Manager

By Andrea Murad Most of us have a boss, and while it might sound counterintuitive, experts say that knowing how to make your boss look good and shine will advance your career. Unless you own your business, you likely have a boss who decides promotions and raises that help you climb the corporate ladder. ...

By Kelly Eggers The first day at a new job is fraught with questions. Will it look bad if I can't remember everyone's name? When can I ask for my first assignment? Can I bring lunch from home? While the specific answers vary between workplaces, career coaches and recruiters say that there are a few basic ...

A former payroll manager for the San Francisco Giants has been sentenced to 21 months in federal prison after she admitted to embezzling $2.2 million. ...

Q: How should I ask employers about job opportunities that aren't advertised on their website or on job boards? A: Just because a company isn't advertising any open positions doesn't mean they aren't looking to hire. As MainStreet has reported before, many job openings are never posted to job boards or ...

By Justin Thompson No one is perfect. In trying to be the best version of ourselves, we must occasionally fail and learn from our mistakes. Part of this learning process involves receiving criticism from others. While it can be difficult to hear criticism from peers, co-workers, a manager or any authority ...

The most productive workers are often thought of as those who love their work. But even the best of workers can be hampered by poor leadership. Further evidence of that is contained in new research which shows that leaders who lack empathy demonstrate poor leadership skills, and a significant number of them ...

Bosses with swagger and outsized egos may achieve notoriety, but they don't necessarily make the best leaders, new research finds. According to a study to soon publish in the Academy of Management Journal, humble leaders are more effective and better liked. Moreover, their modest style of leadership can lead ...

By Beth Braccio Hering, Special to CareerBuilder Being called in by a superior to discuss a topic both of you would probably prefer not to touch can be difficult, but if an employee can limit defensiveness and truly listen, the conversation may be enlightening. Meet three people who survived such ...

Compiling a resume in which the majority of your experience comes from retail may seem difficult at first. "I worked at this store, I sold these products" is the typical mindset of many retail employees. However, with a little thought, you can make your retail experience work for you. Think about what you've ...