Time in and time off – this is the usual routine most people have at work. You sit in your cubicle, key in words to your computer, take a coffee break, and update your social network account. You are paid to do paperwork, project presentations and stuff that sometimes get so tedious and mundane. I bet you sometimes wish you are getting paid for something else. Let’s go over the list below and see if you find them exciting enough.

 

Wouldn’t you just love getting paid for surfing the net? The world today is connected through the Internet. Almost everyone (yes, including you) goes online for one reason or another,… Read More

Some people just never seem to run out of excuses while some people are just downright difficult to deal with: they're always sick, always late, always argue, always procrastinating, always have an excuse for everything. Too much of that can develop into a nuisance that just gets on your nerves whether you’re a boss or a colleague having to deal with these employee types. But don’t give up. There are some things you can do to help the situation.

 

Send a memo. Habitual offenders often don’t have a clue about how they might be hurting the business they’re working for. Oftentimes giving them a break gives them… Read More

 

We are all different. Just like animals, some of us are diurnal and some of us are nocturnal. Some people just seem to need a lot of sunlight and some just thrive during night time. If you have an inclination to a certain time of the day then it would be wise for you to take a job where you can perform at your best.

 

Here are signs you would perform better in a day job:

 

1. You have no problems waking up in the morning. 2. You love the sun. 3. You like being around a lot of people. 4. You don’t mind the traffic or the rush hour blues. 5. You like to be seen wearing your fashionable ensembles. 6. You’re… Read More

 

Do you have projects that you have yet to finish; or some that you haven’t even started yet? Perhaps you’re blaming your boss for loading you up with different projects with impossible deadlines that are hard to beat. Typically, you feel pressured to finish the project and cram to get things done...only to end up being asked to redo it after delivery or submission because there were so many errors. Tough, isn’t it? There are tricks you can use to finish projects faster with minimal errors (or none at all) and lessen your stress to boot.

 

1. Plan, Prioritize and Manage. Time management has always… Read More

 

Culinary Arts is the art of cooking plus food preparation and presentation. This kind of skill and talent can go a long way because the demand for food would never diminish (everybody's got to eat sometime, right?). Also, with the evolution of taste and food presentation designs, coupled with never-ending demand for new concoctions, jobs in this business will just continue to thrive no matter how bad the economy gets. So if this is the career you wish to pursue, keep your resume and cover letter focused on key areas.

 

Culinary Education Like it or not, where you went to school bears a lot of weight… Read More

When people talk about dangerous jobs, they usually refer to those jobs with the highest threat of injury or fatal injury. Most people are not keen on taking these jobs, but there seem to be a handful that are willing to risk their limbs for a good paycheck. Well, it may also be a calling for some, too. In many cases, the pay scale reflects the level of danger involved. Here are five jobs you may be interested in; while they may be the most dangerous jobs, they are also among the high paying ones.

 

• Loggers. It is roughly estimated that there are 123 fatalities for every 100,000 people who cut down trees at the… Read More

 

The healthcare industry is deluged with resumes seeking for positions and hiring healthcare institutions hardly have the time to sort through them. Hence, it is imperative for a healthcare resume to be strong and focused on what the candidate has to offer to the organization or the facility to stand the slightest chance of being considered for an interview. Your resume must display knowledge of the changes in trends and showcase skills, experience and commitment. What exactly does a healthcare resume focus on to warrant a second look by the prospective employer and persuade them to read your resume further? Consider these pointers,… Read More

Ever had a talent or a hobby that you’re so good at you wish you could get paid for it? Well, you’re in luck! Nowadays, more and more unlikely jobs are surfacing for a lot of people to take advantage of. I couldn’t believe it until I found that they really do exist and some of them even pay well.

 

Here are a few I’ve found:

 

Personal Shopper I heard a couple of celebrities employ some of these individuals because they barely have time to shop for their own clothes. Plus some of them want to keep away from the paparazzi. But as it turns out, there are also stores and large consulting firms that… Read More

 

Isn’t it just frustrating how you sent out hundreds of resumes and cover letters, but none of them ever gets you a favorable reply? If you’re going through this, then there’s just one explanation for it: something is wrong with either your cover letter or your resume. I know it’s tough, especially if you feel like you’ve given it your all. To help you out, here are some reasons why your resume or cover letter is stopping you from getting your dream job:

 

One of them is (or both of them are) too lengthy In today’s competitive environment, no recruiter has the luxury of going through resumes… Read More

It’s just another day at work yet you’re already wishing for the weekend to come. Sounds familiar? Admittedly, there are certain moments when you do feel like work is such a drag; times when it’s so difficult to yank yourself out of bed to get ready for work. However, the feeling of weariness may not be the sole reason why you want to avoid work. Could it be that you are trying to avoid your boss? Perhaps their mere presence puts you on edge. Here are 5 things that can make you edgy about the boss and how you can minimize your anxiety.

 

1. The “I-am-watching-you” Look. Your boss seems to have nothing better… Read More