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Is your job making you fat?

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Gaining weight? Blame your job. No, I'm not going to preach on the perils of a sedentary lifestyle, or the burgers you wolf down during lunch hour. This is about work stress: how the pressures of meeting deadlines, or dealing with your crazy boss, could be the affecting your weight. Find out how job stress affects your body, and more importantly, how to get it under control. … [Read more...] about Is your job making you fat?

How to ask your boss for a raise

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You work hard, and you know you make a huge contribution to the company. But how do you muster the courage to go up to your boss and say, 'I've done a fantastic job and I think I deserve a raise!' It seems like a cheeky thing to do, especially since the recession makes us feel that we're lucky to even have a job. But the good news is that companies, knowing that they're … [Read more...] about How to ask your boss for a raise

How to adjust to a new boss

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How do you handle a new boss? You may be feeling anxious, and have every right to be. You have to deal with a new personality, possibly have to prove yourself all over again, and many times a new boss can signal a shift in goals or systems—especially if he or she was brought in precisely to make important changes. Here are some important things to remember as you adjust to … [Read more...] about How to adjust to a new boss

How do I explain gaps in my resume?

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If your resume has gaps -- years when you weren't officially connected with any company -- try to put a positive spin on it during your job interview. For example: "I decided to take a few years off to take care of my kids. I am glad I was able to focus on them during those formative years, but staying at home also made me realize that I really love having a career, and that … [Read more...] about How do I explain gaps in my resume?