Bulletin Board from Creators Syndicate

Tips to Deal With Difficult Bosses for 07/13/2011

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0700

With the recent release of the movie "Horrible Bosses," how many employees empathize with the movie's miserable workers? A boss can make or break a company's environment. And according to a survey by OfficeTeam, a staffing service that questioned 441 employees, many workers are frustrated with their company's upper management.

The survey found that 46 percent of respondents hav ...

Updated: Wed Jul 13, 2011

Personal Attributes Could be Hurting Your Chances For a Promotion for 07/06/2011

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Are you wondering why a promotion hasn't come your way? You have arrived to the office on time, done your work and showed interest in advancing your career. Well, your personal appearance could be playing a part. These features might be making you look less appealing for a promotion.

According to a CareerBuilder survey that questioned 2,878 hiring managers, there are certain factors that ...

Updated: Wed Jul 06, 2011

Employee Perks are Beneficial to Companies for 06/30/2011

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700

The economic recovery has many positives for those in the working world. It means more opportunities and options for career growth. But companies may be faced with the challenge of trying to keep their top performers. As the economy improves, these workers may look to other positions with better perks and pay.

What can employers do to retain their top talent? According to a survey by Cha ...

Updated: Thu Jun 30, 2011

A Promotion Doesn't Automatically Include a Salary Raise for 06/20/2011

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700

If you are hoping for that big raise with your next promotion, it might not happen. At least, that's the case when it comes to the survey results from OfficeTeam, a staffing service. Although 63 percent of hiring managers say that their company does provide a salary increase with a promotion, 22 percent of managers admit that it is at least somewhat common for workers to receive no money with a ...

Updated: Mon Jun 20, 2011

Tips for Negotiating Salary for 06/17/2011

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700

As a job seeker in this economy, it can be a challenge competing against all the candidates in your industry. When you do find a position that suits your needs, the next step is negotiating salary. What is the best way to go about it without taking too low of a salary but not going too high that the employer chooses another candidate?

Bill Humbert, author of "RecruiterGuy's Guide to ...

Updated: Fri Jun 17, 2011

Employees Need to Take a Break This Summer to Avoid Burnout for 06/10/2011

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0700

With the official start of summer around the corner, employees should look forward to taking a break and enjoying some free time. Even if it means staying home for a staycation, workers need to step away from the office for some rest and relaxation.

But according to a CareerBuilder survey that questioned more than 5,600 employees, many workers unfortunately can't take vacation this summe ...

Updated: Fri Jun 10, 2011

Tips for Finding a Summer Job for 05/31/2011

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700

With the beginning of summer right around the corner, it is time to figure out where to look for summer employment. Strong competition continues for this year's summer job market, but 21 percent of employers plan to bring seasonal workers to their teams, according to a CareerBuilder survey that questioned at least 2,800 hiring managers. And of these employers, 57 percent of respondents will thi ...

Updated: Tue May 31, 2011

Layoff Survivors Need to Remain Motivated for 05/27/2011

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Editor's Note: The Bulletin Board column is not available this week. The following column originally was published in March 2009.

During company layoffs, even those who maintain their jobs can experience stress and discouragement. Those remaining workers will have to handle bigger workloads and continue to stay positive amid the worry that they could be in the next round of downs ...

Updated: Fri May 27, 2011

First-Time Job Seekers Must Network to Stay Afloat in Job Market for 05/20/2011

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700

It's that time of year when college students receive their diplomas and get ready to enter the real world. Once the celebrations are over, what is the next step for college grads? Maribeth Kuzmeski, founder of Red Zone Marketing and a business author, recommends that grads start their job search immediately in order to find a full-time position. They will be entering the job market and competin ...

Updated: Fri May 20, 2011

How to Improve Your Health in the Workplace for 05/16/2011

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700

How would you describe your daily food choices at work? Do you tend to reach for a candy bar instead of an apple? It is easy to snack all day when sitting and staring at the computer screen. Sweets and fatty foods may feel comforting when dealing with a stressful office environment, but you don't want to develop unhealthy eating habits. And sitting in a chair all day isn't helping that expandin ...

