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How to find out what you’re worth at work

Have you ever had the suspicion that you’re not being paid exactly what you’re worth? A lot of people have, but how can you know for sure? How can you assign a dollar amount to your value? Is it even possible? The short answer is “yes.”…

Use these 8 words to describe yourself during a job interview

You know you're going to be asked about yourself in a job interview, so don't get caught tongue-tied. It's smart to have a small collection of adjectives that describe you well and show you off in your best light—bonus points if they aren't…

How to answer “Walk me through your resume” in a job interview

You’re all excited for your interview and then you get the dreaded question. “Walk me through your resume,” the interviewer says. “Walk through it yourself!” you think. “Can’t you read?” We kid—of course, you can only think…

How to become a substitute teacher

Substitute teachers are the pinch hitters of the education world: they step in when needed and help keep the game running smoothly. These educators are key to making sure that the school day continues on even when the regular classroom teacher…

How to become a production worker

As a consumer society, we own—and keep acquiring—more and more stuff. Much of that stuff is made all around the world, but many products are still produced here in the United States. Although the industry has obviously evolved since the…

The dos and don’ts when using social media as a health care professional

If you're in the health care industry, social media can be a powerful tool both personally and professionally. But in order to get the most out of it, you have to take care with whatever you post—no matter how small. Anything you say on public…

Make a professional impression as an introvert

These days, simply showing up to work and doing a good job is unfortunately not enough to succeed in the work world. If you want to build a successful career, it's important to create a personal brand that defines you professionally. Then, you…

4 ways your job can impact your health

It's one thing to dislike your job, but it's another if it's making you sick. If you've been feeling physically and mentally worn down lately and can't seem to shake it, maybe it's time to take a hard look at your work life to see if it's the…

8 steps to managing your time effectively as an admin assistant

If you’re an administrative assistant, chances are good that you're supposed to rock at everything related to "time management." This vital job skill might not come naturally to you, but it is something you can learn (and become great at)…

How to become a Class A driver

So you’re thinking about hitting the open road as a professional Class A driver. And why not? Logistics careers are hot right now, and truck drivers are a key element to getting goods across the country fast. (Those Amazon boxes don’t move…