In January, we asked what the top 3 characteristics great leaders should possess. Here’s what those polled had to say:
With 18%, the top answer to the monthly poll was “Integrity and honesty,” followed by “Leads by example,” with 17%. With another 15% of the votes, readers said, “Strong communication skills,” and another 10% said, “Great listening skills.” Nine percent said, “Ability to motivate.” (more…)
February 14 is a day to celebrate love when we take the day to show and receive appreciation and admiration for our loved ones. But did you know you could also use the day to show love for your career? We want to help you with three tips to nurture your career this Valentine’s Day. (more…)
There’s been a lot of talk in the last few years about the importance of skilled trades in the economy. Most notably, the conversation reinforces the benefits of learning a skilled trade to younger people as they think about the work they want to do after school. But what exactly is a skilled trade? Why is this category receiving such focused attention and what options do trades offer for your future? (more…)
“In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.”
—Thurgood Marshall
February honors Black History Month (BHM); it’s a time to celebrate and honor Black people’s contributions, achievements, and culture in the U.S., Canada, and worldwide.
The month also draws attention to some of the more difficult historical periods Black people faced. Here are a few practical ideas for maximizing BHM at work all year round. (more…)
Many factors must be considered when determining the best candidate for a particular role. Hiring managers consider applicants’ hard skills, such as work experience and education. However, employers are just as interested, if not more, in soft skills. (more…)
We live in a post-pandemic world, and job seekers have had to adapt to a new way of job searching, including how they prepare for and participate in interviews. Since the pandemic, many companies have used virtual interviews, and Teams and Zoom interviews appear to be here to stay. (more…)
Do you have any career-related goals from last year that you still need to achieve? Now is a good time to work on them or start something new. The 24th of January was National “Just Do It” Day. It was first observed in 2015 and is a day to attempt new things or finish the task you’ve been putting off. Even though the day has past, here are some things you can do in your work-life to propel you to greater success. (more…)
