Employment Spot

Does the U.S. Open have you thinking about golf this Father’s Day?  What about playing Business Golf to advance your career?

With the hype of watching the pros in the U.S. Open or scheduling a tee time to take your dad golfing for Father’s Day, it is easy to forget that golf is actually a business tool.  Whether you are golfing with a coworker, entertaining a client or attending game as a customer, golf is a great way to get ahead in your career.  In fact, being comfortable on the fairway is often considered a necessity in today’s business world.  Here are some tips to use golf to your advantage in your career:

1. Take golf lessons. Whether you are a beginner or you are looking to improve your swing, taking golf lessons is a great idea.  If you find yourself turning down golf invitations from friends or business partners because you are not skilled enough, this may be seriously hurting your career.  You never want to miss out on a golf opportunity, so take the steps needed to learn how to play and improve your golf skills.  Taking golf lessons is also a great place for networking — it’s likely that many of the other people there will be businesspeople in the same situation as you.  Check out Play Golf America.com to find a golf instructor near you. Read the rest of this entry »

Some jobs, such as consulting work, require a lot of travel. Some companies require their employees to travel only within the United States, while others expect regular international travel from workers. The reason for travel varies widely depending upon the industry. There are many common mistakes made by business travelers. For example, some employees may treat a business trip like a vacation and ignore important work to be done. Other employees may not know how often or when to check in with a supervisor. Whatever the purpose and wherever the trip, here are some important tips for business travelers.

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