Popular Job Search Sites

By Erika Mitchell on Oct. 08, 2008 Comments?

We’ve compiled some of the most popular job search sites into a chart complete with tips on what these sites offer in an effort to help you figure out where to start looking for a new job. Read...

Flirting with Disaster...?

By Erika Mitchell on Sep. 29, 2008 Comments?

I was watching The Shield (the sixth season, if you’re curious) last night and it got me to thinking about flirting in the workplace. Read...

A Potential Ring-Shaped Liability

By Erika Mitchell on Sep. 22, 2008 Comments?

One of the little-known effects of getting married is caused by that little band of gold/silver/platinum/whatever around your finger.

In addition to giving you something pretty to look at whole you’re driving, it can make or break your next job interview.

Tipping the Scales Unfairly?

By Erika Mitchell on Sep. 19, 2008 Comments?

Almost everyone I know has had a moment where they looked at the number on their scale and said, “Oh, dang it!”  After all, maintaining a healthy weight is easier said than done when the vast majority of jobs are sedentary in nature and it’s often easier, and cheaper, to eat fast food. Read...

Don't Neglect Your References!

By Erika Mitchell on Sep. 10, 2008 Comments?

One of the most-often neglected items of the essentials for an interview is the list of references.

Many people take the time to compile a list of people with whom they’ve either worked or gone to school, but assembling the list is only half the task.

Ivy League Or Bust?

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 25, 2008 Comments?

A recent PayScale study found that Ivy League graduates are offered higher starting salaries than other graduates but don't despair if your diploma doesn't carry an Ivy League heading.  That's not the only thing the study found!

Real Life Meets Work Life

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 21, 2008 Comments?

When my husband and I got married three years ago, I was still a student working toward getting my Bachelor’s degree.  It was pretty easy to fit school into my new married life, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance was a breeze.

Then I graduated and everything changed.

To Quit Or Not to Quit ... Part 2

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 08, 2008 Comments?

As bad as some aspects of a job can be, they’re not always worth quitting over.  After all, quitting a job is not just about finding a new one.  You have to think about the effect of that decision on your income, retirement plan, health insurance, and work history. Then again, there are good reasons for making a switch. Read...

To Quit Or Not to Quit ... Part 1

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 06, 2008 Comments?

Do Sundays stress you out like no other because you know that in less than 24 hours you’ll be back at work?  Do you almost kind of envy your unemployed friend because, even though he’s living with his parents and can only afford to eat ramen every day, at least he doesn’t have to deal with your boss?  Have you ever wondered whether Dante should have thought to include your cubicle as one of the circles of Hell? Read...

Get Corporette

By Erika Mitchell on Aug. 01, 2008 Comments?

While we're on the topic of "What to wear to work?" allow me to share an extremely helpful resource for women who want to strut the fine line between professional and fabulous. Read...

New Issue of Personal Branding Magazine Now Available!

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 31, 2008 Comments?

We here at Qvisory are proud to announce that we have sponsored the newest edition of Personal Branding Magazine, published by Dan Schawbel, who is a guest blogger for Qvisory.  This edition focuses on exploring the ways in which Millenials (Gen X and Gen Y) are changing the way business is done. Read...

Common Office Newbie Mistakes - and How to Avoid Them

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 28, 2008 Comments?

If you are an entry-level employee and genuinely want a raise, you don’t want to be the employee that your boss complains about to friends.  Here are some tips to help you avoid common entry-level employee mistakes. Read...

Your Professional Summer Style

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 22, 2008 Comments?

Thank goodness summer is finally here!  If you’re new to the workforce or just haven’t ever had to think about dressing appropriately for business in the summer, here are some tips that can help you stay cool and professional. Read...

Fessing Up is Hard to Do

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 16, 2008 Comments?

Owning up to a mistake is one of the hardest things to do at work.  Whether you're new or seasoned, it's hard to admit when you've dropped the ball.  It's also important. Why? Because a person who can admit a mistake is a person who can learn from one.

Smash Your Glass Ceiling

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 11, 2008 Comments?

