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The Internet has completely revolutionized the workforce landscape in a couple of years.  Things like blogging and freelancing which were earlier considered as hobbies now fall into the categories of respected careers and can easily pitch seven figure remuneration. In today’s digital world, a majority of people live under a constant fear of making mistakes in their job which may end up in headlines and may even cost their job. However, what they don’t know is that making mistakes is not a big deal until they are learning from the experience. Yet another thing to know is that the most common career mistakes are the ones which are slow and progress gradually and often go unnoticed. But these are deadly. Here are some of the worst career mistakes which if not avoided may take a toll on your career. 1.    Being dormant You may have been celebrating a decade anniversary with your company and would be feeling pretty satisfied and comfortable in your job.  It’s n...

Even if you possess a doctorate or a PG degree, the chances are that your degree is not likely to give you all the knowledge and skills that are required to sustain your career growth in this changing technological era. To give your career graph a good boost, you are expected to keep learning, grooming yourself and gaining new skills throughout your lives. Thus, in order to achieve your dream goals, you need to pace up with the changing trends and lifelong learning is the best tool for achieving those goals. Here in this blog, we’ll take deeper insights into what is lifelong learning, it’s benefits and types. What is Lifelong Learning? Lifelong learning is a process by which professionals keep on adding and gaining new valuable skills throughout their lives. This process doesn’t only add to their experience but enhances their knowledge as well. Many professionals choose to pursue higher education for an unprecedented personal development to add full potential. But ...

Are you making a few job search mistakes? Have you been applying all around the globe for a job? Have you been trying all the job openings online too? Are you tired of hunting for the right job? If you admit in affirmation to any of these questions, you are the victim of job search mistakes. You have definitely been committing one of the blunders of the common mistakes people do. The hunt for the right job is a big job in itself.   You need to meticulously prepare yourself, have confidence in your abilities and be ready with your resume and cover letter. The right man-job match might take a few weeks to a few months, but you must never hastily settle for any job where your goals do not match the organizational goals. As Confucius says, “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life”. You need to be professional and persistent in your outlook and keep trying. However, there are certain mistakes which you must avoid as any one o...

You have a board meeting to address and are you already feeling drained out? A new project is on the way and do you feel like backing off right away? Are you entrusted with the task of motivating employees and did you say you are losing nerves? Why is it that your confidence wavers at work? Why do feel nervous the moment you have to address someone? This is because of the low self-esteem you have developed over the years based on what others think about you. What is worth pondering is that is the opinion of others so relevant that you land up tarnishing your confidence and goof-up at work premises? We all have the right knowledge and aptitude for work. Just a bit of polishing of our talents and uplifting our confidence is the key to nail the targets. All of us want to give the best shot but till the time we are able to communicate effectively and confidently, a lacuna is bound to persist. Let us read a list of to-dos, which will endorse a bullet-proof unwavering co...

Is it that you’re feeling lost in your career path and you feel that you are not happy with your job or a kind of work you are being made to do? You get this thought multiple times a day about changing your career but feel it’s not that easy. It certainly ain’t that easy and it may even seem downright impossible to some. What you must know is that there can never be any shortcuts when it comes to finding your dream job and planning a big career change. You’ll have to take those first steps towards a change which are indeed the most difficult ones, plan meticulously and work even harder to get closer to your dream job- something that you’re really passionate about and would love to do throughout your life. The realization about your dream career never comes easy. It may easily take months or even years to find answers to your questions. You may easily get confused about what it is that you’re truly meant to be doing and what occupation would best suit your interests...

Like several other hobbies, Blogging might just be seen as another hobby that you embrace over the course of your life. But this is one of those very few hobbies that have a potential to change your life in a really big way. There are numerous anecdotes of individuals who started Blogging merely as a hobby but it changed their lives so radically that they went on to make it as their full-time career choice. Why must you Blog? This article is about how Blogging is a lot more than just writing stories or keeping a journal of your travel experiences and why it has become crucial to blog in today’s time: 1. To live a more meaningful life Because you may want to argue that how can blogging help someone lead a meaningful life, here’s an answer: Thumb rule, Blogging requires a filter. To start off, you just can’t sit in front of your laptop and start writing on everything that comes your way. When you take up to Blogging, you’ll realize that there are only a few selected topi...

In today’s time when many would agree that a right skill-set holds more significance than a degree or a diploma course, there are many who still feel that an MBA degree is a prized possession. There is no dearth of applicants applying to MBA schools even though casting doubts on the merits of pursuing an MBA degree has become one of the latest fashions. With millennial joining the workforce and flexible work on the rise, a majority of candidates are keen on living the life of digital nomads and taking up freelance gigs based on their hobbies and skill set. In a given scenario, it might seem that degrees like MBA, which predominantly focus on imparting knowledge related to a business along with quantitative and analytical training, are losing their significance. This is, however, far from the truth. There is absolutely no difference in the number of candidates sending their applications to business schools. Having read that, you might want to question: What could be the p...

