You're free to take risks in your career when you feel confident you could accept the worst-case scenario, writes Anisa Purbasari Horton. You don't need to follow the rules all the time, but you should stay true to your values. Fast Company online (2/14)
Amazon's offer to employees of up to $5,000 if they quit and never return intends to help unhappy workers exit while retaining people who realize how much they appreciate their job, writes Alana Semuels. "When employees see that they've lost $5,000 by not taking The Offer, they might mentally recommit to the company, trying to do better at their jobs and enjoy them more," she writes. The Atlantic online (2/14)
Your Next Challenge
Prepare for your career move Have a clear idea of the type of job you're searching for that is in line with your career path, writes Christine Kelly. Understand the position description thoroughly to target your application towards the job and be prepared for the interview, she writes. Inside Higher Ed (2/19)Rejection is part of job hunting Become comfortable with not hearing back from employers after submitting an application, writes Chrissy Scivicque. Only one person can get the job, so it's normal to face rejection. U.S. News & World Report (2/16)
Polish cow makes daring escape to island A Polish cow escaped a slaughterhouse by ramming a metal fence, avoiding a farm worker's tackle attempt and ultimately swimming to a nearby island. A local politician has said the cow should be able to live the rest of its life in peace. The Epoch Times (2/17)
I hope I shall always possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