I was recently having lunch with a friend and our conversation found its way to the topic of work.  How our jobs were going, what we were working on, whether or not we were satisfied, etc.  She casually mentioned how much she was making, and my jaw hit the floor.  Not in a good way. Read...

Meet Your New Best Friend

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 03, 2008 Comments?

The Internet continues to amaze me for all its usefulness.  A new website recently launched that may just be one of the most valuable tools you can have at your disposal when you are considering whether or not to accept a new job. Read...

Facebook 101

By Erika Mitchell on Jul. 01, 2008 Comments?

I picked up some light reading over the weekend and learned a lot of useful information about Facebook. The book is called I’m on Facebook - Now What??? by Jason Alba and Jesse Stay.  Jason, who contributes to the Qvisory blog, specializes in career technologies, and Jesse is a self-proclaimed social media guru.  Together, they provide an in-depth and useful guide to using Facebook to network and enhance your career.

Stick It Out

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 27, 2008 Comments?

If you are one of those employees who hates their job every day and you can’t wait for Friday to arrive every week, I feel for you.  These tips will help make your job a bit more bearable until you are able to find a new one. Read...

3 Ways to Super-Charge Your Job Search

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 26, 2008 Comments?

Whether you’re looking for your first job out of college or a new career opportunity, job hunting is a lot of work.

So, the question becomes, what can you do to improve the efficacy of the work you put into your job hunt?

Desperately Seeking Internships

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 19, 2008 Comments?

Internships are extremely helpful for upcoming graduates, but can be a bit tricky to find.  These tips will help take the guesswork out of finding a great opportunity. Read...

Get Outta Here!

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 17, 2008 Comments?

Taking a vacation may be the last thing on your list of priorities, what with gas, food, and airline prices skyrocketing.  Taking time to relax is important, however, and will end up helping you do your job better in the future.

Be Worth Your Weight in Internships

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 11, 2008 Comments?

For those of you who are currently in college and hope to find a job when you graduate, I have one word for you: internships.

Get Hoppy

By Erika Mitchell on Jun. 06, 2008 Comments?

There's a lot of discussion about job hopping going around lately.  Some are even saying that job hopping indicates that Gen Y is disloyal.  Well, my response to that would be to say, "You started it."

It's Not a Bird or a Plane, It's the Cost of Gas!

By Erika Mitchell on May. 28, 2008 Comments?

Gas prices are jumping faster than frogs in a pot of boiling water, and we’re all feeling the burn. I read an interesting article in the LA Times today that speculates that the only way for many of us to emerge from the obscene gas-price-crunch may be to start working from home. Read...

Interview Etiquette Matters

By Erika Mitchell on May. 23, 2008 Comments?

A new survey released by Vault reveals what employers really think about interview etiquette. Read...

Know Before You Go

By Erika Mitchell on May. 21, 2008 Comments?

A new article came out in the LA Times over the weekend that provides some great advice about what to do in the event of any job loss (whether you’re fired or laid off.)

The author, Kathy Kristof, offers some excellent advice that can really save your bacon should your job get pulled out from underneath you.

Hold Your Tongue

By Erika Mitchell on May. 13, 2008 Comments?

Gossip is considered a national sport by many, but watch out for it at work or the juiciest tidbits could leave you high and dry. Read...

Share and Share Alike

By Erika Mitchell on May. 02, 2008 Comments?

Money has traditionally been a verboten topic among friends and colleagues, rarely discussed publicly nor even privately among families. But cultural norms and traditions are constantly evolving, and Gen Y does not have as secretive an attitude about money.

Know When to Hold 'Em and When to Fold 'Em

By Erika Mitchell on Apr. 29, 2008 Comments?

You know the feeling when you’re in a relationship and it’s just not working out anymore?  When your working relationship hits the skids, pull the plug yourself before your boss does it first.

Risqué Business

By Erika Mitchell on Apr. 28, 2008 Comments?

Facebook is fun for college, but has turned into a liability for some after graduation.  An article in the Washington Post explores the plight of some teachers who have gotten into trouble because of their Facebook profiles.