A recent survey of more than 2,100 CFOs and employees has revealed that more money is not the only incentive employees expect from their employers; the 2015 benefits wish list sheds light on what really drives employees in today?s changing work environment.[table caption="WISH LIST 2015" width="500" colwidth="130|20" colalign="left" border="1" ]More vacation days,30%Better benefits plan such as enhanced health care,26%Flexible schedule including telecommuting,19%Training or professional development opportunities,15%Other corporate perks such as complimentary meals; on-site amenities; health and wellness package; subsidized transportation,9%Not sure,1%[/table]Do you have other ideas for a nice perk? Please let us know in the comments. View Post

You are sitting in the interview. Everything has gone so well? and then, the interviewer just asked you about a skill you don't have. It wasn't on the job description online, it never came up in any prior discussions. Don't get nervous - stay calm in any situation during an interview. You aren't prepared!But yes! You really are prepared! How many times have you had to learn something on the job and on the fly? A new software your employer purchased and you're supposed to be the expert? New ERP ... View Post

?All?s well that ends well.?- William Shakespeare The importance of ending an interview on a positive note can never be understated. As a job seeker, you?d ideally want to finish every interview on a pleasant note. Affirm your interest in the job.  Let them know that you want this opportunity. Tell them why you think you?re a fit and refer back to your conversation during the interview. When thanking the interviewer for giving you the opportunity to meet with them, a warm ... View Post

Not sure if you want to commit long-term? Don't worry; contract employment can be your steady source of income for the next few years, according to the latest CareerBuilder survey. America's leading job search engine predicts that contract jobs are on course for a 13% spike between this year and 2019 (Figure 1).Here's another piece of useful information if you're seeking an immediate employment opportunity: 46% of the businesses that participated in the survey said they intend to hire more ... View Post

People start forming an opinion of others within seconds of seeing them for the first time. First impressions are important. Here are some tips to help you make a good impression instantly. You know some of them but we guarantee that you will find something useful in our list. Your grandma was right when she told you to sit up straight. Not only is it healthier but you will come across as a more alert, confident and productive person. When you meet someone for the first time, give them ... View Post

Staying true to your passion is a great ideal. Once you look at how things really work in most organizations, you may want get more real. Feeling successful is important to staying motivated and being more pragmatic may contribute to being more successful at work. Here are some ideas: 1) Don?t let the lack of your favorite opportunities stymie your advancement; make the best of available opportunities. Maybe you can lead a project that needs to get pushed forward, get some recognition and ... View Post

FlexibilityChoose your assignments based on interest, gaining new skills, hours worked, etc. Take time off between assignments for self-enrichment, family or just ?me? time.MobilityIf you have wanderlust, consider taking contract jobs in other cities/states. Experience the sights and sounds of a new locale with every contract.No long-term commitmentIf it turns out the company or the position is not to your long term liking, you complete your contract and then you're off to a new adventure with ... View Post

The 2015 Workplace Flexibility Study reveals that employers and employees have significantly different opinions about what consists of a fair work-life balance. Two-thirds of HR managers reckon that their employees get enough personal time, while 45% of polled workers say they don't. Disparate numbers aside, what could employees do to dodge burnout? Here are 2 quick tips:1. Carry two cell phones ? one for your personal use and another for work. Switch off your work phone after the working hours ... View Post

One of the ways to keep your interview on a positive note is to ask questions that are likely to elicit a positive response from the interviewer. Once you do that, you open up a two-way communication channel and your interview will feel like a more pleasant conversation. Some questions to ask the interviewer could be: What do you like best about working here? What are some of your team's greatest accomplishments in the last year? What are you hoping your team will achieve in the next ... View Post

Telling an interviewer that you are focused and always get your work done on time packs more punch if you can give examples from your professional life.  Follow up those types of statements with a quick sentence or two that back up your claims. Here are two examples: If you say that you get your work done on time, give an example of what you have accomplished while multi-tasking and working on a tight schedule.If you want to impress on them that you are a ?people person?, tell them how ... View Post