We surveyed nearly 2,700 people about their attitudes towards tattoos and piercings in the workplace. Do they hurt your chances of getting a job or getting promoted? Who disapproves of visible tattoos the most? What part of the country is most accepting of tattoos in the workplace? Here's an infographic that reflects current opinions regarding this hot workplace topic, and you can read the full article with even more information. view article details

It's common to get to a point in your career where you find yourself wanting more – whether it be more money, fulfillment, advancement, or even all of these things. It can be daunting trying to figure out how to make these kinds of life-altering career changes, however. Potential avenues to explore include: considering a career change, going back to school, making a horizontal job move, or seeking professional development courses from your employer. Here are some articles that can help you explore your options: 1) 10 Jobs Perfect for People Who Love to Travel Are you the type of person who get... view article details

In the modern war for talent, it’s every company’s dream to secure spots on coveted lists that dub their workplace ‘the holy grail’ of organizations. While many industries and companies are struggling to attract qualified candidates, making it onto Forbes’ ‘America’s Best Employers’ top 500 – a list derived by polling 30,000 U.S. employees – is an accomplishment that can help companies edge out the competition. Here are America’s top five best employers from 2018, according to Forbes. We also provided the average median annual salaries for roles associated with these industries based on Salar... view article details

Tips on Writing a LinkedIn Profile Headline That Will Get You Noticed Faster It's All About the Headline Your LinkedIn headline is usually what gets noticed first. So it stands to reason you should spend a few extra minutes considering how best to reel in potential employers. To that end, here is David Fisher from Ajax Social Media to go over some best practices when trying to harness the power of LinkedIn during your job search. view article details

Or maybe there’s an old boss that you really clicked with that you can reconnect with again. And if you’re really in-demand, companies will start coming after you.In your 30s you’re going to want to look at every part of the package:Make sure your salary is at the top of the rangeHealth benefits become more important, especially if you’re married with kidsPay attention to job title here… it can set you up for success down the lineBonuses can really spike your annual income and add to the bottom lineCLICK TO RETURN TO THE ORIGINAL ARTICLEHow much are you worth?Personal Salary ReportSearch US Sa... view article details

We all know somebody who seems to have the most unusual job in the world. You know, the guy who calls himself a 'day-time talk-show critic' and gets paid for sitting on the couch all day eating cheesy puffs. What about those people who have unique jobs like roller-coaster designer, pet psychiatrist, or professional food-taster? Do your friends claim they have jobs that don't even exist? What about cushy jobs? We'd like to hear your feedback for our funny and unusual jobs series. Please write in here at salarytalk[at]salary.com. Your comments could be published! view article details

Grab your lozhkas and drink of choice (and toast to brighter days for the U.S. Team) -- The 2018 FIFA World Cup is finally here! The great games began on Thursday afternoon as host country Russia defeated Saudi Arabia 5-0 at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. As the tournament unfolds, so will rambunctious debate about the top players in the world. We’ll leave those rankings to you and your brethren as you stumble to the sports pub. But, based on Forbes’ Highest-Paid Soccer Players and Highest-Paid Athletes, we’d like to show you the money the world’s greatest soccer players are earning for their eff... view article details

Do you have a big presentation at work? Are you giving an important speech to hundreds or thousands of people? If so, chances are you spent a considerable time preparing. So why aren't you expending that same level of effort preparing for your job interview?Carole Martin is this week's podcast guest, as she discusses her book 'Boost Your Interview IQ: Proven Techniques That Will Get You the Job.' The book consists of dozens of commonly asked job interview questions, accompanied by three answers from which you can choose the one you think answers the question best. From there, Martin's analysis... view article details

Q. I work for a food and beverage management company that has had a few closures over that past year in my region due to cutbacks by our clients. To stay employed with my company, I agreed to consult in a different region (with a much higher salary scale for the same position) until new business opens back up in my home region. This agreement was on a month-to-month basis. Three months have gone by now and there is a possibility of new business back home. This new business will not open for six months though, so they have asked me to stay here until then. How do I negotiate for a salary increa... view article details

Are you the type of person who gets anxious if you stay in one place for too long? Are you someone who loves to travel and explore new places? We know it’s hard to travel if your job ties you down, but this doesn't have to be the case if you pursue a career that lets you travel the world. Here is a list of 10 jobs that are perfect for people who love to travel: 1) Travel Writer Dream job alert: If you love to write and travel this job is perfect for you. There are more ways to get published than ever before, but it can be hard to stand out. Here are some tips from Lonely Planet to get you star... view article details