Many of the problems that occur in an organization are the direct result of people failing to communicate. It leads to confusion and can cause a good plan to fail.

Problem solving is a mental process and is part of the larger problem process that includes problem finding and problem shaping.

Project management is the discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.

Teamwork implies an ability to get along with others and work collaboratively, building trust, being dependable, and offering support.

The capabilities people develop using daily life technologies are often transferable to the workplace. The interesting, collaborative, socially-oriented things that people do in their personal lives may actually create a foundational skill set that's valuable at work.

In today’s job market, soft skills are as important as ever for landing a job, no matter what the position.

One of the most important concepts you will ever encounter in the job-hunting process is that of transferable job skills. But - what are transferable skills?

Learn more about The Netherlands - a modern country, with an open economy, liberal policies towards integration, labour and free market capitalism and a renowned history for trading internationally.

Canada offers many job opportunities for newcomers. The best way to succeed is to prepare! This podcast can help you get ready for the challenges of working in Canada.

Listen to this podcast and learn how to apply for a job in Canada.

Listen to this podcast and learn how to apply for a job in Canada.

Many people are well educated, highly qualified and always well prepared yet, despite this, something is still missing. Their personal power is lacking something in order for them to be noticed, valued and respected. And even worse: someone less qualified tends to steal the limelight, but why?

The job loss count is rising. Unemployment is on the rise. Every week we read of another new batch of folks now out of work, a new batch of folks whose jobs are under threat, a new batch of folks who have given up. But does it help to worry?

A job interview typically precedes the hiring decision, and is used to evaluate the candidate. Listen to this podcast and learn how to be well prepared for an interview.

Study abroad is nothing new, but today, the extraordinary explosion of study abroad has become the most visible outcome of the internationalisation of higher education. One of the main questions to ask yourself is to what degree are you willing to adapt to a new culture and new people. Also, how open are you to adapting to different academic styles.

Berufseinsteiger sehen sich europaweit mit rückläufigen Bezügen konfrontiert. Über Länder und Branchen hinweg sinkt die durchschnittliche Gesamtvergütung im Vergleich zum Herbst 2008 um -3,6%. Doch was kann oder muss man tun, um in der Krise mehr zu verdienen? Der Podcast gibt Antworten.

Good behavior is becoming more and more important in our globalized business world. For those who work abroad, it is crucial to master the cultural behavior standards of the country they work in. Many countries have a strict behavior codex and to misbehave might threaten your chances of success.

Cross cultural negotiation is one of many specialized areas within the wider field of cross cultural communications. Cross cultural negotiations is about more than just how foreigners close deals. It involves looking at all factors that can influence the proceedings.

Nearly 250 multinational companies representing more than 94,000 expatriates, according to Mercer. The desire to be globally competitive has driven growth in expatriate assignments and being prepared is half the battle.

Have you ever considered what makes a good boss good? The answer to that question is admittedly mercurial, as one person's view of a top-notch employer will differ from somebody else's.

Individualism and egalitarianism are two important elements in American culture that have significant effects on their business etiquettes.

Few people are born knowing what they want to do for a living, but some people get lucky and know from childhood on what the perfect profession/major is for them. Unfortunately not everybody is born so lucky. Most others have to go through a long process to figure out what they’re going to do for work. This process can take years and many people never do find the right job.

Hard work is a virtue. If you work hard, you'll achieve your goals. If you work even harder, you'll achieve even more. But there are, in fact, several downsides to working too hard. Being the office workaholic can cost you coveted promotions, hurt your home life, even turn friends into enemies and lead to a very stressful life.

Listen to this podcast and learn more about how to apply for a job in Germany.

Listen to this podcast and learn more about living and working in Germany.