Workplace

5 reasons you’re afraid to get a new job

For most job seekers, the phrase “new job” is exciting because it signals opportunities to learn new skills, expand your network, and build your resume. But change can also be intimidating. If you're scared to get a job, you're not alone. Certain parts of the job search process can be more terrifying than things that go bump in the night. Read on for five reasons you might be scared to get a job, along with some ideas for how to overcome your fears.

How to tell if job cuts are coming

Getting handed a pink slip and being told to pack up your desk and exit your office is a terrible experience, no doubt—but it happens. Companies have job cuts for a number of reasons, and oftentimes these layoffs aren’t a reflection of a worker’s performance, which means there’s little you can do to prevent the inevitable. The people who land on their feet, though, are the ones who can spot a layoff before it happens.

Learn how to beat job burnout

We’ve all been there. A bad day at work leads to a bad week. You’re stressed. You dread walking into the office. You feel like nothing is going your way, or your work is going unappreciated. When these feelings linger and begin manifesting into physical symptoms and unbearable stress, you might be suffering from job burnout. Before the burn becomes a full-on blaze, let’s take a deep dive into what job burnout is all about. If you think it describes your current situation, try some stress management strategies.

Beware of backstabbers at work

Ever suspect that one of your co-workers is trying to sabotage you? It very well could be the case. Most people will have to deal with backstabbing co-workers at some point. Unfortunately, workplace sabotage is fairly common, especially in competitive fields. Backstabbers at work come in several types; the question is how should you deal with a co-worker who double-crosses you? Read on to understand the motivations of these conspirators, and how you can beat them at their own game.

7 words that make you sound less confident in emails

With a whopping 28% of the average workday spent reading and answering emails, you want to be sure you’re not just adding to the noise. It’s crucial that you’re writing in such a way that properly conveys your needs—and your professionalism. That means sounding like you know what's going on around you (even if you're not 100% sure). To be more confident at work, start by taking a look at your email's sent folder.