5 Career Tips From The Olympics


One of them any positive results of the Olympics is the career tips that everyday people can get from the athletes and their performances.

7 Ways To Have A Gold Medal Career


From the weightlifters to the synchronized swimmers, from the marathon runners to the table tennis players, all the athletes at 2012 Olympic and Para Olympic Games have earned the honor of competing among the best in the world. Job seekers and anyone wanting to advance in their career can learn from these Olympians. Here are seven ways having the mindset and the work ethic of an athlete can help you in your workplace.

Quick Tip: Tune Out To Ramp Up At Work


When I know I have to concentrate on a project in the office, I put on my headphone and crank up my neo-soul station in Pandora. There's something magic about using music to tune out your surrounding and focus on your work.

This LinkedIn Mistake Is Hurting Your Network


Imagine you are at a party with many people around you. Some you know, many you do not but would like to get introductions. You overhear a man whom you have never met talking about an interesting topic. You decide you want to get to know this stranger, even though he has not noticed you yet. You simply turn to the man, smile and say, "We should be friends." What do you think this man's reaction will be to hearing such a bold request from someone he doesn't know anything about?

3 Networking Basics


You might like the idea of talking to people about your career goals, or the idea of networking might make you nervous. Either way, here are three things to remember as you connect with people.