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8 things a great boss does for you

In the working world, bosses usually fall into one of three categories: bad bosses, good bosses, and bosses that are just okay. You've likely had one of these so far in your career. And then, once in a blue moon comes along a great boss—one…

Use LinkedIn to network and find a job

Gone are the days of deciding that an online presence is "just not for you" when it comes to the job hunt. If you're actively look for a job, it's hard to be taken seriously if you don't have a professional footprint—or if you have a weak…

6 steps to turning a work buddy into a real-life friend

Most people have two social groups in their lives: the people you hang out with all day, every day, because you have to (coworkers) and the people you hang out with by choice when you find the free time (friends). Lots of people keep these spheres…

6 successful ways to start your workday

Do you have a hard time hitting the desk running, so to speak, on any given work day? Try following some of these strategies to jumpstart your work mornings and make yourself more productive and engaged from the get-go. 1. Establish a pre-work…

Here’s why chasing happiness won’t make you happy

This country was founded partially on the “pursuit of happiness,” a goal that many people still strive toward on a daily basis. In fact, it seems that people seek constant joy even when they aren’t sure what happiness looks like for their…

These famous people failed at first, then found success

Ever get discouraged because you feel like nothing's going your way? Or maybe you've been at it for a few years and just feel that you aren’t where you should—or want to—be. Chances are, you're being too hard on yourself and not allowing…

Here’s why having hobbies outside of work is key to your professional success

"Work-life balance" is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, and for good reason—you don't want to work too hard, but you want to work hard enough to make a good living and gain a sense of fulfillment. When people talk about this ideal balance,…

6 career risks you should definitely take if you want to be successful

You've probably heard stories about people who have found career success by taking crazy leaps of faith. These days, playing it totally safe isn't necessarily the way to reach the goals you hope to attain. While you certainly shouldn't be reckless…

10 of the biggest challenges for administrative assistants on the job

Administrative assistants are often the unsung heroes of the workplace. They are the ones who keep the office running smoothly or the boss happy and well prepared to do her or his job. They can multitask, possess multiple skills, and must face…

How to stop comparing yourself to others

How much of your day do you spend obsessively comparing yourself to your friends or colleagues? Your best friend from college makes more money than you do, even though she's been at her job for less time. Your cubicle mate always gets complimented…