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How to Stop Office Drama with Just Four Words
Office drama can spread like a wildfire, feeding on the emotional reactions it gets. The more people react to the drama, the bigger it grows. Dramatic people tend to exaggerate problems, making small issues seem like ...
Don't Quit in Anger: Four Smarter Moves to Protect Your Career
Feeling like you can't take one more minute at your job? Before you quit in a huff, consider this: quitting in anger might give you instant relief, but it often leads to regret. In fact, a study by Sky...
Deciding to Quit: A Guide to Making the Right Move and Finding Your Next Opportunity
Thinking about quitting your job but don't have another one waiting for you? It's a big step that needs careful thought. Sometimes, the reasons to leave are strong enough, and it he...
What to Do Before You Quit Your Job
People leave their jobs due to various reasons. Your boss or co-workers may be toxic, the current workplace may trigger health conditions, you want to try something new, or you may simply want to relocate to a new town and change care...
The Risks of AI-Created Job Seekers
In today’s job market, not all applicants are real people. Some companies have started noticing a strange trend: candidates that seem perfect on paper but are actually created by artificial intelligence (AI). Imagine a company in...
Job Market Momentum Slows - What It Means for Your Career
The job market, which has been red-hot for months, showed signs of cooling down in October according to the latest jobs report. Employers added 150,000 jobs last month - a solid number, but noticeably fewer than in...
Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines
In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...
Applying for a Job In-Person: A Step-by-Step Guide
Right now, we are living in an era dominated by digital technology. Online applications are prevalent; however, the traditional approach of walking in and applying for a job in person can still be quite effective. Walk-i...
Why Is Office Politics So Annoying? Here's How to Deal With It
Almost everyone who works in an office will face office politics at some point. It’s those invisible yet impactful dynamics that influence who gets ahead and whose ideas get noticed. According to ...