Oh Australia, how we love your kangaroos, coral reefs, and Hugh Jackman. Sometimes referred to as "the land of plenty," it might come as a shock to learn that one thing the Aussies are lacking is career happiness. When a thousand Australians were recently asked if they were in the right career, an overwhelming 49%...
You're not happy in your job, and you're afraid to make a move? Sometimes when we feel really stuck it just takes a little motivation to generate powerful action. Compelling, inspiring speeches can do just that. Here are 5 motivational speeches for anyone considering a career change. Steve Jobs - "Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish" Steve Job's speech at...
If you’re considering a career change, you’re not alone—25 percent of Americans change careers every single year, according to Right.com. So if you're looking for a new challenge, simply need a change of scenery, or want to find a career that offers a higher salary potential, you need to consider the required training and the costs...
Perhaps you're just starting out in your career and want to aim for something a little less ordinary. Or maybe you've been working for a while and are feeling the need for a career change. Whatever your reason for "moving your cheese," know this: If you keep your eye on your goal - and are...
So, you’ve decided to quit your job. You’ve done all the research, carefully weighed your options, and have accepted a new job offer (nearly 32% of Americans are actively looking for a new job at one time). Fingers crossed, you're hoping it’s the job of your dreams. Congratulations! But before you break out the champagne, it’s...
Ten years ago, would you have guessed that gluten-free crackers, salty savory chocolates, and popped potato chips would be popular and successful products? Probably not. After all, who in the world thought those things would actually sell? Rachel Hofstetter, a former Food Editor for O, the Oprah Magazine, wanted to know the stories behind such...
On just about any new job, you're excited, ambitious and focused. For some people, a particular job turns into a lifetime career option. While for others, making a career change becomes inevitable. You might be wanting a change for a variety of reasons: better job growth, improved work-life balance, higher salary, greater advancement opportunities. But...
You spend the majority of your waking hours at work. So you want to feel good about your job on some level. Maybe you enjoy the tasks you perform, or really like the people you work with. You might even feel like you're making a contribution to the world every day. But there may come a...
