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5 Things Employees Do That Really Annoy Bosses

Kathy Landin — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:26:38 +0000

Sure, we all get annoyed at the boss from time to time, but keep in mind that that frustration can go both ways. If you want to excel at work, get promotions, get raises, have good things happen to you and such, take a look at these five things that really annoy bosses and don’t do them:

Cake Resignation Letter Is the Best Way to Quit a Job

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:11:32 +0000

Just about everyone has dreamt about quitting a job in a grand fashion. Not only was Chris Holmes able to pull off a splashy exit from his nine-to-five as a border control agent at London's Stansted Airport, but he was able to do so in a way that should drum up some business for his new endeavor.

When Switching Jobs, Remember These 5 Things

Kathy Landin — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:08:42 +0000

The job market is pretty tight right now, so most days you’re probably thankful just to have a job that pays. But somewhere down the road that may not be enough. You may find yourself looking for a new position, even as you continue to hold down your current one. There are certain things you should keep in mind when that time comes.

New Survey Reveals Employees Can't Help But Check In with Work While on Vacation

Mike Adams — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:00:53 +0000

While a break away from the daily grind should be all about kicking back and relaxing, a new survey suggests that most hardworking Americans do not seem to understand the concept of a vacation. In fact, nearly 60 percent of working class citizens reported that they are not relieved from work stress while they are [...]

Could a Video Resume Be Your Ticket to a New Job?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 21:00:40 +0000

If you’re having trouble finding a job, maybe it’s your resume. And that could mean it’s time to take drastic measures — like ditching the standard format and trying a video resume instead. Last summer, Matthew Epstein, a 2008 graduate of the University of Central Florida, wanted a marketing job at Google, but since it’s [...]

How Many Americans Work More Than 40 Hours Per Week?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 23:20:13 +0000

The eight-hour workday is fairly standard in the United States, and June 19 marks the 100th anniversary of it becoming law for federal workers back in 1912.

Private companies began to follow suit four years later, but these days, working only eight hours a day sometimes seems downright quaint.

Find Out What Job Buzzwords Like 'Detail-Oriented' and 'Team Player' Really Mean

Maura Chwastyk — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 23:00:15 +0000

At some point you’ve probably held a job that turned out to be unpleasantly different than you thought. As it turns out, though, the warning signs of what positions really entail might actually be right in the job postings. Those seemingly meaningless buzzwords used in ads might be the key to avoiding workplace bait and switch in [...]

Is Money Really the Most Important Part of a Job?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:00:33 +0000

The second annual Simply Hired Job Seeker Survey reveals that when it comes to our jobs, some things truly are more important than money.

Want A New Job? We Found Some That May Interest You

Mix 93-1 — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:51:46 +0000

Outgoing person wanted: If you’re into matchmaking and getting yourself into awkward situations, a desperate guy needs your help. A single fella in State College, Pennsylvania is looking for an outgoing person to scope out bars and other public places to find him a lady friend. The poor guy has two jobs and doesn’t get [...]