Employment Articles For Entrepreneurs & Small Business OwnersDo you know how to deal with a recession?Over 69% of 200 business executives believe that the UK is heading towards a recession or a serious downturn and 47% expect to make some employees redundant during 2008. If you find yourself in this inevitable situation, identify the essential priorities for your business, i.e. those that are achievable, do not require unnecessary investment and […] Motivating Yourself on MondayIntroduction I have a theory that everyone should work for a day or a week in a job that they truly, spectacularly detest. I think it would concentrate the mind deeply about doing work that you enjoy and help you remember that your current job is not all bad. I remember working in a job […] Bullying and Boundaries“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent” – Eleanor Roosevelt. If you are the victim of bullying the chances are that you think the opening quote is harsh and unfair and not applicable to you. But I’d like you to think about it a little more…and realize how liberating it is in […] Seven Ways to Put Juice Back Into Your JobWhen you received the news that you got your new job, were you excited about your bright future? Are you still excited and engaged by the work you do today? Do you show up with passion and vitality, ready to achieve higher goals? If you feel dissatisfied at work, you’re not alone. USA Today reported […] Time to Quit Your Job – or Your Career?Dreading Monday morning? Are you short-tempered and impatient with coworkers and family members? Everyone, even people who love their jobs, sometimes experience Sunday night blues or irritability from time to time. However, if you feel blue every Sunday night, pay attention; you may be suffering from work inertia. Here are the symptoms: You often feel […] Career Change SaboteursWhen you discover the right career fit, your life shifts into a new momentum. Finding the right job within your chosen career gives your life wings! But it’s common for people to get stalled somewhere on that course between discovery and successful transition. Many people determine what’s important to them, identify the right career track, […] The New Face of Professional Networking: Online Social NetworksNetworking still tops the charts to find the right work. Moreover, although I remain an advocate for the strength of in-person networks, I can see the growing success of online social networks. They’re bubbling to the surface and gaining popularity! I’ve been a member of LinkedIn for a while now. However, it never really grabbed […] Be the CEO of Your Own Career!How can you identify a different job or career, find time to job hunt, and get back to enjoying the game of life? Thinking like a CEO will help you map out a successful career with work that’s fulfilling and energizing. As a Chief EXPLORATION Officer, your first step is to engage in self-exploration – […] Raise Your Work QuotientFive Strategies to Increase Your Value to the Company. Guess what? There’s a lot more to being successful at work then showing up as a committed team player, putting in your 40 hours, and participating in the company’s annual softball tournament. Instead, you must raise your work quotient – the value of your work capacity […] Navigating Career ChangeI’ve heard it said that the only person who really loves change is a wet baby! I’m not sure that’s completely accurate, since some people seem to thrive on change. Whether you love change or loathe it, the fact is that change is inherent in every career, job, and transition. If you increasingly find yourself […] Top Ten Career Trends: Looking Forward to 2008!The changes shaping your career for the next few years are already in motion. Peek into my crystal ball for the top career trends that may soon affect your job. Take note, and get prepared! Specialization is key – As more and more companies look for specialized help, experts will be in high demand and […] Smart Choices: Hiring The Right PeopleNeed an office manager or a front-desk person? Pay and benefits are important but a successful search may depend more on patience. Physicians – most of whom are accustomed to making quick decisions – often don’t put enough time or thought into hiring, says Elizabeth Woodcock, an Atlanta-based practice management expert. “Until physicians come to […] How To Write A Job DescriptionThink of a job description as a “snapshot” of a job. The job description needs to communicate clearly and concisely what responsibilities and tasks the job entails and to indicate, as well, the key qualifications of the job – the basic requirements (specific credentials or skills) – and, if possible, the attributes that underlie superior performance. Following […] What do You Mean My Organization Is a Stepping Stone?I remember the moment I swore that I would always value my employees. It was the late 90s, I was the head of sales and my boss was sitting across the table. “Sales people are a dime a dozen,” he said. “I could replace anyone working here tomorrow and not miss a beat.” That told […] How The Top 8 Jobs With The Fastest Growing Salaries Compare To Working For YourselfMany potential entrepreneurs do want to start their own business and no doubt consider doing so year after year. However, starting your own business is a leap of faith. You have to give up a stable income to make your own business work. 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