Career Woman
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16 ways to spot a liar: and what to do about it
Honesty is especially important in the workplace. It helps build trust and foster collaborative relationships. If your coworkers are dishonest or otherwise try to sabotage your job by withholding information, it can quickly change an office environment from harmonious...
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7 tips to build a business on the side
How many times have you sat at your desk thinking about a side business you’d like to start? More times than you can count? And how many of those times have thought it would be too difficult with your...
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Avoiding burnout is simple, so why do we let it happen?
There was a time in our lives where we all believed we were invincible. That time was usually our teens. It was a time of carefree living, and by that we mean dangerous levels of wine and even more...
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2017: To plan or not to plan?
Planning… is it really worth it? I know some people may scoff and gasp at that sentence — myself included. But let me present my case. Every day we work hard to achieve goals with the idea that accomplishment...
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How a better bills system will save you money
Have you lost money because you don’t pay your bills on time? Did you know that can negatively affect your credit score? We all have bills to pay and if you are disorganized you can lose money and much...
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No, onboarding is not orientation, but it is crucial
Onboarding is undervalued – and sometimes, misunderstood. Many companies mistake orientation for onboarding. Orientation introduces the employee to the straightforward processes and procedures they need to know. It includes signing employees up for benefits, getting familiar with payroll, receiving...
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8 reasons the holidays are the best time to find a new job
Sure… holidays are a time for relaxing and partying. But a holiday should also be a time of reflection, thinking about what you have done in the past year, and what the coming one may hold for you. And...
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How to improve your online image before you send a resume
Did you just spot your dream job?That’s great! But how do you know you’re ready to apply? Let’s say you’ve tailored your resume to the job description, written a compelling cover letter, and rehearsed standard interview questions. Good news is...
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The plain english guide to all that IT jargon you need to know
Although IT is a key component in business, there still seems to be a plethora of technical terms and jargon. Some of it even seems as though it’s intentionally there to confuse people. Let’s break down some of that...
