a group at Vanguard, people who often switch jobs could...
Networking for the Networking-Averse: Transforming Dread into Opportunity
Networking. The word alone can evoke images of awkward mixers, forced smiles, and the daunting task of making small talk with complete strangers. But what if we told you that networking doesn't ha...
Will 2020 Bring a Revolution in International Job-Creation?
Will 2020 Bring a Revolution in International Job-Creation? CNN Money predicts that 5 million jobs will be lost to robotics technology during 2020. Nearly 10,000 jobs in the retail industry have already been lost ...
How to Gracefully Handle a Job Rejection Email
Facing job rejection is a common part of the job search process. It's not easy, but how you respond to a rejection email can leave a lasting impression and potentially open doors in the future. Here's what you ...
Future-Proof Your Career with These 5 Essential Skills for 2024
In a fast-paced world, staying ahead in your career means being prepared. With the constant evolution of technology, economic shifts, and global uncertainties, it's understandable if your job security feels...
Entry-Level Jobs Still Exist, But The Skills Needed For Them Have Changed
For years, we’ve heard concerns about entry-level jobs disappearing, but what if that’s not entirely accurate? What if these jobs still exist, but we simply aren’t preparing people w...