With the number of people seeking employment and competing for positions, it's imperative to stand out in the crowd - but everyone is trying to do that, right? Communications expert, Terri Sjodin, elaborates on some of the typical ideas that exist in terms of making an impact with potential employers. She brings with her a stronger, more polished philosophy with trying to get noticed, especially the power of a quality elev...

It can happen quickly or be a snowball rolling down the mountain, but your employment could end before you can react if warning signs aren't heeded. Sometimes the individual is to blame (poor performance, personality conflicts), but other times there are company issues (finances, new management). Tim Muma talks with former American Express executive, Ted Jenkin, co-CEO of oXYGen Financial, who helps us read between the line...

Whether leaders are born or made is irrelevant, because either way they need to continue developing and cultivating their thoughts and skills. While companies and organizations want to help develop people into better leaders, it's less and less a priority, so those in leadership positions - and anyone really - need to work on improving themselves. Ronald Riggio, Ph.D., a Professor of Leadership and Organizational Psychology...

Motivation can lead to greatness or complacency, depending on how much of it exists in an individual. Many times, employees don't even realize they're production is slipping or the reasons why they feel so blaze'. Tim Muma talks with Vivian Giang of Business Insider to examine some of the signs - big and small - that indicate an employee is lacking motivation. More importantly, perhaps, we delve into ways employers can moti...

Cal Newport, Professor at Georgetown University, has written a new book called, "Be So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love," which effectively argues that following your so-called passion to find the perfect career is a myth - and even potentially destructive. Cal talks with Tim Muma about what truly fuels a successful and satisfying career, why our pre-existing passion often...

Just about everyone assumes that the majority of times an employee quits, it's because he or she wants more money. Numerous studies, however, show that while important, money only accounts for around 12% of the reasons people leave; meaning almost 9 out of 10 quitters have different motivations for their unhappiness. Barbara Mitchell discusses with Tim Muma the REAL reasons people leave their current employer and how to hel...

Today's working culture has become a place where trust has taken on a huge role in the successes or failures of employees and employers. Truly effective leaders need to build and demonstrate trust in order to help people become engaged and committed to flourish in any industry. Author and workplace consultant, Nan S. Russell, joins Tim Muma to detail how leaders can develop trust in the workplace through various means, and...

Ph.D. Matthew Bidwell, professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business, shares his research on the reasons external hires often hurt a company. Of course, they can bring about plenty of positives as well, so we examine both sides of the issue, and how employers can delicately balance in-house mobility with outside talent. The ramifications range from financial considerations to cultural concerns and...

Whether your interests have changed, you're seeking more fulfillment, or a higher wage is desired, switching careers can be frightening, challenging and exhilarating all at the same time. No matter what the reason or which field you're entering, Cardinal Stritch Director of Career Services, Tom Kipp, explains the most effective routes into a new industry. Skills, knowledge and experience are easily transferred to different...

Promoting a deserving employee seems simple, but many employers don't study the process enough to make the best decisions. We discuss the importance of establishing guidelines for a promotion and having detailed reasons why someone deserves an upgrade. Relevant skills, personality and commitment to the position (and company) are just as important as competence and success in the employee's current job. Melanie Holmes of Man...