Sunny Side of Office Politics

Office politics is not a bad thing. It is a good thing. We think of office politics as a bad thing because the good guys don’t make use of it often enough, leaving the field to the bad guys. That’s what needs to change. The good guys need to become better skilled in office politics (while refusing to stoop to use of the tactics employed by bad guys and thereby compromising personal integrity, something good guys  all value more than career advancement).

Job Interview : Talking Money Matters

This article was originally written by Debbie O'Halloran - Career Columnist 

Most job seekers feel understandably anxious, embarrassed and uncomfortable when the time comes to discuss salaries. Advice such as “never bring up the issue of salary, let the interviewer say it first,” is rarely helpful if you don’t have any idea of how to respond when the topic does come up.

Common Queries for Interview And Tips to Tackle It

Most employers ask similar questions in an interview. Be prepared. Putting your answers together before the interview will help you to stay focused and more comfortable. When formulating your answers, remember to focus on how your skills and experience make you the best person for the job.

Common questions include: