Effective Work Habits

A corporate credit card can be both a blessing and a curse. It affords you freedom when working in a travel position, but can also be the source of conflicts, confusion and headaches for you and...

When you leave a job, you may be asked to write a letter of resignation. If you're not, it's always to do so anyway. It's a good idea to address your resignation letter to your boss as well as the...

Your employees are the backbone of your company so it's important to respect them and show appreciation for their hard work. When this happens you'll have employees who are willing to go the extra...

It may seem like evaluations should be the boss's problem to be sure it is fair. While most management books and classes focus on how managers can be sure to give a fair evaluation, it is up to...

To get a raise, you must not concentrate on the promotion but on doing the best job that you can when given an assignment to perform. Your goal is the mission organization and to work your part...

Employers today want employees that are effective and productive. But sometimes it seems like productive and productivity are just business buzz words that are thrown around without any real merit...

All companies operate based on a set of defined values that guide employees and business practices. Some companies might value career development while others value recruiting top-level employees...

Dont get Layoff. Following a few basic layoff guidelines will assist employees in avoiding layoffs during these tough times.

Designing a logo for a business is a very important step for all involved. The logo is the visual identity of the company and will be used on all marketing material for the business. A creatively...

You have reached the point in your career when your job no longer gives you the satisfaction it used to. You succesffully search and find a new job, and not it is time to give your boss your...

No matter how good your company's product is, customer service can make or break a sale. Good service requires strong listening skills, flexibility, knowledge and basic manners. Advertising just...

If you're like most people, thinking about performance goals and writing about your own accomplishments is not an easy task! But if you prepare ahead of time, self-evaluation time can be...

So you landed a new job, now what? If you are nervous in starting your new job, here are some tricks that are handy to know before you show up for work on your very first day to help guarantee...

Many people are required to travel for business and, thus, are required to account for their travel expenses. While traveling on the company dime can be fun, it also must be justified. Companies...

After company layoffs, many survivors are required to cope with unanticipated demands as a result of additional work that was previously performed by former co-workers. In many cases, the...

Being the world's best boss isn't rocket science. It entails knowing what motivates people and being down-to-earth.

Imagine working for Macy’s, now imagine working for McDonalds. Your clothes, your attitude, your experiences, and the measurements of your success and failure will probably be very different. What...

Sometimes it is an enormous challenge to wake up and face your work day especially when you have to deal with a difficult boss. Work is often challenging enough just because it is taxing both...

Looking for a big promotion at work? Whether you're a seasoned veteran with a company or more importantly if you're the new person in the office there are some very easy steps you can follow in...

We all know what a brand is. Whether its beer, a car, or a maker of industrial chemicals, each company's brand helps define the company in the market place. As managers and employees, we are...

In today's economy, standing out is more important than ever. This ehow is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to gain a competitive edge against others in your field. If you follow these...

Unless you are working for family, your first month on the job is the most uncomfortable and awkward month, but it can also be the most welcoming and friendly month depending on the company that...

Although you may be entitled or even guaranteed maternity leave, you often do need to ask for it. Asking for it in the right way can help protect your job, status in the company, and supervisor's...

How do you keep your job when the economy tanks? Here are some simple ways to help make you "un-fireable"

Today the number of people being laid off of their jobs is astounding. The unemployment rate among college-educated workers has jumped 41% over the past year, with layoffs only expected to...

Times are hard and many people are losing their jobs, with more to come if the news is any indication. Is it any wonder people are worried? If you think your job is in danger, this article focuses...

With so many people losing their jobs it's of the utmost importance that we endeavor to do our utmost to keep our jobs.

More and more people are getting laid off and losing their jobs. If you take a look around you don't have to look far to find someone that's unemployed or in fear of not having a job. There are no...

At this time with the high number of job layoffs that are taking place in our country right now, it is important to maintain a good image while at your job. Being popular at work is a good way...

So you find yourself wanting a promotion, or wanting to guarantee you will keep your job. However, you find it hard to stand out from the crowd. These tips will help you become a better and more...

Do you want to learn how to motivate your employees, cultivate their creativity, or maybe get them to just show up on time. This article will show you how.Introducing new elements to create a...

Promotion is not difficult - it takes little more than doing your job with dedication and a little extra effort. Add some extracurricular activities and you will get noticed.

In the current economy, sales jobs are plentiful but can be extremely difficult. Many of these positions require you, the sales rep to find your own leads. This is a quick "How to" to...

Everyone has called a company and had a frustrating experience dealing with customer service. The goal is to create a professional and positive encounter that generates business for your company...

Being a good employee takes a lot of effort, but the rewards are worth it. When you are seen as a good employee, you garner respect from your colleagues, as well as your boss. With this, you are...

Inter-company memos are informative documents prepared to inform and educate employees in various positions about company policies, updates or changes, or to provide reminders about existing...

These are uncertain economic times. Is your job safe? Could it be with a little more effort? It certainly couldn't hurt to try. Are you ready to make yourself indispensable at work? Here are a...

Even if the economy is in a tailspin—it's still possible to hang on to your job. Not everyone will lose their job during an economic crisis—but everyone can put their best food forward to ensure...

Twitter.com has become the new and popular place to network, and it's right to the point. No comments, no glitter, no slow-to-load pages full of photo slide shows or adding music either....

The problem with being in the public eye is that those who usually have the freedom to say whatever they want to say, no matter how careless or naive it may be, are scrutinized much harder than...

So you are in a position of authority and you have staff looking to you for leadership, forward progress, and a morale boost. No pressure! First, give yourself a pat on the back because your...

The job market may not offer the same type of job security that people once took for granted, but there are still ways to remain employed. And you'll have little to fear from recessions, changing...

You should place advance your career on the top of the priority list. In today's world, there are a lot of competitions within your company for promotion. You must work hard to achieve the...

Once you landed a job either a direct hire or a temp assignment, it does not automatically mean that you can relax and slack off. On a temp assignment, if you do a good job you can probably get a...

Ascending the corporate ladder takes more than just working longer, harder and smarter. To reach the higher rungs, you must take strategic steps to be noticed - and valued - so someone at the top...

A companie's best asset is its customer service staff.

Do you feel that you should be rewarded as a well respected employee, because of what you have to offer or bring to the table? Does your boss know who you are? or anyone else in the company? Keep...

By joining her father in running Fidelity Investments, a financial investment firm, Abigail Johnson has become one of the richest women in the world. Johnson slowly became one of the largest...

Things to do when working overnight when there are no patrols, checks,etc. to keep you busy and awake.

Whether we are at work or at home, we all find jokes in our email in boxes. These can be about a wide range of topics and can be spam or passed on from friends and co-workers. Some of them are...