How To Pitch Your Brilliant Idea
(By Kimberly D. Elsbach) "We all like to think that people judge us carefully and objectively on our merits. But the fact is, they rush to place us into neat little Read More >>
3 Perfect Ways to Wrap Up Your Answers in an Interview
(By Lily Zhang) "When a hiring manager asks, “What’s your greatest strength?” or “Tell me about yourself,” he or she really means that plus, “and how that will that benefit me Read More >>
How to Prepare Yourself for Big Opportunities
(By Kevin Daum) "Nothing looks worse than overselling your knowledge, expertise, or abilities, only to be incompetent when the opportunity occurs. Before you pursue big opportunities, do a self-assessment. Be Read More >>
3 Ways to Stand Out When Asked “Tell Me About Yourself”
(By Ashley Stahl) "It’s not enough to talk about yourself and your own interest in the position—you’ll want to make sure your pitch explains why you want to work for this Read More >>
6 Steps To Note Before Granting A Media Interview
(By Julie Bawden Davis) “Find out key information such as the focus of the show or the content of the publication,” he says. “What are the demographics? Why are they choosing Read More >>
Not Hired? 10 Reasons You Didn’t Get the Job
(By Susan P. Joyce) A job search for most job seekers is a very discouraging, confidence-killing, seemingly endless stream of rejection -- from the resume black hole to lack of contact Read More >>
6 Ways to Shine at a Face-to-Face Networking Event
(By Denise O'Berry) "Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, networking face to face can be a challenge. One of the best things you can do is to arrive early and Read More >>
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn From Marathon Running
(By Karen Ann Kennedy) "When you get to the starting line of a race, you either trained, or you didn't. You can't lie your way through it. If you haven't logged Read More >>
Five Lessons From The Brazil 2014 World Cup For Business Leaders
(By Andrew Cave) "Remember all those tales of unfinished stadia and disasters waiting to happen. Where are they now that the Brazil 2014 looks set to be one of the Read More >>
Want to Be Truly Productive? End Each Day Like This
(By Kevin Daum) "It seems obvious to do this, but many people wait until the morning to make their list and set their dates. I find the later part of Read More >>