Updated: Mon May 16, 2011

Stand Out in the Right Way With Social Networking for 04/30/2011

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Social networking sites are not only used to stay in touch with friends and family but also great tools to help job seekers search for the perfect job. With profiles on Facebook and LinkedIn, for example, job candidates can present themselves in a positive light. It is easy to create a bigger contact list and connect with others in your industry all around the world.

"Social network ...

Updated: Sat Apr 30, 2011

Internet Isn't the Only Answer to Finding Jobs for 04/29/2011

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Editor's Note: The Bulletin Board column is not available this week. The following column originally was published in August 2008.

Online job sites shouldn't be the only tools used during the job search process. As the economic downturn decreased the number of positions, many job candidates turned to the Internet as their solution to unemployment. The large number of online job s ...

Updated: Fri Apr 29, 2011

How a Clean Working Area Can Benefit Your Professionalism for 04/15/2011

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Do you consider your office messy? Your idea of neat and tidy could be completely different than how your manager views cleanliness. If your colleagues walk by your office with a disgusted look on their faces, it is probably time to clean. That old food is starting to smell.

Most likely, organized clutter doesn't mean a tidy appearance. You may want to take a second look at your desk. Ca ...

Updated: Fri Apr 15, 2011

Find the Time to Have a Workplace Conversation Rather Than Email or Text for 04/07/2011

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700

When was the last time you had a quality conversation? I am referring to a conversation that doesn't involve texting language says as "lol" or "brb" or "ttyl." With the dominance of social media and technology, the art of conversation has lost its power. But Maribeth Kuzmeski, author of "The Connectors: How the World's Most Successful Businesspeople Build Rela ...

Updated: Thu Apr 07, 2011

Online Profiles Could Replace Resumes in the Future for 03/31/2011

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0700

When on the job hunt, the resume has always been an essential source of information. It contains your education, past working experience and other abilities that make you a perfect candidate for a position. With the new age of online profiles and social media, a change may be coming sometime soon.

Do you believe that online profiles will eventually replace resumes? When I say online prof ...

Updated: Thu Mar 31, 2011

Be Aware of Certain Blocking Programs for 03/24/2011

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Editor's Note: The Bulletin Board column is not available this week. The following column originally was published in September 2008.

Internet blocking software is meant to improve productivity in the workplace. But some programs actually prevent access to certain sites that are needed to complete an assignment; this can cause frustration among employees.

BeAware Corporate ...

Updated: Thu Mar 24, 2011

Keep March Madness Viewership Under Control While in the Workplace for 03/11/2011

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Workplace distractions will most likely be on the rise during the next few weeks. With the arrival of the March Madness tournament, employees may choose watching basketball and checking scores over finishing their work assignments. With more access to the games via smart phones, the NCAA men's basketball championship could weaken company productivity during the three-week tournament.

Cha ...

Updated: Fri Mar 11, 2011

Excuses for Showing up Late at the Office for 02/28/2011

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800

How often do you run in the door as the minute hand ticks further away from your supposed starting time? You try to sneak past the manager's office as you slip into your desk chair. Hopefully, no one noticed that you are 15 minutes late.

Being late to work is a common occurrence for workers, but it seems that workers are trying to start a new habit of arriving on time. The recession may ...

Updated: Mon Feb 28, 2011

Website Appeals to Passive Job Candidates for 02/23/2011

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Editor's Note: The Bulletin Board column is not available this week. The following column originally was published in July 2008.

A new website brings good news to those job-seekers hoping to remain anonymous during the job search process. QuietHire.com protects candidates' identities; they don't have to post a resume or reveal any personal information.

"QuietHire.com ...

Updated: Wed Feb 23, 2011

Dating Becomes More Common in the Workplace for 02/14/2011

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800

With the celebration of love on Valentine's Day, one may wonder if there is a common place to find romance. It seems love is in the air in the workplace. Since you spend a majority of the week in your office, why not look for companionship among your co-workers? Yes, it may be awkward if the relationship doesn't work out, but that hasn't stopped many workers from workplace dating.

Forty ...

Updated: Mon Feb 14, 2011