Everyone makes mistakes on the job. Everyone. From the president, to your manager, to your colleagues, to you — we all make mistakes. The key to making mistakes “successfully” is to own up to them as soon as you know — either on your own or by someone telling you — that a mistake has… Read more »
Posts Tagged: career success
How and Why to Update Your Résumé, Even if You’re Not Looking for a New Job
Your résumé is your calling card when it comes to seeking employment, it not only lets potential employers know what kind of skills and experience you have, it also allows you to show off some of your more standout moments, professionally-speaking. It is always a good idea to stay prepared to find a new position,… Read more »
How to Land a Promotion Quicker
Most employees have certain aspirations within their office environment, many of which are centered on moving up in the workplace hierarchy. Promotions are the cornerstone of an employee’s performance and are the driving force behind attempts to do well in every aspect of their job. In most instances, landing a promotion takes time, but there… Read more »
The Right Way to Supply Employee Feedback
Are you a manager at your place of employment? That still makes you an employee. As an employee, do you want to fail at your job? No? Well, neither do most employees. To help your subordinates succeed at their jobs, it’s vital that you supply them with effective, regular feedback. It’s unwise to hope a… Read more »
Effective Problem Solving as a Manager
If you are now, or if you hope to become a manager someday, you’ll need to be a good at problem solving. After all, solving problems is a big part of a manager’s day-to-day work life. So, to help you become better at solving problems, we present the following tips: 1) When starting to tackle… Read more »
The Difference Between a Leader and a Manager: Becoming a Leader
What is the difference between a manager and a leader? They may appear to be the same thing on the surface, but there are crucial differences. The core difference is the way they motivate people to follow them. Managers, by definition, have people who work under them. Their authority comes from an external source –… Read more »
