Managing Your Career

Five mistakes to avoid in your cover letter

Do you break out into a cold sweat when it’s time to write a cover letter? Are you uncertain about what to include — and what to leave out? Do you sometimes wonder if you should include a cover letter

Why all feedback is a learning opportunity

Maybe your supervisor thought you did a great job on your latest project — or maybe you missed the ball. In both situations, it’s wise to politely ask for feedback and use it as a learning opportunity

How being fluent in a computer language can boost your employability

Do you know how to code? If not, you might want to learn sooner rather than later. Here’s why. Employers want candidates with computer skills According to the McKinsey Global Institute, the time we sp

Why you should keep your resume and cover letter up to date

If you’re like most of us, you only update your résumé and cover letter when you’re actively looking for a job. But what happens if a recruiter contacts you about a role you really like? Or if you hea

What to do if you're having problems with a colleague

Maybe you have a coworker who shoots down all your ideas, or perhaps a colleague always sings along loudly when listening to music through his or her earbuds. Whatever the reason, if you’re having pro

Five ways to bring more positivity into your workday

Do you sometimes struggle to put a smile on your face at work? Are you occasionally bored with your job? Or do you get overwhelmed by your workload now and then? Even the most motivated of us sometime

How to determine your salary requirement

Have you ever filled out a job application that asked for your salary history and salary requirement? Or has a hiring manager ever asked you how much you expect to earn during a job interview? In both

How to manage a career setback

Setbacks and even failures are a part of life. Perhaps you got laid off when your company needed to downsize, or maybe you were fired after a project you worked on failed to meet its objectives. Whate

No career direction? Get on track with these four tips!

Are you bored or frustrated with the tasks you do every day in your job? Are you continuously looking for information about other professions to see if they might be a better match for your skills and

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