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How Side Quests at Work Improve Productivity and Employee Retention

What are “side quests” at work? A “side quest” is a term borrowed from video games, where it means a smaller mission or activity done alongside the main task. At work, a side ques...

How to Make a Successful Career Switch

Whether you're considering transitioning into a remote job or seeking out new growth opportunities, there are several strategies you can use to make the process smoother. Here's how to make a successful career switch and expl...

America’s Best Employers For Company Culture 2025

Many Americans work in places where the culture feels toxic and unpleasant each day. This kind of negative workplace environment makes employees unhappy and less productive, and it also hurts the company since more people ...

Nail Your Interview: The Secret Weapon You Need to Land the Job

Imagine you've aced every question in your job interview, your responses were stellar, and you've built a great rapport with the interviewer. But then comes the dreaded closing pitch - that make-or-break ...

Workforce Development Career Paths for the Fourth Quarter of 2020

If you're unemployed and your benefits are about to decrease or you fear eviction and wonder what's next, try a new career path available from those working at home. The office is closed for the saf...

How Part-time Work Affects Retirees' Savings, Social Security, and Medicare

More and more Americans are deciding to work part-time jobs even after they retire. The reasons can be different for everyone. Some people might want extra money, others might enjoy the routine, or ...

How To Leave A Stressful Job With A Supportive Boss

Leaving a job is never easy, especially when you're fortunate enough to have a supportive boss in a stressful work environment. A Washington Post article titled "Work Advice: My boss is the one good thing about my...

The Secret Weapon in Salary Talks: Staying Cool

Negotiating a salary can make even the most experienced people feel nervous. But here’s a secret: staying cool and collected isn’t just helpful, it’s a game-changer. Being calm, clear, and strategic not on...

6 Tips for Microshifters as the Trend Grows at Work

Today, the way we work is changing fast. More people, especially from Generation Z, are moving away from the traditional 9-to-5 job schedule. Instead, they are embracing “microshifting.” Microshifting means ...