Free Career Advice Blog

3 ways millennials will change your business
Last year, millennials surpassed Generation X in the workplace. Today, in the U.S., one in three workers is a millennial, someone between the ages of

6 leadership styles that are crushing workers’ enthusiasm
Crushing work environments drain people of the energy and enthusiasm needed to do great work. Such environments infect the whole workplace, and what’s worse, they

4 tips on succeeding in a flexible work environment
It wasn’t that long ago when “going to work” always meant the same thing: traveling to the same place, at the same time, on the

4 ways for women to break into the tech industry
Macho tech culture may be driving women away, but if tech is your passion, it’s time to take a stand. The technology industry is suffering

5 tips for working with freelancers
The life of a freelancer is compelling to many. Be your own boss, travel freely, and work whenever you want. So it’s not surprising that

Is it OK to text your boss that you’re too sick to work?
Would you rather text your boss instead of calling when you’re feeling under the weather? Well, you’re not alone. In his new book Texting in

Working remotely isn’t right for everyone
In recent years, working remotely has become more common in workplaces across the country. Technological advancements, such as web conferencing, softphone technology, and cloud computing

Try before you hire: The temp-to-hire strategy
Putting together a team whose values and work preferences align with those of the company is critical to any company’s success. But how can you

4 steps for productive disruption
Whether you are a leader looking to advance in your organization, an owner trying to jump-start innovation, or an individual seeking something new, getting started