It’s no coincidence the word “getting” is associated with finding and obtaining work. We don’t say we’re going to find somewhere to work, we’re not told to go about asking for a job and we don’t refer to our search as going out to take a job. And finding a job is not the same as getting one, is it? You can find thousands of jobs right here on the internet, but finding a job and getting a job are wildly different because...

Congratulations! You’re about to start your first job and that’s fantastic. There is some bad news that not many people talk about, however. As a shiny new employee you are essentially in pre-school again. That may seem harsh but it’s the truth and the sooner you accept it the better off you’ll be. Your first job is where you’ll get your first lesson in what it’s like to be “on the clock” and trading your work for...

You’ve been around a bit. You’ve got some skills. You’ve put in some time with a company and are now wondering: When am I a professional? When do I get respected? How do I make more money? The answers to these questions and more are a mere click away in here. Stepping Up There is a question that faces every working person at some point: what’s next for me? For some, the question comes and goes without getting too much traction. For others the question...

Budding entrepreneur? Star performer looking to make a splash in a Fortune 500 company? Straight-A student ready to make big bucks for being uber smart? You’re all trail blazers in our book and we are so pleased to meet you. Your permission slip for greatness awaits; come on in. Is everything and everyone going too slow for you? Do you feel like it’s high time for you to be doing something bigger, better and ultimately more important than what you’ve...

You’ve worked hard (maybe), done your best (possibly) and now you want to get recognized for being awesome, make more money and possibly even lord over your current coworkers. This here’s the place to find some brutal truths along with some great info on getting everything possible out of a job. 10 Hard Truths 1. Your employer is focused on making money – staying in business, raising enough funds to keep operating, etc. and your career interests are not on...