Be positive when a co-worker earns a promotion | Creative professionals share tips for navigating contract work | How to deal with a troublesome co-worker
To avoid confusion, clarify your role as a contractor and the employer's expectations before beginning a large project, freelance illustrator Jon Jones says in this article outlining several strategies. Implement "sprints" into your team's workflow to avoid long feedback loops between you and the client, says Gopika Prabhu, who runs a design firm. 99U (10/19)
Making the Connection
How to deal with a troublesome co-worker Co-workers who say irrational things, lie often and exhibit passive-aggressive behavior must be held accountable in order to maintain a healthy office environment. Be careful not to give them the satisfaction of knowing they got under your skin and document any instances of particularly unacceptable behavior, writes J.T. O'Donnell. Inc. online (10/16)
In the week that ended Oct. 14, the number of Americans making their first claims for jobless benefits dropped to 222,000, the smallest number since March 1973, the Labor Department said. It was the 137th week in a row that claims held below the 300,000 mark, which is viewed by economists as a sign that the labor market is strong. Reuters (10/19)
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Certain certifications can influence recruiters HR and project-management certifications are among the top industry-specific certificates that impress recruiters, writes Emily Moore. Sales professionals can set themselves apart with certified formal training, and those in analytics should consider pursuing Salesforce certifications. Glassdoor (10/20)
