Seven ways to approach compensation conversations to get the paycheck you deserve — We are all working to earn a living. And it is foolish to be working for less than you are worth, especially in an employee-driven job market. While you should work to maximize your earnings, you should also work to maximize your professional brand. When it comes to your salary…

And what you can do now to set yourself up for greater success — Another year, another fresh start. Whether you write them down or not, resolutions for the new year are on the brain. Talking about resolutions is just a more ornamental way of talking about goals, the main difference being that we set resolutions annually. …

Five fresh takes on tried-and-true tactics to help you shine in your next interview — Congrats! You did your research, submitted a job application, crossed your fingers, and finally received a callback. Now what? On the brink of an interview, many professionals will turn to close friends, family, and the internet for timely advice. Seeking advice is especially helpful if you’re new to the game…

Six steps to leave on great terms, even from not so great companies — Changing jobs can be exhilarating, especially when you’re exiting a negative environment for something seemingly more positive. But when you consider that every job, for better or worse, is a critical building block to your greater career, you need to be prepared to play the long game. Even if leaving…

It is no debate that a key differentiator in our talent market today goes back to hiring for soft skills above and beyond technical skills. But assessing aptitude across skills like communication, critical thinking, adaptability and emotional quotient is much easier said than done. How do you measure critical thinking…