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Identify Your Productivity Powerhouse: What Is Your Work Style?

Career Development, On the Job

Some of us work independently, others enjoy a fast paced environment. Discover your personal work style to foster better communication, promote teamwork.
split image of desks for different work style personalities

Career Development, On the Job

Identify Your Productivity Powerhouse: What Is Your Work Style?

Some of us work independently, others enjoy a fast paced environment. Discover your personal work style to foster better communication, promote teamwork.
Two transportation workers walking through a container yard with a plane in the sky.

Industries, Job Search

Career Spotlight: Transportation and Logistics Jobs

Jobs abound in the broad field of transportation and logistics. Learn about key roles, the job market outlook, qualifications, and potential career paths.
A woman and man shaking hands during a mock interview

Job Search

The Mock Interview: Tips for your Next Job

Wow the interviewer. Conduct mock interviews before the real thing. Discover the latest AI tools, answer tough questions,  tell engaging stories, and . . .
nurse practitioner NP high fiving a young male patient sitting with his father

Career Development

Career Spotlight: Nurse Practitioner

An alternative to becoming a doctor, learn the steps and role of a nurse practitioner. 2024’s No. 1 U.S. job due to a high salary and low unemployment rate.
Woman interviewing for job, firm handshake with interviewer

Job Search

Interview Etiquette: Tips for Career Success

Master the art of interview etiquette. Tips on how to dress appropriately, communicate and follow-up afterward for success in getting hired.
multiple job offers deciding which to accept - man with arrows showing 2 paths for next move

Career Development, Job Search

Decide with Confidence: How to Handle Multiple Job Offers

Facing multiple job offers? Our guide helps you evaluate, negotiate, and choose wisely, ensuring your decision aligns with your career goals.
MTC field staff using geotechnical equipment for an environmental assessment

Career Development, Industries, Job Search

Career Spotlight:
Geotechnical Engineering

Experience a typical geotechnical engineer workday, a career with one of the highest growth rates. Learn the skills, education, and interests to succeed.
Woman holding coffee and listening to music to relax before a virtual interview

Job Search

Top Strategies to Calm Nerves Before an Interview: Your Ultimate Guide for Confidence

From research and preparation to mindfulness and visualization, these tips will make you confident and excited to embark on your next career opportunity.
HR manager performing video job interview

Job Search

Mastering Video Interviews: Essential Tips for Success

Body language, computer setup, and ensuring a smooth wifi connection are must-have career advice tips to land your dream job. Don’t let poor audio or …
staff working for charity forming heart with hands

Career Development

Careers Working for Charity: Find Your Calling in the Nonprofit World

Use your talent, experience fulfillment, and earn a decent salary with a non-profit job. This post is jam-packed with advice, resources, and . . .
Woman thinking about career growth and work-life balance

Career Development, On the Job

Top Flexible Employers: Companies Leading the Way in Work-Life Balance

Learn which employers prioritize flexible work arrangements, its key benefits, types of technology support, and tips to find jobs that . . .
Man with laptop taking notes about felon friendly jobs

Job Search

Top Second-Chance Careers: Finding a Job with a Felony

A career guide for felons, get a second chance. Navigate the job market with felon-friendly industries and job resources for people with a criminal record.
late night coffee illustration representing night work

On the Job

Mastering Different Shift Schedules: Strategies, Health Management for Today’s Workers

A shift scheduling guide to help you achieve balance. Strategies for a healthy, productive life in any shift: night shifts, rotating schedules, split shifts.
An employee raising his hand to ask a question.

Job Search

Working with Job Agencies Employee FAQ

Get answers to your most often-asked questions about working a temp job through an employment agency.

Job Search

Employee Benefits at Staffing Agencies

A quality staffing company offers benefits like personal protection equipment, transportation assistance, and insurance.
A man shaking hands with his boss after getting a raise.

On the Job

How to Ask for a Raise at Work: Our Best Tips

Don’t be nervous about asking for a raise. Doing your research and proving your future value to the company will show your boss you deserve a pay increase.
scraping an icy car window

On the Job

Winter and the Job Commute

Whether you walk, take the bus, or drive to work, winter and the job commute can be less stressful or even prevented. See top tips for employers and employees.
increasing cost of living

On the Job

How to save money and beat the high cost of living

Have you ever felt like it’s tough to get ahead when prices keep going up on the things you buy every day? You’re not alone.
Second shift factory worker.

Career Development, On the Job

Working 2nd Shift with a Family

Working 2nd shift with a family presents real challenges. Review the benefits and drawbacks, and learn tips how to balance 2nd shift with your family life.
overheated factory worker

On the Job

Beating the Heat at Work

Working in hot summer heat can be uncomfortable, exhausting, and dangerous. Learn practical tips to stay cool and beating the heat at work.
illustration of desktop with a magnifying glass over jobs section in newspaper

Job Search

Why Find a Temp Job through a Staffing Agency?

There are so many reasons to start with a temp job through a staffing agency before committing to direct employment. Flexibility, the right fit, more choices, more money!