We care less about what we’re paid than why
You’re probably getting paid better than you think you are. If only you knew it. Whether our jobs pay us fairly matters a lot less to us than how well we feel we’re getting paid, a new…
Read moreCommon behavior of the worst bosses
Chances are, you’ve had a bad boss. Whether they take credit for your work, break boundaries and borderline harass you, or micro-manage everything in sight, these kinds of bosses can range from being annoying…
Read moreThe key to being a successful new boss
Most of the articles that you can find about career development on the internet offer suggestions on how to impress the boss, or how you can get your boss to listen to your ideas.…
Read moreFive tips to help you get a new job after being fired
Being fired from a job can be a traumatic event. Obviously, this negative record would lead a prospective employer to scrutinize one’s resume even further. However, being fired does not mean the end of…
Read moreEight scientifically proven ways to attain self-confidence
Perhaps the most essential piece of advice you’ll receive over the course of your lifetime is “be confident”. We all, at some point, learn the traits confident people have and how they derive benefits…
Read moreFive tips on improving workplace communication
We’ve all had those workplace conversations where we thought we got the point across and that everyone was on the same page, only to find out that our understanding of our message differed from…
Read moreHow to stick to your New Year’s resolution
Time really does fly. Soon we will be welcoming a new year. How we celebrate the New Year may vary. Some may treat it as just another casual day, while some may treat it…
Read moreLiving from the heart: Know your values first
Every day, we make decisions based on what is important to us. When we start our day, we decide whether we will eat breakfast or not. If yes, we make another decision: Will we eat healthy…
Read moreSurvey lists automotive companies with hardest job interviews
A survey by Jobplanet.com, an online community platform that shares information about companies and the world of work, has been released that lists automotive companies with the most difficult job interviews. The list, which…
Read more5 overlooked secrets of a great email
Email is the most used tool for communication at the workplace, yet also the most misunderstood. As a content marketer at a Kuala Lumpur-based startup that operates in seven Southeast Asian countries, I used email for 90 percent…
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