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5 perks job seekers should think about (beyond money)
For many professionals, startup hubs like San Francisco and Seattle are job-hunting nirvana. The “Big Guys” like Facebook and Google keep growing, and the stream

Why do so many people hate their jobs?
A recent Gallup poll shows that 30 percent of our U.S. workers are engaged with their jobs, another 50 percent are “non-engaged,” and an astonishing

My boss is evil (and 10 other career excuses)
Why do so many hard-working employees suddenly turn evil — horns, pitchfork and all — the day they become a manager? Oh, I know: Because

Thinking about a career change? Here’s what to consider
When considering your next career change, remember that your résumé doesn’t define you: You aren’t required to look for a job in your current industry

2015 Catapult Your Career Success Summit
I’ve got exciting news to share with you… If you’re sick and tired of struggling to make a bigger impact in your career, accomplish more

How to Handle Inappropriate Attire
I’m a manager of a large team of customer service representatives. What’s the best way to address issues with inappropriate attire? If one of my

What To Do After You’ve Been Fired
I know it doesn’t help to hear, but you’re in good company: Many professionals face this same obstacle every day. It’s your perfect storm and

How to Take Control of Your Career Path
I talk to job-seeking clients every day, and I always hear the same refrain: “My career is stuck.” It comes in many different forms: “I

What a Hiring Manager Looks for in a Résumé
As a hiring manager, I always checked an applicant’s résumé for familiar company names. My bias is “the bigger, the better.” Recognizable company names add