Like most other working professionals, I spend a great deal of my time in my workplace. This is because I work in a demanding field and I want to ensure that my position is secure in the present, competitive job market. My career is certainly an important part of my life. However, my career and […]

The loss of a job in these tumultuous economic times can be pretty scary. But being free from your job can also motivate you to finally do what you’ve always wanted to do. Being laid off could be your golden opportunity to change your life for the better. But how do you move past the […]

An individual development plan (IDP) is a structured professional development plan created to support an employee’s growth within an organization. The employee and their manager work together to outline the employee’s career goals and identify specific actions (such as training or stretch assignments), timelines (such as quarterly check-ins), and resources (such as mentors or educational […]

Working against a deadline helps me to buckle down and move quickly. It allows me to concentrate on what is important. I give the task at hand my undivided attention when I am tied to a timeline. My work responsibilities keep me on my toes because my employer sets targets. I use those targets to […]

If you’re looking for a job for the first time or you’d like to switch careers, you may be wondering where your talents lie. The one thing you know is that you want to find a job that you enjoy, but how can you tell what you would be good at before you get the […]