Category: Productivity
Are you letting bad work from home habits ruin what should be a positive work experience for you and your family? Here is expert advice on how to keep them from destroying your productivity and career. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 27.6 million people today work from their homes. This […]
The New Year is upon us! Happy New Year! If you’re like many people, you’re preparing a few resolutions for the new year. Some might be personal, others may involve your health, while others are finance related. Last year I set some goals, and I want to check in to see I’ve made […]
(Updated 8-20-22) With a few simple preventative measures we can avoid many communication snafus that affect our professional relationships. Even before the onset of COVID-19, 70% of the global workforce was already working from home at least one day a week. Virtual communication is already familiar to us; but now remote work is […]
[image: worker on beach or in pajamas, or goofing around] Images abound of remote workers on beaches or working in their pajamas. This is largely inaccurate. In fact, here are some common prevailing myths about remote work. Let’s clear this up once and for all! Remote Work Myth 1: People work in their pajamas […]
Specific health issues are common to remote professionals. These tips will help you protect your health. In Part One, we talked about health concerns common to individuals who work from home. Among them were poor posture, constant sitting, mindless eating, eye strain, and social deprivation. Remote workers also work longer hours, get less exercise, […]
An ergonomic home office needn’t be expensive. These basic components can make all the difference to your well-being. When you set up your home office, how much thought was given to the ergonomics of your equipment and furniture? If you’re like many people, the initial focus was getting a desk, a chair, and a […]
The most valuable skills for remote workers, and why employers want them The job ad is usually your first introduction to a potential employer, and where you learn what a position is about. But an ad won’t tell the full story. For example, why does a job posting stress that candidates have particular […]
Fending off interruptions as you work from home can seem like an endless battle. Here are some tips to try before tossing in the towel. Work interruptions are one of the most frustrating aspects of remote work. No matter how many Quiet! signs you post around the house, or how often you tell […]
Power dressing is about comfort, function, and what you want to accomplish. There’s a wealth of information about workplace “power dressing”, a particular style of dress that signifies a confident, successful persona. But what about when you work from home, where no one can see you? Outside of an occasional delivery person, does […]
Is dealing with distractions keeping you from performing your best while telecommuting? Follow these tips on setting boundaries that work! For many parents, telecommuting may seem like the answer to your prayers. You want to have more time with your kids and greater flexibility, so you take the leap, install a second phone […]
How to Identify an Employment Scam and Protect Yourself During Your Job Hunt
Sophisticated employment scams are on the rise, and scammers are now targeting experienced, educated professionals in the prime of their careers. By posing as recruiters, scammers use elaborate methods, including fake job postings and emails that appear to be from reputable job search websites to lure in their victims. Here’s what you need to […]
How to Create a Job Seeker Brand to Land the Job You Want
“For better or worse, in today’s world everyone is a brand. Whether you’re applying for a job, asking for a promotion, or writing a dating profile, your success will depend on getting others to recognize your value. So you need to get comfortable marketing yourself.” Harvard Business Review You’ve been laid off. Whether it […]
Getting ignored by recruiters during a job search is demoralizing. The job search and application process is hard enough with its ups and downs. One minute, you might feel happy and hopeful when you hear about a great job opening. The next, you feel confused and disappointed when you don’t hear back from the recruiter […]
How To Rescue a Bad Interview: Catching the Signs and Bouncing Back When An Interview Starts To Sink
Most people don’t realize an interview has gone wrong until too late. Further, they don’t have a plan in place to turn back the clock when they sense an interview going under. Candidate Cathy and Recruiter Ronesha seem to be riding the same wave: their personalities click, their conversation is comfortable, and they even […]
The Job Seeker’s Complete Guide to Building an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile (Part II)
In Part I of creating an exceptional job seeker LinkedIn profile, we talked about the purpose of having a LinkedIn profile and what makes a profile engaging. We talked about the importance of your photo, and also how crucial having the right tagline is to attract recruiters. Then we covered the About section and […]
Your LinkedIn Profile: The Complete Guide to Creating an Exceptional Job Seeker Profile (Part I)
Is your LinkedIn profile working for you? Or are you buried in the sea of 800 million other members when a recruiter does a candidate search? Next up! The Job Seeker’s Complete Guide to Building an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile, Part II Even if you’re happily employed at the moment, having a healthy LinkedIn […]
