by Barbara Safani | Aug 20, 2007 | career management
Most people think of mentors as people who have more work and life experience than they do and can show them the ropes of a profession or company and introduce them to the right people as they develop their careers. But over on the Past 5 blog, there’s an...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 20, 2007 | career management
According to a recent survey by Mercer HR Consulting, mentioned on the Compensation Force blog, salary increases in 2007/2008 will average 3.5% and be approximately 5.7% for top performers. One of the best ways to ensure that your performance is rated on the high end...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 14, 2007 | on-line identity
I just finished reading Career Distinction by William Arruda and Kirsten Dixon. The authors stress the importance of proactively and continuously building professional credibility, visibility, personality, and professional style to build and nurture your personal...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 9, 2007 | career management
Over on the Human Resources Executive Search blog, there is a great post about how to assimilate successfully into a new company and job. When you join a new organization, it’s important to observe before you act, immerse yourself in the company’s culture,...
by Barbara Safani | Aug 5, 2007 | salary negotiation
The Washington Post reported that according to a recent study, men and women get very different responses when they initiate negotiations and women’s reluctance to negotiate was based on how they believed they would be treated if they did negotiate. The study...
