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Most of us at some point have woken up in a cold sweat after a horrific nightmare about work. Whether about showing up naked at the office or missing a career-changing deadline, each of these dreams could have a deeper meaning about how you feel about your job. Wonder what your work dreams are telling you about your relationship with ...

More often than not, people are describing what they do as “just a job.” As someone who has always loved her job, I’ve found this sentiment surprising and decided to do a some research. What makes someone love their job, instead of hating it? More importantly, is there anything you can do to turn a job you hate into your dream ...

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) is the recipient of a 2010 Catalyst Award for its success in advancing women to leadership roles, a critical part of the company's overall workplace and marketplace transformation. The annual Catalyst Award honors exceptional initiatives from companies and firms that demonstrate the strong business case supporting women's advancement to leadership and positions of influence by employing ...

Did you think thatThe Jersey Shore was just all tanning, fist pumps and hair gel? Think again! Turns out the kids from Joizy can teach us about more than just Ed Hardy, Italian flag ornamentation, and extreme midriffs. Their “techniques” can get your resume noticed, rock an interview, and even get you hired. Think we’re kidding? Get in the zone ...

For several years I have been teaching seminars on dealing with difficult people. Whether it is an employee, colleague, or boss, simple established steps usually work. But what do you do if the difficult person or the one that is wrong is your customer? How can you tell a customer he or she is wrong without losing the business? Is the ...

More often than not, people are describing what they do as “just a job.” As someone who has always loved her job, I’ve found this sentiment surprising and decided to do a some research. What makes someone love their job, instead of hating it? More importantly, is there anything you can do to turn a job you hate into your dream ...

1. Why do you want to work in this industry? Bad answer: ìI love to shop. Even as a kid, I spent hours flipping through catalogues.î Donít just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with that particular industry, and if you can, tell a success story. Good answer: ìI've always loved shopping, but my ...

We’ve all had bosses that we’ve either loved or hated. The boss who helped you get that promotion, or the one who clipped his toenails at his desk. Some help us advance our career, while others seem to hold us back. Different leadership styles can lead to different results for each employee. But certain styles seem to be good or ...

You may look good on paper or in your suit, but if you're looking to nail your big interview, looks aren't everything. How you sound is often more important. But many job seekers let careless speech habits sink their chances of landing that plum job. The Bottom Line: You don't have to study elocution to speak well. Simply slow down, take ...

Too many job seekers stumble through interviews as if the questions are coming out of left field. But many interview questions are to be expected. Study this list and plan your answers ahead of time so you’ll be ready to deliver them with confidence. [widget:536] 1. What Are Your Weaknesses? This is the most dreaded question of all. Handle it by ...