Does this sound familiar: after so many years in the company, you think you deserve to get that promotion... and then the boss gives the job to somebody else...don’t you just feel devastated? When it doesn’t happen, it’s like hitting your head on a brick wall. Getting passed up for promotion may not be entirely your fault; still, you have to check and make sure you’re not doing any career-killing slip-ups. Here are five reasons why you keep getting passed up for promotion and some suggestions on how to alter your chances the next time opportunity knocks.

 

1. You’re just doing your job; no more, no less.… Read More

Women are joining the workforce in record numbers. They account for nearly half of the country’s total labor force at 46.5%. Most of them begin their careers with less compensation and don’t get opportunities for promotion as quickly as their male counterparts do. Take heart, all this is changing, albeit painstakingly slow. There’s definitely hope for women looking to add more cash flow with the increasing progress in high paying jobs for women. So what are these jobs that women should aim for? Many women have overlooked careers in Engineering, Math, Science, and other occupations that require technical skills; where a handful of jobs have… Read More

While it is true that not everyone is cut out to be a boss (and it’s possible you honestly don’t want to be one) you certainly don’t harbor the image of always having someone hovering over you, telling you what to do and how to do things. At some point, you may have dreamed of becoming your own boss someday. It doesn’t have to be just another dream forever. With some strategic planning, you can be you own boss in no time. The number of people who have chosen to start their own business has significantly increased in recent years, largely because more and more people are no longer satisfied with just working for somebody else. Here are… Read More

Most people opt for straightforward 9 to 5 jobs with weekends off. Often these are people who have regular sleeping and waking-up routines. But about 41% Americans are awake at 2 A.M. and are in fact at their most productive. Looking for the right job can be pretty interesting and quite challenging for night owls. However, you can find your own niche and make $30,000 to $50,000 doing what you do best: stay awake the rest of the night while everyone else is sound asleep. Check out these 5 jobs; you might want to try out one of them for size.

 

• Police Officer. Somebody has to work around the clock to keep dark streets,… Read More

 

Congratulations! You finally graduated from college. Naturally, the next move is to find the right kind of job to kick off your career. It can be tougher out there in the real world compared to school campus life; but first things first. You’ve long figured out that you’re going to need a killer resume in order to make a dent on the job market; and that’s what you’re out to make. Good for you! Question: Do you know what your resume should focus on to make it conspicuous enough for employers to notice it? Resume writing can be a bit of a challenge for fresh graduates if you are practically clueless about what to highlight… Read More

With the escalating cost of education and deteriorating job prospects, getting started in a great career that you think will show you the money seems bleak and almost impossible. Looking at the value prospects of going to choice schools has become more crucial than ever. Also, there’s the dilemma of whether to just stick to a bachelor’s degree or go further and earn Master's degree to draw the big bucks. If you’re out to get a degree that will yield top dollar, then crunch some numbers. The trend seems to show that engineers still hold the top spot for degrees that fetch larger pay checks after graduation. Check the list below for the top… Read More

Of course, you understand that you have to make your resumes as appealing as possible for hiring managers to consider you for a job. You highlight every bit of information that is related to the job you’re applying for. Put emphasis on your special skills. Provide a perfect chronological overview of your job experiences. Do the necessary editing and revising of any mistakes you find on your resume. Everything is perfect until you realize that your cover letter is nothing but trash. Job seekers tend to forget the importance of cover letters preparing an application. Cover letters are often too generic or poorly written, like they’re crafted… Read More

 

Teaching is undeniably one of the greatest (and most underrated) professions mankind has ever conceived. Since the beginning of time, teachers have been the most influential people in developing a person’s mind, instilling values, beliefs and principles, as well as shaping up careers and inclinations. The teaching profession is indeed one of the noblest jobs in the world. Although teachers don’t go into teaching careers just for the money, a good paycheck can certainly add to the motivation. Some cities in the U.S. are more generous in showing their appreciation for the enormous responsibility that teachers carry on their shoulders.… Read More

Many believe that working for the public school system is highly advantageous because it pays generously. That may be true, but unfortunately non-teaching jobs in the public school system don’t fetch that much compensation, especially in the rank and file. Though certain benefits are offered by the state, getting a paycheck with just a few zeros is not enough to raise a family especially in these hard times. Check out 5 of the lowest paying jobs in the public school system listed below.

 

• Custodians/Janitors/Cleaners. Keeping school buildings and grounds clean, orderly and safe is the main duty of school custodians.… Read More

 

Getting a job interview could mean you’re one step closer to your dream job. There’s just one big hitch… you’re not getting any calls or e-mails. It’s baffling; you’re pretty sure you have all the qualifications for that open position with exceptional skills and experience to boot. So why isn’t the phone ringing? Why is there no new e-mail from the company? What could be wrong?

 

1. You’re underqualified/overqualified. You just have to be realistic. No matter how perfect you think you are for the position, it’s possible that you simply don’t fit the job. If you have a doctorate degree… Read More