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15 Things to Avoid if You Want to Stay on Your Boss’s Good Side

Many would agree that your reputation is just as important as your ability to perform when it comes to work. No matter how well you do your job, if your boss has a poor opinion of you, it could cost you that good recommendation or big promotion. Here are 15 things

Is Texting for Business Okay? Here’s When it is, and When it Isn’t…

Texting is arguably the fastest and most convenient way to get in touch with someone. You can order food, get a taxi, and make weekend plans all with a few taps on your phone. It’s become so commonplace that it’s also becoming increasingly prevalent in business communications. But before you hit send

8 Career Mentors Every Growing Professional Should Have

A mentor is not a career fairy godmother. There’s no one with a magic wand who can build you a successful career with a swish of their wrist – that is, unless you’re a close personal friend of Oprah’s. [ad_bb1] While they can’t turn pumpkins into carriages, having a mentor can

7 Reasons Volunteering Will Help Your Career

Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do with your spare time, which is equally true of the benefits for yourself as it is for the good you’re doing for others. And yes, it’s completely OK to ask “what’s in it for me?” Volunteering can be a mutually

4 Ways to Build Strong Relationships with Your Coworkers

Building great relationships with your co-workers is one of the easiest ways to ensure success and happiness within your career and at your place of employment. Here are some tips to keep in mind when finding your place in a new job