People like likeable people. We want to work with people that are good at what they do, but we also want to work with people we could shoot the breeze with at happy hour after a long day. While hiring managers look at your skill set and qualifications, they are also looking to see if […]
Since American workers, on average, spend 45 hours a week at work, having a positive attitude at work is essential for your overall well-being. However, maintaining a positive outlook is sometimes harder than it sounds. A wide range of situations such as downsizing rumors at the office, stressful work load and slashes in employee benefits […]
Do you feel like you’re dragging yourself to work every morning? Have you become cynical or irritable with co-workers or clients? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may be experiencing job burnout. Job burnout in today’s workplace can result from various factors including a work-life imbalance, dysfunctional workplace operations, unclear job […]
In a crowded job market, how can you make yourself stand out from the pack? How can you make a good first impression with job recruiters? This week on Good Morning San Diego, I provided a few tips from your first contact with recruiters and beyond. [wpvideo f4VKmgPY]
In honor of Veterans Day, Veteran Sergeant Keith Williams accompanied me in studio for this week’s KUSI Good Morning San Diego segment. The transition from a life in the military to the civilian workforce can be very challenging, especially in today’s competitive job market. To help make a successful transition, I discuss tips and a […]
The U-T San Diego recently reported on a study that found a hiring bias against unemployed people. The study had 47 human resource professionals review resumes for an imaginary marketing manager position and then rate them based on desirability of hiring. The study found that applicants who were currently employed received much higher, positive ratings […]
