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By Nick Corcodilos Syndicated columnist Q: How do I find good small companies to work for? Much of my career has been spent in Fortune 500 companies in several big cities. Now it's time to make a change, but...
Pay: The average annual pay for this job in the Seattle-Tacoma area is $44,140, or $21.22 an hour, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. The least-skilled automotive service technicians in the Seattle area make a median of $35,726...
Kyung M. Song Seattle Times health reporter Eroding health coverage A NEW AARP SURVEY of 407 employers in Washington found ominous signs that workers may have to contribute more to keep their health-insurance coverage. Among the findings: Cost sharing:...
Now: company president Then: sales clerk Current position: President of www.betsytalbot.com, a coaching and training firm for women who own businesses. I work with "solo-preneurs." First job: At 16 I landed my first job as a sales clerk in...
Every day, Joey goes to work at Softchoice. He's been there a year. His officemates describe him as fairly calm, though he gets riled when there's a lot going on.
Your current boss and buddies at work might be your best references, but if you let them know you're interviewing elsewhere, that could jeopardize your current job.
The average annual pay for this job in the Seattle-Tacoma area is $35,460.
Grey Lundberg Inc. president started out as a paperboy at age 11.
Q: I want to go back to college but I don't think I'm smart enough. The job I want requires more college than I have. How can I figure out...
How useful is a graduate degree? I am making a career change and I plan to pursue a master's degree. Any suggestions on how to proceed after I earn it, or tips on selecting the best grad programs?
Q: How should I choose a new career? Nick's reply: A lot is written about how to change careers, and I think much of it is bunk. Most forms of career counseling borrow from psychology and rely largely on...
The median pay for this job in the Seattle area is $34,651, with most ranging from $29,725 to $39,578.
Freud asked only half the question. It's not just "What do women want? " No, it's broader than that. "What does everyone want? " is more to...
The median pay for this job in the Seattle area is $46,079, with most ranging from $28,809 to $64,821.
Due to their lack of experience, teens often encounter challenges while searching for summer jobs. With the school year about to end, many...
Q: I'm a dedicated, loyal employee, and I would do anything for my employer. Why, then, do I lose my job every few years and have a hard time landing a new one? Nick's reply: Your question is impossible...
