Careers – Page 64 – Your Work, Your Way

Money, Freedom and Time

March 18, 2011 by candacemoody

Mark McGuinness, a creative entrepreneur, says that a creative person needs three things to be happy:

Freedom – to do what you want, when you want and how you want it. Not just in
holidays and spare time – but also doing meaningful work, in your own way.
Money – to maintain your independence and fund your creative projects. Of course you want a nice place to live, but you’re not so worried about a bigger car than the guy next door. You’d rather spend money on experiences than status symbols.
Time – to spend as you please, exploring the world and allowing your mind to wander in search of new ideas.

First Job, First Day

March 14, 2011 by candacemoody

As new graduates prepare for their first career positions after graduation, Katheryn Rivas, an English Major at the University of Texas, offers this advice to her fellow students on success.

Disclosing a Disability

February 21, 2011 by candacemoody

If you have a disability or medical condition that is not evident to an employer, you may be worried about disclosing your issue in this competitive job market. It can be tempting to maintain your privacy and hope that the condition does not affect your performance on the job.

Do I have a Disability?

February 18, 2011 by candacemoody

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, State and local government, public accommodations, commercial facilities, transportation, and telecommunications. The Act opened up opportunities for millions of Americans to access opportunities and request accommodations to be able to perform work they are otherwise qualified to do.

Over the decades, more and more conditions have been classified as disabilities, and both workers and employers are sometimes confused as to what constitutes a disability under the law.

Year-end Checkup for Your Personal Brand

February 14, 2011February 11, 2011 by candacemoody

The beginning of the calendar year is a natural time to reflect on what you’ve accomplished and what you’d rather change about yourself. Here are some questions to ask about your personal brand.

I Took the Florida Ready to Work Tests. Now What?

February 11, 2011 by candacemoody

Karyn from Fleming Island, Florida wrote to us with this question:

Q: “I took the WorkKeys assessment this week and I am wondering how this can be sent to a potential employer?”

Picking a Fight with Economists

February 7, 2011 by candacemoody

I’m not an economist. They are generally really smart people who do lots of math. They are also the people who make predictions about economic recovery. In this, they have a track record that is roughly the equivalent of mine with winning lottery numbers.

Being Discovered

January 31, 2011 by candacemoody

Jenna Fischer’s story is closer to what it takes to be “discovered” as a jobseeker today. We all hope that our resume is like Lana Turner; so gorgeous that we can just sit on a stool and someone will walk by and offer to change our life forever. But most of us would do better to follow Jenna Fischer’s path.

Connecting with People

January 21, 2011 by candacemoody

Being tuned in to other people’s emotions – and taking steps to make them feel better about themselves – will help you become more likeable. Lowndes says that people will associate you – and the memory of you – with the emotion they experienced when they met you. If you make someone uncomfortable, she’ll avoid you. Make him feel warm and appreciated, and he’ll get a warm feeling whenever he thinks about you.

Are You Ready to Meet the Future?

January 18, 2011January 18, 2011 by candacemoody

A stunning survey of workers by Monster.com shows that 98% of workers are not [completely] satisfied with their jobs and plan to look for work in 2011. Are you one of them?

If you are one of the working class who’s planning to make a break for it as soon as the economy heats up, here are some things to consider as you plan a move.