Lunch Breaks are Disappearing

According to a new survey by Right Management, fewer than half of employees leave their desk to take a lunch break.

The survey also found that management and executives were the most likely to take a break with 53% saying they almost always do. Also interesting- 57% of 18-24 year olds say they always take a break.

I try to leave the office once or twice a week, just to break up the day. I find it handy to run quick errands or take a walk outside, weather permitting.

What's your lunch routine like?

5 mistakes everyone should make

So much of our lives is about avoiding mistakes. We plan every detail of our lives carefully, choosing options that could be considered "safe."


I found this article called "5 Mistakes Everyone Should Make" and wanted to share it with you. You can read it here.

What are some "mistakes" that you would advise making?

30% of managers are more stressed

According to new survey released by OfficeTeam, 30% of managers are more stressed at work today than they were a year ago.

The survey also found that there is no end in sight; 28% expect their anxiety levels to rise in the coming year.

With many companies having put positions and employees accumulating more tasks, I am not surprised that people feel more stressed now.


Are you?

Dealing with Frustration at Work

Let's face it, we all have had those moments when we wanted to have a meltdown at work. It's how we chose to deal with it that counts. For example- you may be working on a project under deadline and your printer won't work. Perhaps with you just had a heated exchange with a co-worker you can't seem to see eye-to-eye with.

Before your problem grows any bigger with a bad reaction, take a few deep breaths. Take a step back for a minute and let yourself cool down.

Share how you recover from tense situations like these!

Private sector adds jobs; still not enough

According to the latest report from the Labor Department, the private sector added 71,000 jobs last month. While any growth is appreciated, the number is still much lower than the number needed (216,000) to reach pre-recession levels from 2007.

The unemployment rate held steady at 9.5% but when you add in the underemployed (those who are either working part-time or are working “under” their previous position), the rate jumps to 16.5%.

Unemployment rates for the metropolitan areas will be coming out at the end of the month… stay tuned!

Milwaukee Ranks 13th Best Place for Working Moms

Moms take note:

According to a new list from ForbesWoman, Milwaukee ranked 13th for "Best Cities for Working Mothers."

The magazine took into consideration the cost of living, health care, school systems, crime rates, and  unemployment rates, amongst others.

How to Avoid the Summer Job Search Meltdown

It's very easy to get distracted by the sun, hot weather and seemly endless summer events. Smart job seekers know that finding employment is a full-time job, and while you can give yourself a "mini-vacation" for a day or two, you need to remain dedicated. Here are a few tips to keep your search strong in the summer months:


Network, network, network: You don't have to be at an organized networking event to meet new people. Take advantage of the different festivals and events around town to expand your contacts and volunteer to beef up your resume. You never know who you could meet that can help your job hunt in the future.

Use job board alerts: Most online jobs boards allow you to use an RSS feed or another method of notifying you when new positions are posted. Take advantage of this tool to give you a leg up on other job seekers who might not be searching daily.

Practice makes perfect: You can never have too much practice when it comes to interviews. Have a friend prepare a few questions and do a mock interview. Don't review the questions ahead of time and answer as if you were in an actual interview. This will help ease your nerves the next time you interview with a hiring manager.

Keep a job hunt journal: Keep a written list of positions you've applied for that you can monitor, following up on open positions and updating your list when positions have been filled. You can also use this list to target companies that are in similar industries and would have similar positions.

Be proactive: If you find a company that you admire but they are not hiring, send them your resume and a cover letter detailing what attracted you to the company. Ask that they keep your information on file for the next open position they have. Connect with the hiring manager on LinkedIn and keep tabs on any company news.