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The 'road not taken' resume

Opinion 25 March 2014 John C. Read

A resume is supposed to be a perfect sales document, a record of our abilities and achievements. But there's much to be gained by trying to craft an entirely different sort of resume – one that explores what we decided not to do, rather than what we did.

Hot jobs for 2014

News 16 December 2013 Brian Amble

What are the hot jobs that are likely to be in demand in 2014 and beyond? If one thing is certain, its that executives with skills in big data and analytics are among those who will find employers queuing up for their services.

It's who you are, not who you know

News 18 November 2013 Brian Amble

LinkedIn addicts look away now. Because a new study has found that personality is a consistently stronger predictor of performance and career success than having a large and influential social network.

American executives lack global leadership skills

News 06 September 2013 Brian Amble

For all the talk about the importance of global businesses and global leadership, many North American executives reach their mid-40s without any experience of working outside their home country - in stark contrast to their well-travelled colleagues in Europe and Asia.

To work is to act

Opinion 04 February 2013 Janet Howd

Today's jobs market is more uncertain than ever, with periods of unemployment and underemployment set to become commonplace. So perhaps we need to learn a thing or two from a group of people for whom this is the norm – actors.

What is your true calling?

Opinion 08 October 2012 Dan Bobinski

What were you meant to do with your life? What is your passion? Are you currently working in your true vocation? If not, perhaps you would benefit from taking time to rethink your core reason for being.

Another one bites the dust

Opinion 28 June 2012 Dan Bobinski

Too many organizations take valuable employees and set them up to bite the dust. How? Because they don't have a clear-cut plan for equipping newly-promoted employees with the skills they need to succeed in their positions.

Women: to get ahead, get a sponsor

News 21 June 2012 Brian Amble

It isn't a lack of flexible working or childcare that is stopping women from making it to the top of British organisations. The real reason women are not breaking into leadership positions is a lack of sponsors.

Developing a virtual presence

Connected Manager 29 December 2011 Wayne Turmel

Remote workers need a way to build presence. But how do you find ways to get in front of influencers in your organization when you don't have the option of regular physical interaction.

Set up to fail? Nurturing high potentials

Opinion 29 November 2011 Cindy Wahler

Just because someone is a high performer doesn't automatically mean that they will make a successful move into a leadership role. But that's what many organizations seem to think – and in doing so, they are setting up their high potential employees to fail.

When training backfires

News 14 June 2011 Brian Amble

Employers who invest in professional development but don't also offer their staff opportunities for advancement could be wasting their money and increasing their turnover rates, new research suggests.

The skill of skilling yourself

News 08 February 2011 Nic Paton

The days when employers were happy to pay for your training seem to be over. So if you're going to survive in a changing world, you're got to take ownership of what you can offer now and in the future.

Too much or too little – work matters

Opinion 10 August 2010 John Lees

Is it possible to get a job you love? Even in tough times we need to think about what we get out of our working lives, because with long hours and delayed retirement, work is now such a big part of our total lifespan.

You can't hop to the top

Interviews 01 July 2010 Des Dearlove & Stuart Crainer

Monika Hamori of Spain's IE Business School provides a powerful challenge to orthodox thinking about careers. She talks to Stuart Crainer about the new career realities and why job hoppers don't prosper.

Three tips for being flexible and adaptable

Opinion 29 April 2010 Dan Bobinski

Survival in the ever-changing workplace is tough and unless you've been living in a cave, you will have seen a lot of change the past few years. But there has always been change: jobs and careers have come and gone over time. My advice is to 'stay flexible and adaptable' - and here are some tips to help you do just that.

Empathy and advancement

News 07 August 2009 Derek Torres

Apparently white executives have a hard time empathizing with colleagues who are a different race because they can't bring themselves to view them as they view white junior executives - who often remind them of themselves or their children.

How do I act 'more senior'?

Advice 07 August 2009 Ruth Spellman

Jane keeps being told by her boss to be 'more senior' yet when questioned as to what this means receives simply a shrug. She asks what she can do to give the impression that she is more senior.

I spy a new career

News 14 July 2009 Bryan Alaspa

Despite the state of the economy, some employers are still hiring. In fact one organization is so keen to recruit that it recently sent out a mass e-mail asking people to consider a career with them.

Three ways to impress your boss

Opinion 14 May 2009 Dan Bobinski

Whether you're working toward a raise, a promotion, or your work ethic just won't let you do otherwise, you probably want to hear the words 'good job' from your boss. If that's you, one of the quickest ways to impress your boss is by making his or her life easier.

Cool jobs

News 06 May 2009 Bryan Alaspa

Even with the economy as bad as it is you may be looking for a new job. But what jobs are 'cooler' than the one you have now?

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Latest book reviews

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Relationship Currency

Relationship Currency

Ravi Rajani

In an era where AI can draft emails and manage our schedules, 'Relationship Currency' is a timely reminder of the importance of investing in genuine human connection.

The Enlightened Manager

The Enlightened Manager

Vishwanath Alluri and Harry Eyres

Can we truly manage others without first understanding ourselves? This is the question at the heart of a book that takes an unconventional approach to management by drawing on the teachings of the teacher and philosopher, Jiddu Krishnamurti.

Why Start-ups Fail: Avoiding the Traps on the Path to Commercial Success

Why Start-ups Fail: Avoiding the Traps on the Path to Commercial Success

Bernie Bulkin

Arouind nine out of 10 startups fail, but as Bernie Bulkin argues in his new book, many of these failures are preventable. Exploring the major reasons why start-ups fail and how to avoid them, this book is a must-read for any entrepreneur.