Jacquelyn Smith
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Avoid saying these 33 things to your boss — use these alternatives instead
Many of these sentiments aren't outright forbidden, but they should be phrased carefully. Here's what you should do or say instead. → Read More
Here are 8 things you should always include in your resume, according to experts
Even if you get creative with it or choose to include more information, every resume still needs the same basic elements, like metrics and keywords. → Read More
Here's what job seekers can learn from Tom Brady's post-college résumé
Would Tom Brady's pre-NFL résumé have landed him a job? Experts say expectations for résumé s today are at an all-time high. → Read More
15 things you should never say during a job interview
From lying to asking too-personal questions, these interview faux pas could automatically disqualify you from getting the job. → Read More
18 high-paying jobs for people who thrive under pressure [ARTICLE]
Some people crack under pressure, while others thrive in stressful situations. If you happen to fall into the latter category, you may want to consider a career as a urologist or an agent. → Read More
The 50 most common job interview questions
These are the most commonly asked interview questions you should always be prepared to answer. → Read More
14 things successful people do right before bed
These bedtime routines are a key to a good night's sleep and a more productive day ahead. → Read More
12 things you say that can immediately disqualify you in a job interview
This is not the time to flirt, lie, or ask what the company does. → Read More
My office romance turned into a marriage — here are 15 rules for dating a coworker
It's fine to strike up an office romance — so long as you follow the rules. → Read More
28 foods you shouldn't eat at your desk
If you’re one of those people who eats at your desk (guilty!), it’s important that you be mindful of what you’re consuming. Not only do you want to stick to foods that will minimise blood sugar swings and optimise brainpower and mental focus — but you’ll also want to think about whether what you’re eating is in any way offensive to those who sit around you … especially if you sit in an open… → Read More
21 Job Interview Questions Designed to Trick You
Sometimes, interview questions can be tricky or confusing. → Read More
Digital Nomad Adventure—Video 4: Why It's Important for Flex Workers to Have a 'Done List'
In this video—the fourth in a 52-part series—Jason talks about the concept of having a "done list." Similar to having a to-do list, a done list keeps track of what you've completed and can come in handy when talking with your employer when you work remotely. → Read More
Digital Nomad Adventure—Video 2: Learning How to Be Flexible as a Digital Nomad
In this video—the second in a 52-part series—Jason explains how he’s learning to be flexible as a digital nomad; the importance of planning out travel while working from the road in order to reduce stress; and how he’s dealt with a few small setbacks! → Read More
8 questions to ask yourself before you start dating a coworker
We’ve all seen, experienced, or thought about office romances. Some say they’re a terrible idea (people might gossip, or things can get awkward at work if the relationship goes sour) — while others believe they make perfect sense (you’re with these people eight hours a day, and you know you have at least one thing in common). But what’s the real deal with interoffice dating? Lynn Taylor, a… → Read More
18 annoying buzzwords you need to stop using at work
We all know business jargon is obnoxious. Yet, so many of us continue to use (and abuse) annoying buzzwords and clichés. Darlene Price, president of Well Said, Inc., previously told Business Insider that most business language clichés were once a fresh, creative way of expressing a popular thought or common idea. “But because of long, excessive use, each phrase has lost its originality, impact,… → Read More
14 signs you're secretly the boss' favourite
Favoritism is alive and well in the workplace. “Given the complexities involved in relationships at work and the myriad of factors that determine how much we like someone or respect their talents, it’s simply human nature that we are going to, no matter how subtly, and despite our best intentions, play favourites,” says Michael Kerr, an international business speaker and author of “The Humour… → Read More
17 email-etiquette rules every professional should know
US employees spend, on average, about a quarter... → Read More
The 5 easiest ways to instantly ruin a job interview
As a kid, lying could cost you dessert or TV time. As an adult, it can cost you a relationship or a job. In a new survey from CareerBuilder, conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of the jobs site, more than 2,500 hiring managers and employers shared the five things they consider “instant deal breakers” in an interview. Not surprisingly, lying ranked No. 1. Sometimes when we’re nervous,… → Read More
17 things you should never say on your first day at work
As it turns out, what you say during your first... → Read More
28 brilliant questions to ask at the end of every job interview
It’s important to remember that every interview is a two-way street. You should be assessing the employer just as much as they’re assessing you because you both need to walk away convinced that the job would be a great fit. So when the tables are turned and the interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions for me?” take advantage of this opportunity. It’s the best way to determine if you’d be… → Read More