White-Collar, Blue-Collar, or No-Collar: Soft Skills Required for Success
The workforce used to be divided into two simple categories: white-collar workers, workers who used their heads for professional jobs; and blue-collar workers, workers who used their hands for manual labor. The essential use of technology in every business today—from banking to manufacturing— has brought forth another category: the no-collar, or new-collar, category. IBM CEO →
Proper, Polished, and Poised for the New Year
Proper, Polished, and Poised for the New Year: 10 Tips to Help You Perfect Your Personal Brand 1. Be open and confident. When it comes to making the first impression, body language, as well as appearance, speaks louder than words. Use your body language to project appropriate confidence and self-assurance. Stand tall, smile, →
How to Shine at the Holiday Office Party
The Top Dos and Don’ts for the Holiday Office Party DOS: Dress appropriately. For social business functions with your business associates, it is always better to play it safe and wear a conservative outfit that is not too revealing. Eat a small amount of food for energy before the event Make an entrance. When →