(AKA Things You Should do Before You Resign from A Company)

 

Are you contemplating on resigning from your current job? Leaving your job requires thorough assessment and there are things to carefully consider before finally deciding whether to resign or not. If you have finally made the decision to submit your resignation letter to the boss, several things have be done before you say goodbye to your company and take the final steps out of the office. If you’re interested to know what you should do before you resign from a company, read on.

 

1. Check your personal savings. This is the first, most practical… Read More

Remember how much you labored with your Mathematics subjects back in school? Subjects that deal with numbers are very seldom a favorite among students. Anything that has to do with numbers is most commonly associated with Mathematics – and nobody likes Math! Alright, nearly nobody. Guess what? You should really pay attention to those numbers. In today’s world where almost everything is running on high technology, you may not realize it but more jobs require a good grasp of numbers. Trends indicate that there are a lot of opportunities for numbers-driven jobs and a numbers-focused or Math major in college can lead to bright prospects in career… Read More

 

As though it’s not enough that your stomach is already churning with nervous anxiety, thinking of the difficult questions you have to deal with during the interview, there’s the reality that other reasons may bring you near the edge of failure – these are the dreaded objections. Before you get a job offer, it’s almost a natural part of the interview process to hurdle one objection, at the very least. The sad thing is, some job seekers see objection as a rejection and almost instantly give up, sabotaging their own chance of landing the job.

 

First, it should be very clear to you that objection is not a rejection.… Read More

 

A person’s work productivity varies greatly for each individual. Some prefer to work late or during the wee hours of the morning. Most early risers are at their most active and productive between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM but consequently get exhausted by mid afternoon. Office workers may find waking up early unsuitable to their work routine as their energy could ebb long before the end of the work day. They might feel a little bit sleepy and not as productive as they should be. If you are a morning person who’s inclined to function better and accomplish more tasks early in the day, you may want to consider some of the jobs listed… Read More

In a society where careers are given so much weight, people tend to hold the belief that the ultimate measurement of a person is how successful s/he is in his/her career. Conversely, career success is measured in terms of position held, money earned, chances of advancements and retirement benefits. With this concept in mind and the fact that most people spend half of their time working on respective careers, people miss one very significant point, which is to give more consideration to job satisfaction. When was the last time you asked yourself if you’re happy with your job? Do you enjoy your work and don’t even notice the passing of time;… Read More

Traveling and working may seem tiring and stressful for some, but there are people who couldn’t stay put or work in one place for long. Some people are born wanderers who only feel at home – when they’re not home! They seek jobs that allow them to go places and get paid while living their dreams. Alas! Not everyone can be airline pilots, flight attendants or cruise ship crews (which are jobs that almost always spring to mind when talking about jobs that require travel). If you find jobs that require a lot of travel interesting, check out this list of opportunities that provide fun and enjoyable experiences outside the office cubicle.

 

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Have you ever thought of working in a place where almost everybody you deal are among the rich and famous? Most people’s jobs are often exposed to stressful activity that easily wears them out. However, there are some jobs that sound very luxurious (and cater to people who love luxury) that you may be interested in. It’s understandable to think that jobs offering luxury services may be nearly dead in the kind of economy we have. But luxury jobs do still exist, alive and kicking! Well, some anyway. Here’s a list of some jobs where people get to work in lavish places and posh markets.

 

• Spa Attendants. All… Read More

In the workplace, trying to be happy with what you do (when you’re probably not) can sometimes take its toll, especially when you eventually realize that for the most part you just try too hard; and sometimes efficiency and productivity suffer. Some jobs may be a bit odd yet pay generously. High-paying jobs can be deemed a source of happiness and satisfaction, but the stress can be overwhelming. Other jobs are so ridiculously unusual that people are either in awe, shocked or find it funny. There are jobs that don’t need special skills or a diploma to do them, but the pay is so meager you sometimes wonder why you even bother. Check out the… Read More

 

Internship not only gives you the feel of what it is like out there in the real world where everybody is seriously making money; it also provides opportunities to acquire necessary experience that can pave the path to your career and establish future references. What is more exciting is if you impress your superiors enough and you are able to convey your true potential, you might not even need to hunt for a job like everyone else. It could be handed to you on a silver platter; in short, your boss might just decide to offer you a full-time position. Surveys show that 63.3% of interns have been offered full time jobs but companies… Read More

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