By Robert Half International
In your efforts to refine your managerial skills, don’t aim for perfection or try to imitate someone else’s style. Instead, determine how you might become an even better version of the boss you already are. Here are some strategies to try:
Lead by example. Continue reading
Editor’s note: This is the first installment in a three-part series about temporary work. We’ll be exploring its benefits, how it can factor into your long-term career goals, and what it’s like to be a temporary worker.
Temporary workers, also called independent contractors or free agents, are self-employed and are hired by businesses or people to provide an end-result of work. Continue reading
Have you ever been faced with a situation at work that’s made you uncomfortable? Perhaps you’re assigned a project with a subject matter that goes against your values or beliefs. Or a client does or says something that seems unethical. Maybe you completely disagree with the viewpoint of your manager. Continue reading
This year was all about the election, which meant lots of talking about the economy and jobs. By the time November rolled around, the unemployment rate became a talking point you heard about again and again until it became white noise. Continue reading
Spirits will be bright for many workers this season as holiday bonuses, parties and gift exchanges take place. CareerBuilder’s annual study shows companies plan to offer more perks than last year, another sign the economy is recovering and businesses can afford to spread more holiday cheer. Continue reading
How many meetings does it take for a group to get a project done? No, this isn’t the opener to a bad joke. Meetings can often feel like a reoccurring waste of time, with the only benefit being the occasional box of doughnuts. Continue reading
