Friends at Work
Do your friends at work help or hinder your career? Do you sometimes get caught up in friendship struggles when the focus should be on work? If so, this SMW Career article is for you. Good Friends,...
View ArticleMaking a Lateral Move
If you’re like most single-minded women, you’re interested in career advancement. So what should you do if you’re offered a lateral move? Moving Up The career ladder, for the most part, is a poor...
View ArticleBecome a Real Cougar in the Workplace
Single-minded women know the term “cougar” as it relates to their personal lives, but Linda Franklin has a different take on what it means to be a “real cougar.” She shares her personal experiences and...
View ArticleAssessment Overkill
Q. What do employers want? I mean, what’s up with all these personality assessments and multiple interviews? I’ve got the experience and a proven track record; shouldn’t these be enough? A. You’re not...
View ArticleWebinars to Advance Your Career
In a competitive job market you need every possible advantage. Additional education and training, like the programs offered at Bryant & Stratton College, can make a difference. But what if you...
View ArticleGranny Nannies Have a Special Calling
Sara R. is a professional editor whose services are always in demand. By 5 a.m. you will find her at her computer, but her “real” job begins around 7 when Hannah, her 2-year-old granddaughter, calls...
View Article“It’s good, but…” Reflections on Rejection
Rejection. Even the word itself conjures up images of arms pushing you out and away. Lips curling in distaste. Eyes averting to avoid meeting. Backs. It’s a nasty word. A cold word. A word we...
View ArticleEvery Dream Starts with One Decision
Career Research Papers rolled around again for my sophomores and juniors. I was teaching high school English and both loved and dreaded this time of year. I loved it because it was fun seeing some...
View ArticleTough Truths: The Ten Leadership Lessons We Don’t Talk About
What is great leadership? Is it impeccable time management? Fair delegation? Hard work? Absolutely. But while these elements are important, formidable CEOs know that some things matter more. They are...
View ArticleLessons for Surviving in This Economy
Leaders can inspire and engage, or they can disappoint and disillusion employees. Survival of the Hive: 7 Leadership Lessons from a Beehive takes the lid off a beehive and provides a fun look at...
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