Posts by Norwood Staffing
5 Tips for Better Work Eating
Don’t let poor eating habits stand in the way of health, productivity, and morale. Respect Lunchtime Don’t be a mealtime martyr. “I didn’t have time to eat” may sound like a badge of honor to some, but it’s problematic on at least two counts: first, it suggests poor time management skills and, sadly, it shows…
Read MoreSearch Without Being Found
Making a career change from one company to another can sometimes be more difficult than looking for a job when you are unemployed. It can be challenging to conduct a job search without your current boss finding out about your hunt for something new. It’s not uncommon to be employed while hunting for a new…
Read MoreUse the 80/20 Rule to Beat Procrastination
Procrastination can show up in many forms, including spending time browsing Facebook or surfing the internet, checking your email obsessively throughout the day, talking with a co-worker about last night’s big game, or even spending a chunk of your time on busy work instead of more important projects. If you want to improve your success…
Read MoreBecome More Desirable For Any Job
Even during times of high unemployment, managers often lament that there aren’t enough qualified candidates out there. Follow these tips to increase your marketability and become highly sought-after in a competitive job market at your current employer or anywhere else. Boost Your Tech Savviness If you’re a software engineer, you already know you must keep…
Read MoreBe the Employee Every Boss Loves
Every manager expects their employees to work hard and do their jobs, but with just a little nudge you can stand out. Those who stand out are the first ones to be considered when jobs open and it’s time for annual pay increases. Here are 5 great tips to get you started. Communication: more is…
Read More4 Simple Steps to Get to the Next Level
If you’re ready to take your career to a new level, there are a few things that you should start doing to become a better employee now. Here are some suggestions: Increase Productivity Through Focused Action Instead of being “busy” all the time, make sure that you’re filling your time with tasks that will be…
Read More5 Characters to Avoid at Work
Are you trying to get ahead in the workplace? Maybe hoping for an end of year bonus or key to a corner office? The first step in advancing your career is building solid relationships at work with both colleagues and supervisors. Just as there are those in the office to build rapport with, there are…
Read MoreKeep Your Career Moving Forward With These Tips
Everyone wants to move forward in their career, but some people don’t realize that they’re making critical mistakes and sabotaging their own progress. Understanding these potential slip-ups can help you to avoid them so that you can stay on the fast-track path to career success. Here are a few things to avoid: Micromanaging is Required…
Read More3 Ways Multitasking is Killing Your Productivity
On the surface, multitasking seems like a good idea. Why not do two, or even three things at the same time, instead of one? It may sound like a good idea in theory, but when it comes to real life, multitasking isn’t effective. In fact, it’s probably killing your productivity without you knowing it. Here…
Read MoreCreate an Effective Elevator Speech and Open Doors
When you are looking for a new job, networking is a critical step to help you connect with other people in the industry. You’ve probably heard the saying that you only get a single opportunity to make a good first impression, and networking with an effective elevator speech can make-or-break your job hunting efforts. What…
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