Making Life Rock

When a job advert goes online, most employers receive hundreds if not thousands of applications, regardless of the role. And, they choose to talk to only the most qualified and interesting of the bunch. Unfortunately, this tends to be the resumes that stand out the most whether by appearance or hits on keywords. If you’re willing to do some work; you can change your resume to be the one employers can ignore. Here are 3 easy ways to build a resume that gets you hired!

Unfortunately, job and career satisfaction doesn’t always last. If this happens when you’re in your twenties, or even early thirties, it can be daunting but not too challenging to seek out a new profession. However, switching careers in your midlife can be more difficult. Whatever your age, here 4 things you need to rock a career change.

Working from home isn’t just for freelance workers and self-employed, it’s now a very common way to run a business. Though this modern way of doing things might sound cool and comfortable, you still have a business to keep safe and maintain. That means being able to separate your home life from your business and still keep your sanity. After all, you have a team of remote employees counting on you to make things run smoothly. This setup will require you to be ultra-conscious of scammers, hackers, and Catfish ploys. Be sure about who you are working with and do your homework. Here are 3 tips to keep your remote business safe and successful.

Over the years, I've seen the good, the bad, and the ugly where business management and leadership is concerned. And, I know that nobody is perfect and that mistakes are made. That said, there are just certain things you need to have on board as a woman who manages and leads employees. I don't believe any company will truly make it to the levels of high success without treating their staff as though they matter. Here are 3 Ways To Empower Employees To Succeed.

Running a business isn’t cheap...period. That said, I happen to know there are some things you can do to cut costs and increase your bottom line. You do need to consider your company's competitive business landscape and what is most important to you. After all, you don't want to hack at your expenses to find that you've damaged the core of your biz ideals and functions. To give you an idea where to start, here are 10 money hacks for your business.

Small businesses offer a more intimate product or service experience that plays a huge role in the economy of our planet. However, these companies may not be making the money they could. Though there is certainly nothing wrong with having a small business, there are some important things to learn from the big boys. Take a look at these 4 lessons you can learn from big businesses.

Your main consideration as a freelancer is to have enough business to make it worth your while. However, one easily overlooked aspect of your business could be costing you revenue: how professional you are. The, sometimes, casual aspects of this type of business can lead to a lax attitude. Things like neglect, sloppiness, and less than professional behavior can arise if you're not careful. I hope these 5 tips will help you bring professionalism to your freelance business.

Keep the right things in mind as you search for that perfect building to house your business. It’s vital to let your head rule, and not your heart...at least, mostly. This is one of the crucial business decisions you will make. After all, this is where you will spend much of you time and it's where customers and clients will find and visit you. Because of commercial leases and/or mortgages, you can't just pick up and walk away if it doesn't end up fitting your needs. Before you sign on the dotted line, ask yourself these 4 questions for finding the perfect building for your business.

I understand what it's like to be a quality, unique businesswoman and not get the attention I needed and wanted. This was mainly due to not connecting my branding to my personality and true self. Once I did this, things really got interesting...and busy. There are so many things to prioritize when it comes to building a successful business, but I believe the following four things are most important if you want to thrive quickly and consistently. Take a look at my top 4 ways to get the attention your business deserves.

There are loads of business terms out there which can be confusing and hard to understand, especially for the newcomer. Some business blogs and help websites can leave the savviest of women business owners wondering which direction to go. And, this classic case has had an effect on two very prominent areas of modern business; integration and automation. These very different areas are often mixed up and misused. So, to make things more clear, I'm going through both of these time-saving techniques. Now, you just have to decide what’s best for your business.

More and more women are taking the leap into business ownership. This is amazing news! The more strong women leaders that march forward with their ideas and innovations, the better our future looks. There are, however, roadblocks along the way to creating a strong, successful business for anyone. I've compiled a short list and some tips that will help you navigate through the jungle that is biz ownership. Here are 4 powerhouse success moves for small businesses.

Landing a promotion can be a challenging ordeal to go through. That said, just wait until you are in your new position and the fireworks really fly! This can be terrifying and, for a lot of people, overwhelming to the point of debilitating stress. It's important to take a breath and look at the situation logically. After all, you got this promotion because your employer has confidence in your abilities. Don't second guess yourself now. Here are some tips to execute a promotion with power and grace.

You’re a parent, spouse, friend, daughter, employee or even a business owner. Can you really wear all those hats successfully without succumbing to stress and neglect of important people and matters? There are some amazing women out there who somehow manage to do just that. I would be lying if I said that I was that woman all the time. Yes, I've failed at work and personal life balance and failed miserably. I also learned that hating myself for those times doesn't help. What does help is good old-fashioned knowing the problem, seeking options, and action to change it.

You’ve crafted your business model, built your team, and studied the principles of business. You’re ready to embark on your adventure but lack one thing: experience and technical know-how regarding IT systems. No matter if you’re a monster biz like Google or a simple Ma and Pa bakery, you need IT to thrive and survive in business. To help you avoid missing out on the benefits of technology, here are 3 big IT mistakes entrepreneurs make.

How do we take back control of our lives and put stress behind us? I just had an 1.5 hour conversation with my integrative doctor about this very topic. Stress is a killer...literally. Managing stress levels goes a long way to help your life, specifically, your physical and mental health. The fortunate thing is that simply making a few small changes to your lifestyle will help curb stress and the body's response to it. Though I could talk about this topic for much longer, here are 5 top stress-busting actions.