On the job or in business it is often necessary to toot your own horn to get ahead. So go on and send the boss a memo and let her know that you have finished that difficult project. Don't downplay your hard work and effort to get the job done.

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Join the January book discussion in the Work & Family Forum. Blind Spot by Stephanie Kane was suggested by one of our forum members. It seems to be an excellent choice.

Good networking skills are more important than ever. Jobs are scarce, money is tight and people are trying to find income outside of the traditional 9 to 5 arena. Do you combine online social networking with person-to-person networking? How current are your networking skills?

On The Job - Becoming successful does not necessarily mean making six figures. It can also mean feeling good about yourself and your job by managing your time and your work space.

One of the first things to remember is anyone and everyone can be replaced. A key person is not always the boss or the person who makes the big bucks in your place of business. A key person is the one who is sought out for information that may not be documented or is documented but long lost.

This classic children´s movie is spectacular.

Despite an economic slowdown, companies are still struggling to keep good employees. A big part of retention is helping employees balance their personal lives with their professional responsibilities, and that’s creating some new trends to watch.

Baked apples are healthy and delicious. These can probably be made in the microwave but you will miss the wonderful smell of baking apples and cinnamon in your kitchen. Make this treat for your family or yourself. Also, just because you are a family of one, does not mean you can't have baked apples

Back on the Career Track: A Guide for Stay-at-Home Moms Who Want to Return to Work, by Carol Fishman Cohen and Vivian Steir Rabin is a must-have for moms returning to the workforce.