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Career Development

Archetype Test

Are you more of a Jester? What about a Wizard, or even a Revolutionary? This test will tell you which of the 12 employee archetypes you fall into. Gain a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, and how they impact both your work and everyday life. We'll even suggest a few careers.

Performance Self Test

You want a promotion, a raise and to start climbing your career ladder sooner than later. Welcome to the club. While almost everyone is looking to advance professionally, far too few workers actually take the time to look in the mirror and perform an honest self-assessment. Use the Performance Self-Test to rate yourself on the most important characteristics of your job, and we’ll help you accentuate your strengths and improve on your weaknesses.

Career Development Advice

  • 9 Characteristics of Top Performers

    There are many kinds of employees, but only a select few are considered elite. They're the ones who are tapped for big projects when things absolutely need to get done. They're the "Go-To" people and everyone knows who they are. Here's how … Read more...

  • Which Presidential Leadership Style Are You?

    With the U.S. presidential contest in full swing, I’ve been thinking about our American presidents. Four in particular, whom most people would agree were effective leaders: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin … Read more...

  • The 8 Most Overpaid & Underpaid Jobs

    How many times have you come home from a rough day at work and thought to yourself, "I don’t get paid enough to do this stuff!" On the other hand, how many times have you had a really great day at work and thought, "I get paid for this? … Read more...

  • When Is It OK to Turn Down a Promotion?

    If you are ambitious and fortunate enough to get tapped for that big promotion, there’s no question you’re going to jump at the opportunity, right? Not so fast. How many times has history featured someone who has succeeded by making the … Read more...

  • 8 College Degrees with the Worst Return on Investment

    While there's no doubt that a college degree increases earning power and broadens opportunities, today's high cost of education means it makes sense to more carefully consider which degree you earn. When it comes to return on investment … Read more...

  • 6 Signs Your Boss Hates You

    Have you read the book "He's Just Not That Into You?" While the now famous book-turned-movie deals with showing women all the signs of indifference from the men they're trying to date, the same principles can be applied to platonic … Read more...

  • Tips for Making a Successful Career Comeback

    You've suffered a humiliating setback at work. You'll keep your job but your reputation has taken a beating, coworkers are whispering behind your back and your credibility is at an all-time low. Things look bad, but you can recover if you … Read more...

  • Use Sniper Rifles, Not Shotguns, When Job Hunting

    The real reason for the question is to see how focused their job search efforts are. In many cases, their approach to getting a job is like a shotgun -- load it up, start firing at will, and see what hits -- kind of like what happens in … Read more...

  • 7 Signs You Have Terrible People Skills

    Soft skills, sometimes called "people skills" or "emotional intelligence," are less tangible qualities that determine how you manage your own behavior, as well as interact with and get along with others. While soft skills are more difficult … Read more...

  • What to Do When You Hate Your Job but Need the Money

    You can wait for management to have an epiphany, but do you really want to loiter in the lobby waiting for a happy ending? You're missing the show, waiting for someone else to lead you to your seat. Unless there are clear signs that change … Read more...