Work-related anxiety can lead to a host of problems, including decreased productivity, lowered, job satisfaction, job loss, and health problems. Work Makes Me Nervous: Overcome Anxiety and Build the Confidence to Succeed, a new book released today, aims to eliminate anxiety in the workplace. I interviewed authors Jonathan Berent and Amy Lemley about the causes…
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How to Cope with a Difficult Job
With the unemployment rate still high, many people are feeling extra pressure at work. Employers are demanding more, and offering less to employees. These factors are not only contributing to decreased job satisfaction, but also to an increase in mental and physical health problems. Some tips for dealing with a difficult work situation: Recognize the…
Extrinsic and Intrinsic Rewards
Intrinsic and extrinsic rewards should both be considered when choosing a career or deciding to accept a job offer, but special importance should be placed on intrinsic rewards. Intrinsic rewards appeal to one’s values, interests and personality. An intrinsically rewarding job will be satisfying in its own right. Career tests can help identify those careers…
Merging Generations in the Workplace, the New Gen Y
Written by Wendy N. Powell, author of “Management Experience Acquired” In a perfect world, the workplace is like a family, with seasoned baby boomer and Generation X employees guiding and working alongside less-experienced Generation Y workers. With the Gen Y employees now solidly in the workplace, new challenges in the traditional quasi-work family are common….
Five Must-Have Interpersonal Skills
on line pharmacy thetaxhaven via Compfight No matter what your job, you will have to communicate and interact with others at some point. Good interpersonal skills can lead to a more positive work environment and can even increase productivity.Here are five interpersonal skills that will help you achieve career success: Make eye contact When someone…