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What You Should Never Put on a Resume

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:32:32 +0000

We know what we should put on our resume, but there are a few things you should never put on your resume. In this digital age of over sharing, your resume is your first impression, so you want to tweak it to fit exactly what the employer wants, but there are a few things employers [...]

How to Be Happier at Work

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:11 +0000

Sometimes your coworkers really make you angry. Work dropped in your lap with no notice when you’re already swamped, management not respecting your off time and personal time and not being listened to are all sure to make you angry. Here are a few ways to be happier around the office. How often do you [...]

Some Do's and Don'ts of Facebook

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:28:30 +0000

We all have a pretty basic understanding of how to use Facebook, but there are some things you should be doing and some things you should never, ever do. Facebook is great. I really like using it. It keeps me connected to my friends from childhood, to my coworkers and community. I like seeing what [...]

11 Email Fails You Don't Want to Experience

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:18:08 +0000

The internet can be a pretty tricky world to navigate, and e-mail is no exception. Cyber messaging makes most of our lives way easier, but just like any other modern day convenience, a whole load of fails are born from e-mailing. Luckily for us, many of the hilarious ones turn up online. By “fails” we [...]

Who Shouldn't I Friend on Facebook [VIDEO]

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:30:53 +0000

There are some people you should be friends with and then there are some people you shouldn’t click that add button for no matter how much they beg. Stranger Danger We all know not to talk to strangers on the street, but what about on Facebook? That’s still a big no no. A study done [...]

How to Get Fired

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:29:02 +0000

Looking to lose your job? Just by following these steps, you will earn your ticket to the unemployment line. Looking for a New Job? If you are, don’t let your current employer know. If you’re looking for a new job, do it on your own time. Being not so secretive about finding a new job [...]

Job Ad Red Flags

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:29:06 +0000

You’re perusing the want ads when you see a job you think would be just perfect, but should you apply? Here are a few things to think about when sending out those resumes. When you’re searching for jobs, it’s OK to have a wide search, but is every job worth applying for? Are You Qualified? [...]

Always Running Late? Here's How to Avoid It

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:28:44 +0000

There are some who procrastinate because they work better on deadline. Then there are those who procrastinate and don’t know why so they’re always running late. Here are a few reasons why. Are you bad with time management? I used to be this way. I was still at work at 4 in the afternoon, eleven [...]

How to Talk About Your Weaknesses

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:34:09 +0000

If you’ve ever been in a job interview, you’ve probably been asked what your biggest weakness is. Here are a few ways to calmly answer the question without getting that “deer in the headlights” look. Some of the time when you’re asked, it’s just to mess with you and see how you react, but most [...]

What Not to Say at Work

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:32:49 +0000

As we start the work week, we all know there are certain things you shouldn’t say at work that are just a given. Here are a few things not to say that maybe we don’t think about. I am guilty of this. When someone asks us to do something and we can do it, we’re [...]

5 Simple Tips to Cope If You're Stressed Out at Work

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:20:50 +0000

So, you say work has got you stressed out. There’s good news — you’re not alone. More importantly, you’re not helpless, either. There are plenty of ways you can handle the stress that comes with your job so it doesn’t gnaw at you, even when you’re off the clock. Here are a couple of tips [...]

Are You Ruining Your Career?

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:25:49 +0000

Are you unknowingly ruining your career? Check and see if you’re making these simple mistakes that may be leading to your self destruction. When you’re writing a letter or an email it’s important to check your spelling and grammar. I know a lot of people just cringe at grammar and spelling mistakes. Not using capital [...]

How to Make New Friends

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:25:14 +0000

I've never had any trouble making new friends which is odd because I can be kind of shy sometimes. Seriously. Stop laughing. But there are some that have some trouble making new friends whether its at work or within social clubs or sports teams and I stumbled on some weird things that can actually make people like you.

How to be Taken Seriously

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 14:16:14 +0000

Recently I heard a story from a friend about how she was having trouble getting coworkers to listen to her. She's pretty advanced in her career even though she's in her early 30's and hasn't been in her current position very long so, here are a few ways we women - especially younger women - can be taken seriously at our jobs.

What's Holding You Back at Work?

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 13:27:43 +0000

Can’t get promoted or having trouble gaining respect? There are a few things that may be holding you back at work. “I’d like to, but, __________” Do you use the word “but”? Managers and supervisors hate that. You’re supposed to use the word “and” whenever you can. Managers understand you can’t always do that, but [...]

Don't Make These Job Interview Mistakes

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:16:30 +0000

Have you ever been looking for a job and when that phone finally rings, you’re so excited to finally get the opportunity to show them what you’re made of. When you get to the interview, don’t make these mistakes. According to Forbes Magazine’s survey of 500 hiring managers around the country, they say that today’s [...]

How to Get Hired

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 14:01:53 +0000

You’ve heard the saying “You never get a second chance to make a first impression” and it’s true, so here are a few personality traits that employers are looking for when they’re bringing in prospective job candidates and what bosses want when they’re looking for someone to promote. Forbes Magazine conducted a survey of various [...]

How to Say No

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:25:41 +0000

Have you heard the phrase “When you want something done ask a busy person to do it?” That’s why people come to you. They know you can do it, get it done correctly and in a quick, orderly fashion. If you’re overwhelmed and can’t do it, here are a few ways to say “no” without losing your job or the respect you’ve earned.

Random Facts About Labor Day

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:47:18 +0000

It’s Labor Day. A day to honor those that bust their butts every day of the year by giving them a day off to do yard work, close up the cabin and get the kids ready for back to school. Here are a few random facts about Labor Day. Labor Day marks the sad unofficial [...]

What You Should Be Doing When You Get to Work

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:14:40 +0000

I have a touch of A.D.D. I'm the first one to admit that I am easily distracted, but for some who aren't afflicted with Squirrel Syndrome, they can still get derailed. Especially when there are so many things to do when you get to your desk, so here's what you should be doing when you get to work.