In the US, 24 per cent of small businesses and 14 per cent of large companies offer some form of sabbatical to their employees, whereas in Britain 37 per cent of companies offer sabbaticals. What is a Sabbatical? The term "sabbatical" comes from the Old Testament. It is a … [Read more...]
Tips Finding Internships Abroad
An internship abroad can help you improve your English, give you experience in your field, and provide a closer look at working life. You like the idea, but you don't know where to start? We recommend spending seven days on your internship project, taking one step each day. We … [Read more...]
6 Things to Keep in Mind Before Joining a Family-Owned Business
So, you want to get into the family business? Whether your family has a business you’d like to join, or you’re thinking of applying to a family-owned company, there are things you need to consider before making a decision. Just because you already have an “in,” so to speak, … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Take Initiative in the Workplace
"The key is taking responsibility and initiative, deciding what your life is about and prioritizing your life around the most important things." – Stephen Cove Taking initiative at work does not mean being obnoxious or aggressive, but rather recognizing your responsibility to do … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Become More Motivated at Work
There are times in our life when we feel like we have soaked up all the misfortunes in the entire world. These are the things that make us feel so down like we do not want to fight anymore, times when we just want to let go and give up our dreams and aspirations in life. We do … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Impress Your Boss in the Workplace
Are you a new employee or one of the employees who are not getting promotion? If you are one of those employees who never get promoted, you should try to assess yourself. Pay attention to your officemates who always gets a nod from your boss. What are the things that he or she … [Read more...]