By Kathleen Davis February 21, 2022 The five-day, 40-hour work week is such an entrenched part of our culture that it’s easy to forget that it’s a relatively recent invention. The Industrial Revolution bore atrocious working conditions, including 12-16 hour days and six-or-seven-day-long work weeks. Then, in 1926, Ford became one … Continue reading Is the 4-day workweek the answer to the Great Resignation?
By Rena Nigam February 18, 2022 The last two years have been a time of unprecedented growth in many industries. The pandemic initially led to layoffs, decreased hiring and a shift to a more remote workforce. However, this year, with the increased availability of vaccines and rapid economic growth, companies around the world … Continue reading How to plan a long-awaited career pivot
By Ian Sanders February 14, 2022 A number of years ago, my friend, a radio producer, was asked to come up with some ideas for a new show. He asked his boss if he could go and sit by a lake. He knew spending a few hours outdoors at an inspiring location … Continue reading 6 strategies to try when you feel checked out of work
By Rena Nigam February 11, 2022 Whether you’re planning to return to the workforce, switch industries or functions, pursue a leadership role, seek out more money, or find a job that better fits your lifestyle, this is your year. If asking for a raise or seeking out a higher-paying job has been on … Continue reading Now is the time ask for a pay raise. Here’s how to do it well
By Scott Dust February 09, 2022 On the heels of the “Great Resignation“—a term applied to describe the pandemic-induced spike in the quit rate—is the “Great Reshuffle.” This new phase recognizes that people aren’t just leaving the labor market, they’re finding new jobs that better fit their lifestyle. While there is nothing wrong … Continue reading Don’t quit yet: This is how to make your current job fit your needs
By Kindra Hall January 31, 2022 “I’m not good enough.” “No one respects my ideas.” “My boss hates me.” “They never acknowledge my hard work.” “I’ve just been lucky so far.” “That’s just not possible for me.” When it comes to the self-stories (or internal narratives that we often don’t realize we’ve created) we tell … Continue reading Before you switch careers, consider reexamining this
Elliot Begoun January 5, 2022 I’ve always been willing to go full kimono with you, so why not start this year by doing so again? 2021 kicked my butt. I was invited to many fire drills and, with a penchant towards the parental, took on the worries, doubts, and fears of the entrepreneurs I serve. … Continue reading Make It a Mission, Not a Job!
Arik Hanson December 21, 2021 One huge trend that I’ve completely missed out on over the last 12 years is the whole “I have a new cool job!” job announcement thing on social media. I started as an independent social media consultant 12 years ago, so I haven’t had a new job in the social … Continue reading The Art of the “I Have a New Job” Announcement
Elaine Luzietti December 17, 2021 Heavyweight champion Joe Louis said it best, “You have to be tough and stick it out, or you wind up being nothing.” Even if you’re not literally fighting your way to greatness, you can be sure that you’ll have to push past a few punches to achieve anything worth pursuing. … Continue reading Stick it Out or Get Out: 3 Reasons to Keep Pushing and 3 Reasons to Quit
Judy Caroll October 29, 2021 Sales development representatives (SDRs) are responsible for bringing new leads and determining if a prospect is a good fit or not. They contact people that have made inquiries about the company. They do research to qualify prospective clients. SDRs play a vital role in the success of the sales team. … Continue reading How to Be a High-Performing Outbound SDR
