Career Advice and Career Information

No matter your job or your industry, this year is a challenge for employment. In 2008, 48% of employers laid people off, according to a Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) survey cited at CNNmoney.com.

Don’t bury your head in the sand and hope all of the potential threats to your job and career disappear. They won’t. Keep your ears tuned into your work grapevine; watch sales; observe your industry; keep a close eye on Washington; listen skeptically to your employer when you see problems not articulated. Now is the time to take steps to recession-proof your job and your career. You can recession-proof your job and career, but start soon, not later, to recession-proof your job and career.

Work is about the money. Work only becomes not about the money when you have sufficient income – however you define sufficient income – to support your chosen life style. With sufficient money, work becomes about other motivations. Maximize lifetime income potential by the choices you make for your career and how you work with your employer....

Are you feeling increasingly unhappy about your job? Then, it may be time for you to quit your job. Or, address the issues that you dislike about your current career. Without leaving your job, you may be able to solve the problems. Take a look at these reasons to determine whether it's time to quit your current job. Perhaps you can identify...

Agile, nimble, resilient. These words describe the employees you want to hire, retain and develop for the future. These words also describe the organizations that will thrive in the agile future. Are you ready to be part of this agile, nimble, resilient, change-ready workplace? If not, why not? Here's how.

If you wish to jump start your career in Human Resources, these Human Resources books will tell you where to invest your time and attention. These Human Resources books are recent, on-target, study-based and key for Human Resources career growth. These Human Resources books target trends such as becoming a strategic partner for the business and...

Nobody will stop you in the hallway at work to ask if your career provides meaning and personal fulfillment. Recognizing that something’s missing in your career and vocational life and taking the initiative to make a career change must come from within. These tips will help you take charge of re-igniting your career search and making your ultimate career change.

Concerned about getting back in the workforce after a gap in your employment? You should be. The job market appears to have qualified candidates for most positions. Employers hate to be risky. How will your resume as a stay at home parent, with a ten year employment gap, stack up against those of people who have been racking up career...

Are you feeling blah about your work and life? Are you having a mid-life crisis? You can promote your own personal growth, motivation and career development to overcome this inertia. Here are ideas that will help you explore personal growth, set new goals, choose motivation and get your life and work back on a course that excites, motivates and fills your life with joy.

Are you experiencing a mid-career crisis? And, if not, should you be? Are inner voices asking, "Is this all there is?" Do you have a growing sense that you would be happier doing something else? Do you hate going to work each morning? If so, it's time to create a mid-career crisis. I'll share with you some career resources, career assessments and tests and career planning tools to help.

Tired of watching others advance their career as you continue to exceed all expectations, without promotion, in your current job? Successful workers create their own path to promotion; they don't rely on luck. Self-promotion is key to career success.

Thinking about your current job search or a career change? For dads, grads and others, these books will help you find your way. Learn about the job market. Translate your most important needs, interests, and goals into a rewarding career. Find techniques for a successful job search. These are my long term favorites. Gift a favorite person with the opportunity to explore their desired future.

Do you influence your company's direction? Contribute to the corporate discussion about customers, products and strategy? Do managers seek your opinion? If you can answer "yes" to these questions and you also initiate people programs and processes, welcome to the executive board room. Congratulations on your career success. Still earning that...

Are you working more, enjoying it less, and dreading the time you spend most days at your work place? If you answered "yes" to this question, take time to explore your current career choice and consider all of the other options life has to offer.

It's tough to write about trends. Writing requires separating what is likely to happen from my own wishful thinking about what ought to happen. Add my fears, concerns, needs, and wishes for your success … You get the picture. If you're not yet thinking about these possibilities and opportunities, it's time to start.

Take a look at these recommended resolutions. They'll help you recharge, renew, and revitalize your career and life! These are from my heart, and just for you! Resolve them to make a real difference in your career progress!

Building a foundation library for you and your Human Resources staff? These book reviews will help you select the core Human Resources, business, and management books critical to your reference collection. Find the information you need fast with these recommended Human resources, business, and management books. These book reviews will save you research time. Check them out.

Heed the advice offered by Lewis Carroll’s Cheshire Cat, Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, and Stephen Covey. When you begin your new year with solid direction and desired outcomes in mind, you set yourself up for awesome success. These tips will help you achieve your goals and live your resolutions.

This article describes three critical roles that will enhance the career of an HR manager. These contemporary roles are strategic business partner, employee advocate, and change champion.

Certain business and management books belong on the book shelves of every Human Resources office. These are the Human Resources books you'll reference repeatedly. When managers seek your help to deal with problems or opportunities, you'll share or recommend these business and management books. Some are old, some new, but all are worth your...

Agile, nimble, resilient—these words describe the people you want to hire, retain, and develop in the future. They also describe the organizations that will thrive. They describe YOU, if you value your HR career and your contribution. Find out more!

The word "chaordic" suggests that organizations most effectively perform when they maintain a balance between chaos and order. Dee Hock, who founded VISA International, has written a terrific book which highlights the founding of VISA, complexity and the new science of chaos management. Read a book review by the About HR Guide, Susan Heathfield, of a terrific book.

The skill of coaching, as taught and practiced today, has the potential to revolutionize the HR relationship with organization managers and executives. Take a look to understand the nuances of the strategic HR coaching role.

The role of the Human Resources professional is radically changing. Are you ready for the next decade of change and evolution in HR systems and management style? Think strategy, employee advocacy, and change management!

How do you know you want a career in human resources? Use this four step career planning process from Dawn Rosenberg McKay, your About Guide to Career Planning. This process is also useful if you are contemplating a career change in the future.

  Learn how to do just about everything related to developing your career with this handy reference page from Dawn Rosenberg McKay, the About Guide to Career Planning.

This Wall Street Journal related site offers both salary and hiring information with a great search function.

Comprehensive set of links to hundreds of human resource sites. Sites are arranged by topics including safety, compensation, labor, benefits, and training and development. An excellent resource for exploration and information, although not annotated.

Developing a Job Skills Portfolio allows you to highlight many aspects of your HR career. Sections can include testimonials, awards, education, skills and achievements. An intriguing way to supplement the standard resume’.

In the downsizing binges of the '90s, did your company eliminate management layers? Find out why this is not necessarily a good idea. Middle managers contribute more than just their managing!

Wonder who to ask and why and what this group might do for your HR practice? Daniel R. Tobin offers this excellent article that gives you what you need to create an effective, helpful strategic advisory board.

Visit this wonderful site to view the workplace success stories they've gathered. Real life stories about companies achieving success through trust, respect, and fairness, rewards and recognition, teamwork, open communication, learning, and work-life balance are highlighted. This is a real keeper.

Robert Bacal’s Work911 SuperSite offers information, links, laminated help cards, and even a section on building a Web site for human resource professionals. He sponsors discussion lists in organizational communication, performance management, and more.