Look, I'm just going to say it. Not everybody should work for themselves. Right now, there's this huge craze about working independently, being self-employed, being your own boss. So much of this came out of the pandemic because people realized they wanted to have control over their careers and not be at the mercy of […]

Every hiring manager looks for different skills in the job candidates they're hoping to hire. Not only are job candidates being evaluated on the hard skills they possess; they're also being evaluated on their soft skills—the skills that don't belong on a resume but can be identified during a job interview. It's these soft skills […]

When you're unemployed, one of your biggest fears is being judged by others. When it comes to dating, that fear can be amplified.The number one question asked when meeting someone new is, “What do you do for a living?" For many people who are out of work, that simple question can feel like a kick […]

True or false? Recruiters don't read cover letters.Most people may think this is true, but guess what? They're wrong! Recruiters do, in fact, read the good cover letters.So, what does that tell us? If most people don't hear back from recruiters, and recruiters only read good cover letters, that means a majority of cover letters […]

Let's face it: job search can be challenging, and staying motivated during a frustrating job search can seem impossible sometimes. However, it's critical that you stay positive. Otherwise, you risk falling into a downward spiral, which will only make things worse.So, how can you get past your job search struggles?Here are some tips for staying […]

We recently launched a social media campaign on TikTok asking users to share their stories about why they "#workitdaily." This week, we heard from Robert Rosen, a Work It Daily member who wrote about his experiences as a professional with autism.We wanted to share Robert's story with you to spread awareness about the unique challenges […]

For almost all adults, work is one of the primary features of life. Many people devote more than 40 hours every week to their jobs, so it's not unusual for them to be stressed when they're laid off.For most people, it's like being fired from their second home. However, being stressed when you're fired is […]

"Do you really need a LinkedIn profile?" As a 20-year career coaching veteran, I get asked this question almost every day.The short answer? Yes, you do need a LinkedIn profile.Why? Well, here are two reasons why I think you should have a LinkedIn profile in 2023: Why You Need A LinkedIn Profile @j.t.odonnell Replying to […]

It's that golden moment, the one you always dream about. The moment your boss offers you a raise, and you didn't have to ask for it! It doesn't happen often unless you have something in your contract that stipulates your pay increases, or some other sort of mandated pay raise. However, for the majority, an […]

Like most professions in the post-pandemic world, project management has undergone yet another conceptual transformation while also redefining how the projects of the future will be managed with the release of the 2022 PMI Talent Triangle. Keeping up with these new trends will be crucial for a project manager’s success while also sounding a warning […]