Jun 27 2012Post This Article
Five networking mistakes to avoid
Networking requires strategy, research and social grace. But as competition for jobs remains high, it’s easy to fumble. “Remember that you have two ears and one mouth, and use them in proportion,” said Bobbi Moss, general manager at Govig & A... more»
Topics: RUTH MANTELL Networking marketwatch.com
Jun 24 2012Post This Article
Interviewing at Google, Facebook, Foursquare, Dropbox, Fog Creek, etc.
I applied for internships at several tech companies this year, including Google, Facebook, Foursquare, Dropbox, Twilio, Bloomberg, and Fog Creek. Below, I describe the interview processes of all these companies. To potential applicants, this arti... more»
Topics: Job Search Job Interview Interview Questions Questions To Ask google interview Sean Haufler haufler.org
Jun 24 2012Post This Article
Last Year I Graduated College and Launched a Startup
What I Learned About Failing Fast and Winning in the Startup World Tomorrow will mark one year from my college graduation. The first year after graduating from college is a uniquely challenging time. You are no longer constantly surrounded by fri... more»
Topics: new grad Jason Shah jasonshah.org
Jun 16 2012Post This Article
Top Executive Recruiters Agree There Are Only Three True Job Interview Questions
The only three true job interview questions are: 1. Can you do the job? 2. Will you love the job? 3. Can we tolerate working with you? That’s it. Those three. Think back, every question you’ve ever posed to others or had aske... more»
Topics: Job Search Job Interview Interview Questions Questions To Ask George Bradt forbes.com
Nov 20 2012Post This Article
10 Myths About Workplace Rights
Many people are mistaken about the rights they have at work. Check out these common myths about workplace rights. more»
Topics: Workplace Alison Green usnews.com
Jun 10 2012Post This Article
How to Succeed as an Introvert
Deep-thinking, sensitive and publicity-shy, introverts are often overlooked, or worse, dismissed, by a culture that values quick action, fast talk, and showmanship, argues author Susan Cain. Charismatic leaders who can work a room are favored... more»
Topics: Personality Elana Varon hp.com
Jun 8 2012Post This Article
Mean Bosses Should Work Out, Study Says
Even a little weekly exercise can tame a testy boss. Just a half-hour of exercise once or twice a week can reduce a manager's tendency to put down, humiliate or snap at underlings, according to a study released by Northern Illinois University's C... more»
Topics: Workplace Break bad LESLIE KWOH wsj.com
Nov 20 2012Post This Article
The Most Annoying, Pretentious and Useless Business Jargon
The next time you feel the need to reach out, touch base, shift a paradigm, leverage a best practice or join a tiger team, by all means do it. Just don’t say you’re doing it. If you have to ask why, chances are you’ve fallen under the poisonous... more»
Topics: Business Workplace Max Mallet yahoo.com
Jun 1 2012Post This Article
Secret Fears of the Super-Rich
Does great wealth bring fulfillment? An ambitious study by Boston College suggests not. For the first time, researchers prompted the very rich—people with fortunes in excess of $25 million—to speak candidly about their lives. The result is a surpr... more»
Topics: rich GRAEME WOOD theatlantic.com
May 27 2012Post This Article
4 Questions a Hiring Manager Should Never Ask
The goal of any interview is to get to know you better and make sure that your background fits the company's needs. Every employer wants to fill the position with someone who fits well and has enough experience to do the job. And while interviews ... more»
Topics: Job Search Interview Questions Human Resources LINDSAY OLSON hiring manager usnews.com
