LinkedIn says these are the 15 highest-paying jobs in the nation

LinkedIn says these are the 15 highest-paying jobs in the nationLinkedIn says these are the 15 highest-paying jobs in the nationWhen it comes to the U.S.s highest-paying jobs, the medical profession held down eight of the top 15 spots - with salaries and bonuses reaching up to a half-million dollars annually, according to LinkedIns 2017 State of Salary report..bxc.bx-campaign-1012255 .bx-group-1012255-lyDBLV9 width 900pxheight 550px

What to Do When That One Lazy Co-worker is Holding You Up

What to Do When That One Lazy Co-worker is Holding You UpWhat to Do When That One Lazy Co-worker is Holding You UpYouve had that project highlighted on your to-do list for weeks- or months- but something keeps getting in the way of you checking it off your list. Theres a bottleneck in the process, and its one of your colleagues.No matter where you work or what you do, eventually youll have to depend on someone else to get your work done. When that rolle is responsive and committed to doing a great job, its probably a great experience. But when it feels like pulling teeth to get someone to even respond to an email, it can suck the fun right out of any achievement.So whats an ambitious person to do? Is there any way to light a fire under a colleague without overstepping any boundaries? Ive been in this situation- and been the cause of it- on many occasions, and heres what worked well for me.1. Be a Human BeingI love technology, and Im sure you do, too. But when it comes to resolving is sues in the office, theres no better mediator than good ol face-to-face. Ive found that whenever something isnt going the way Id like, approaching a colleague in person not only got me results but enabled me to control my message. Telling someone in person that my deadline is approaching- with a smile- is far better received than an email with the same ask, leaving it open to interpretation by its recipient.On the flipside, Ive been the source of a nearly missed deadline or two (Im not proud of it, but it happens to the best of us) and I can tell you, nothing motivates like a sincere personal request from a colleague. By approaching me in person, my colleagues were able to express their urgency, and I could share what was causing the holdup on my end. By having a real-time conversation, we were able to address all our issues and get back on track.Can it be awkward? Sure. Is it more effective than email? Absolutely. 2. Have a TimelinePlanning is your best defense against slackers in the office. For the first time in my career, I now work with a project manager, and its made a world of difference in my productivity. As soon as you know you have a deadline to meet, get a few milestones in place, and hold your kollektiv accountable for meeting them. The milestones dont even need to be material to the project, but by virtue of having deadlines before the big one, you give yourself an excuse to check in with everyone and get a status update. If you start to see things falling behind, youll know before it becomes an issue and can allow your colleague the chance to get it together.If your project is just getting off the ground, get a calendar in place and make sure everyone knows whats expected of them, then check in when you say you will to stay on top of the schedule. If youre already off and running, its not too late. Gather your kollektiv and suggest new milestones to help assure everyones on point.3. Offer AssistanceWe all get busy, and we all can get in over our heads from time to time. If you have someone on your team that just isnt getting it done, consider the possibility that they just need a little extra help. The conversation will likely go one of two ways If your colleague really does need some guidance, hell be grateful for the offer, and if your project partner is just phoning it in, shell realize youre on to her and step it up to avoid taking you up on your offer. I can speak from experience on this one. I was swamped with multiple deadlines and had fallen behind on one that had just dropped off my radar. When my (more junior) colleague approached me and asked if I needed her help getting my work done, I was horrified. I immediately re-prioritized my work and got her what she needed.Either way, humility can be a great motivator.Unless youre super unlucky, Im guessing a lazy colleague isnt the reason for your missed deadlines and deliverables. Rather, its someone just like you who has a lot on her plate. Keep this in mind no matte r what approach you take, and Im willing to bet youll light a fire under your slow-moving co-worker.Photo of boots courtesy of Shutterstock.

30 Ways to Go Green at Work RIGHT NOW - FlexJobs

30 Ways to Go Green at Work RIGHT NOW - FlexJobs30 Ways to Go Green at Work RIGHT NOW -Happy Earth Day All month, has been going green, both on our blog and in our business practices. Today, we want to encourage members, employers, and readers to do the saatkorn Weve compiled a complete list from our previous blog posts, as well as added a bunch of new tips, to show everyone the huge number of ways you can go green at work and at home RIGHT NOW. (Updated April 2014)Here are 30 ideas for how to go green at work.Reduce or eliminate your paper usage. Print on both sides of paper. Recycle every scrap that you might otherwise throw away.Increase other recycling efforts with glass, plastic, aluminum. If your garbage collection company limits what you can recycle, find a recycling organization in your area to give your other less common recyclables.Use CFL or LED light bulbs and opt for natural light when possible. Artificial lighting accounts for 44 percent of the electricity use in office buildings according to the Sierra Club.Purchase or grow office plants to offset VOCs and CO2 emissions.Turn off all electrical appliances (computers, lights, etc.) when not in use.Use ceiling fans and natural ventilation instead of air conditioning.Use recycled paper and toner cartridges when printing is necessary.Keep used coffee grounds and later use them to feed your indoor and outdoor plants. They add nutrients to the soil. Theyre also a great addition to your compost pile.Donate books and manuals to local workforce development groups and charity organizations. This also applies to old laptops, printers and other office equipment.Cut used paper into fourths and use the blank sides for phone messages, reminders, and lists, rather than tossing it in the trash.Dont pack with peanuts. If youre shipping from your home office, utilize alternative methods of securing items for transport. Air-filled bags work wonderfully. Also, use appropriately-sized boxes rather than boxes that are m uch larger than the items being shipped.Ask your boss if you can telecommute to work even for one day each week to cut down on gas waste and carbon emissions.Change the way you commute to work opt to carpool, bike, or walk (if possible) rather than driving your car all by yourself.Utilize file-sharing websites like DropBox or Google Docs rather than printing and sharing or maintaining paper files. Or use your companys network, cd-roms, zip drives, and external hard-drives to store documents that youd otherwise print and file.Switch to non-toxic cleaning products.Switch to recycled office supplies whenever possible like high post-consumer recycled content (PCR) paper.Plug all of your electronics into power strips which you can easily turn off at the end of the day.Recycle empty ink and toner cartridges. Office supply companies like Staples and Office Depot will take your old cartridges and give cash incentives for recycling themTurn off the lights when you leave a conference room or any other shared space. Make it a habit to be the last person out and flick the switch.Stop it with the bottled water, already Use a reusable water bottle or bring a regular old glass to work and fill up at the water cooler.Bring your lunch to work in reusable containers rather than plastic bags or aluminum foil. Dont forget regular silverware and reusable napkins.Reuse old file folders. If you flip them inside out, youve got a fresh folder and tab to use, rather than trashing them for new ones.Make it a point to be taken off paper mailing lists from conferences, trade publications, etc Give them a call or send them an email and ask to be removed from their mailings. If you totenstill want to hear from them, opt for electronic delivery instead.Layer your clothing instead of turning the heat up in your office.Put your computer to sleep when you walk away during the day. Most keyboards have a button that allows users to quickly put the computer to sleep. Its a cinch to turn off and on , and itll help conserve energy.Instead of traveling for meetings, whenever possible try to use video or web conferencing services instead. Bonus This is green for the environment AND your budget.Save and reuse packaging materials rather than tossing them.Opt for online media rather than paper version, including magazines, newspapers, trade journals, and other publications.For the holidays, forgo the traditional business holiday card and send e-cards instead. They can be animated, include music and video, and be more lively (and more green) than their traditional paper counterparts.Turn off the tap water while you wash your hands.We know youve got them, so feel free to add your great tips to go green at work in the comments section