Perhaps It's a Matter of Style
When the book "Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Boss?", was reviewed by Mary Ellen Slayter (Washington Post), readers responded with stories of unbelievable (not to be confused with untrue) descriptions of dysfunctional boss behavior. Yet, in spite of being treated badly, most of the respondents have remained in their jobs. This raised two questions in my mind: (1) What keeps folks at a job where they are not treated well? (2) Is there a danger that labeling behavior as good or bad overlooks what might be simply different styles?
Is There a Federal Job in Your Future?
That this country is experiencing a recession, resulting in a significant drop in job creation, is not a secret. Many of our families, friends and colleagues have been affected. For job seekers, this is a very challenging time. And yet, in the midst of this labor market downturn, the Federal Government is aggressively seeking candidates for employment.
Women in Leadership: the Other Side of the Gift
This month’s column focuses on women and leadership, but the strategies apply to all who want to be successful in their work and the generalization made about the feminine management style do not apply to all or only women.
After Downsizing - Beyond Layoff
The recent wave of layoffs finds many qualified workers between jobs. For most, this is a stressful, emotional experience. A natural tendency is to feel anger because the layoff feels unjustified; discouragement because due to the current labor market projections; loneliness for co-workers; and anxiety over financial responsibilities. If you are experiencing these feelings, consider the following steps for managing this challenging transition.
Test Your Job Search Savvy
If you haven't looked for a position in a while, you may want to test your knowledge about getting work by taking this quiz.
Looking for a Job While Employed
I am a Human Resource Manager for an electronics communications company that is at risk of declaring bankruptcy. I want to help the company stay solvent by doing as good a job as possible. I like my work very much but my spouse thinks I should be looking for another job. How can I do that while working full time?
Job Seekers Need Industry Infomation When Choosing Training
I am a 45-year old project manager. For many years I managed contracts for an asbestos removal company. This past year, due to a downturn in business, I was laid off. Everything I read says that computer skills are essential in today's market. I agree, but how do I know what I need to learn and where to go?
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