Do you have to drag yourself to work every morning and tell yourself “One more day and it’ll be fine by tomorrow”? Does it get really difficult to concentrate on the task and give your best shot? Have you started developing a feeling that the place of your work is not where you wanted to be and you would do anything to get out of there? Well, the good news is that it’s not just you. It’s a common feeling and it happens usually when there is a lack of motivation. It’s just that different people experience this feeling at different times in the span of their careers. Waking up to the realization that a majority of individuals feel this way at some point of time in life doesn’t help. You need to work towards getting over with slacking attitude of yours as it may otherwise have an irreparable impact on your career. Given below are a few tips to kick-start your motivation: 1. A positive frame of mind Resetting your mind to think positively makes you feel mot...

Are you one of those who think the learning process gets over as soon as you get a degree in your hands? If this is true, what you must know is that even a random thought of this kind can be disruptive for your career. Consider this: Have you ever analyzed how many thoughts, on an average, run through your mind on a daily basis? It is these thoughts that form the basis of your mindset and determine where you’ll be reaching in your career. A right mindset is important in order to take charge of your learning process and possess what is known as the “growth mindset”. A “growth mindset” is often described as a new psychology of success. This mindset has to do with a belief that you are capable of constantly developing and nurturing your skills regardless of anything else. This belief is something that helps you reach your full potential and zenith of glory in your life. Read Also:  Why must you blog in today’s time? There are many people who tend to b...

Like almost every other industry, the hiring industry is continually evolving. The advent of technology and social media has made it highly competitive for job applicants to secure a job of their dreams. In case you are one such applicant seeking a job, there is a lot more for you to know. One job opening attracts more than 250 resumes on an average and more than half of the applications are rejected by an Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) in the first round of screening itself. These systems are automatic and they screen applicants on the basis of right keywords. Having known all this, can you afford to take chances with your resume? You would agree that you will need to have all the components of your resume intact in order to land yourself a satisfactory job. Because the Applicant Tracking Systems are automatic, having the right keywords in your resume is the key to avoiding rejection by these systems. In order to draft a perfect resume for the systems to accep...

Remember the reason that motivated you to take a vacation last time? Was it to break free from the daily grind? Have you ever thought about taking a break for it to be an escape plan for your career? Why is it that you always want to take a vacation to stop thinking about work and never take a vacation to think more about your work? Besides breaking your everyday monotony and giving you time to rejuvenate yourself, a short break or vacation can be quite useful in helping you identify new career opportunities or planning your career path. With work from home and distance education courses becoming popular choices, it has become really important to take a few days off so as to clear your mind for fresh ideas to come in. A short break can be a wonderful thing to get out of everyday routine, get a career boost and also to find time to think what you love doing the most. Given below are different ways a vacation can help your career and help you climb the ladder o...

The term ‘career growth’ rings a bell and suddenly a mind map is formed where you can visualize a fat paycheck, better emoluments and a boss-like feeling suddenly. Isn’t it too lucrative? After all, when you join a company, you do aim at a rising career graph wherein you eventually want to settle in the shoes of the boss. Sounds too good to be true, but isn’t that the real motivation you slog for all the years? You join a company when your personal goals align with that of the company. You wouldn’t settle for anything less than what you deserve. Career progression is one such major factor. It gives you an adrenaline rush, you are motivated to be the best and you work harder to outperform the rest. The increased responsibility and challenges that ensure the career growth are intoxicating enough to keep you active. You are driven to accept new challenges that come with your new job role and you are motivated to crack new deals and meet the new deadlines and targets. There ar...

A side gig or a side hustle- pursuing a hobby or something you’re extremely passionate about is crucial in changing times. This is important if you don’t wish to work in the same cubicle for months and years with all your energy and interest drained out, wondering every day if there is an escape route to a boring life of yours. It is even more important if you don’t wish to simply walk or stand still in life. For you to outpace others and for many more reasons, you need a side gig. Here’s more as to why you absolutely need a side gig: 1. You get additional money Because wages have been stagnant for a number of years and the raises tend to be paltry, it has become extremely difficult to keep pace with inflation and break even considering the fact that the cost of living just keeps shooting up. Because the prices are continually rising without any significant increase in what you get for your work, it makes sense to find ways to make some additional money. Read Als...

Do you have your eyes set on something in your life? Is there anything you want so desperately that you can do anything to make it happen? Yes? But have you been taking any actions to accomplish the desired achievements? If not, it’s time for you to know that taking action is one of the most crucial steps in making your dreams a reality. You might argue that it is extremely tough to take that first step and it doesn’t happen on its own. Many of you might already by trying to do it for a while now but with no success. An important thing to know is that you have to continue trying even if you fail. You need to gather your willpower and tell yourself that you have to do it even if it is something really difficult. And you need to stop procrastinating. Remember, there is no way you can stop setting goals in life and taking actions to reach those goals. It is because goals give your life a purpose and a sense of direction. Without goals, there will be no motivation ei...