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Managing: Don't Distinguish Leadership From Management
In his latest book, Management expert Henry Mintzberg says we shouldn't distinguish between leadership and management. Middle managers are the key to a company's success according to Mintzberg and he offers a new management model that challenges conventional wisdom. It's a great read if you're interested in taking a new approach to succeeding as a manager. Read
By: Andrea | 14/11/2009 | Management

Managing Up: How to Deal with a Bad Boss
A bad boss can make you miserable, but there are some simple strategies to help you manage up. In their new book called Working for You Isn’t Working for Me: The Ultimate Guide to Managing Your Boss, authors Katherine Crowley and Kathi Elster offer tips on how to manage a toxic manager. Read
By: Andrea | 13/11/2009 | Career Management

Illegal Interview Questions: How to Respond to Illegal Questions
The law prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, race, origin and religion. One would hope that the vast majority of interviewers know which questions not to ask, but you never know what to expect so it's always a good idea to be ready for any questions that probe your personal life. Read
By: Andrea | 08/11/2009 | Interviews

The Job Offer Letter: How to Negotiate a Job Offer
You nailed the interview and got a job offer letter. But it doesn't meet your expectations. How do you negotiate your job offer letter? Read
By: Andrea | 08/11/2009 | Careers