By Cliff Harmon
Faculty Member, School of Business at American Public University
As 2015 winds down to an end, it is a good time to look at the past year and identify areas where we improved and areas that did not get the intended attention. A great tool for this reflection is the three Rs—Revisit, Reevaluate, and Readjust.
By Adrienne Erin
Online Career Tips, Contributor
Get ready for the post-holiday hiring rush! If it’s that time of year for you to start fresh then make sure you’re going about the interview process the right way. If you’re looking to gently remind an employer that you are the perfect candidate after an interview, there are some right and wrong ways to do so. Here are some tips for following up with an employer after an interview, without driving anyone (including yourself) crazy.
By Cathy Francois
Contributor, Career Services
Perhaps you are in a position for which you once had passion, but the sparks have died down and you find yourself just going through the motions. Maybe you hate your job and pray for snow days and flash flooding all so you don’t have to show up. (If this is you, it is time to develop an exit strategy). In the spirit of self-reflection, here are some questions to ask yourself as you continue to plan for the year ahead.
Track the success of your resolutions by sharing with friends on Facebook, or by using this unique tool that matches you with others trying for the same outcome.
Don’t wait until the ball drops to set your high reaching goal list for the year. Start now, and update the list often.
Making an action plan can guarantee that you will not only make yourself more successful in the New Year, but also your company.