Category: Career development

A good friend reached out to me regarding a problem he was having at work. Let’s call him Bill. Bill was part of a project team that was working on a hot new service his company wanted to create for their existing customers. He was chosen to be on the team because he manages the billing for the company. So, the project leader thought it might be good to have someone from accounting on the team as a way to … Continue reading “#1 Communication Sin That Is Hurting Your Career”

The workplace is a dynamic place. Unfortunately, any time multiple human beings get together, there is potential for conflict. Disagreements in the workplace can be unpleasant. Assuming two people are at odds with one another, that negative vibe can quickly spread through a team or organization. It is almost a guarantee that in each career, some disagreements will arise. It would be impossible to always agree on strategy and tactics with colleagues. It would also be counterproductive to always have … Continue reading “Workplace Disagreements: How To Handle Them The Right Way”

Today’s Work It DAILY challenge is simple, but powerful: Shut down negative self-talk. We all have that inner voice—the one that whispers doubts, exaggerates mistakes, and chips away at our confidence. For many professionals, especially job seekers and those navigating career transitions, this voice can be relentless. But here’s the truth: If you let your inner critic call the shots, it will hold you back from the success you’re working so hard to achieve. When something goes wrong—you bomb an … Continue reading “Challenge: Shut Down Negative Self-Talk (NST)”

Sometimes, the reason your resume gets dismissed by employers has nothing to do with your experience or qualifications. It could simply come down to using phrases that immediately turn hiring managers off. Every word on your resume must work for you, not against you. In addition to steering clear of generic buzzwords like “creative,” “innovative,” “visionary,” “team player,” “motivated,” “highly skilled,” “hard worker,” “passionate,” and “driven”—which offer no real insight into your actual value—you should also eliminate specific phrases that … Continue reading “4 Phrases You Should Never Have On Your Resume”

You just got a new LinkedIn connection—woo-hoo! Okay, now what? How can you start building your professional relationship with this person so you add value to each other’s network? Making that first move can feel a little awkward, but it’s a key step in turning a simple connection into a meaningful professional relationship. Whether you’re networking for a job search, looking for collaborators, or simply expanding your industry circle, learning how to start a conversation on LinkedIn can open doors … Continue reading “How To Start A Conversation With A LinkedIn Connection”

Do you want to quit your job but don’t feel comfortable giving your two weeks’ notice until you’ve secured a new position? You’re not alone—and the good news is, it’s absolutely possible to find a new job while you’re still employed. In fact, conducting a job search while working can give you more leverage in interviews, allow you to avoid employment gaps, and keep your financial situation stable during the transition. One of our Work It DAILY fans recently asked, … Continue reading “4 Things To Do: Getting A New Job While Working”

As the workweek comes to a close (for most of us), I want to share a set of habits that have become an end-of-the-week routine for me. This routine has been key to ending my week on a positive note and “teeing up” a great start to the following week. So, how do you end your week on a positive note? As we say at Work It DAILY, it’s all about creating good habits. When you take time to wrap … Continue reading “How To End Your Week On A Positive Note”

The job search process is always evolving. It’s not about going to the job boards, finding the job opening you like, and then applying for it. That method will only have you waiting by the phone for a call, which is likely not going to happen. Today’s job seekers need to take a more proactive and interactive approach called “backchanneling” (a type of professional networking), and LinkedIn is a resource to help you do that. That’s why you need an … Continue reading “How To Build A STRONG LinkedIn Profile”

Resumes are still the main “calling card” used by job seekers, and there are various schools of thought about the formatting of this document. Whether you’re entering the job market for the first time or re-entering after a career break, resume formatting plays a critical role in making a strong first impression. A well-formatted resume not only highlights your experience and skills but also ensures your application passes through applicant tracking systems (ATS) and gets noticed by recruiters and hiring … Continue reading “Top 6 Tips For Resume Formatting”

I read this article by Forbes magazine on the subject of delivering bad news and realized just how many companies fail to follow the steps outlined when they lay people off. I honestly believe the majority of corporations and management teams don’t mean to do this incorrectly—they just haven’t been trained in what it takes to effectively communicate what’s happening. The result is an angry, vocal group of ex-staff members and a concerned set of clients who wonder if they … Continue reading “8 Mistakes Companies Make During Layoffs”