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Top companies for military spouses

In order to help you find the right fit in the workforce, Monster has selected five companies with a demonstrated commitment to hiring, training, and retaining military spouses.

How to quit a job you just started

That new job seemed so perfect when you accepted the offer, but now you're having second thoughts. Bad fit? Toxic boss? Better job offer? Regardless of why you’re halfway out the door, there are potential repercussions to making a quick exit. You certainly don’t want to burn bridges, and quitting too soon can have an impact in some big ways. Let Monster show you how to quit a job the right way.

How to deal with work stress in 5 minutes or less

If you’re like most Americans, you’ve experienced work stress. “It’s as if our minds and bodies were not designed for the pressures of 21st-century life,” says Lynne Everatt, co-author (with Addie Greco-Sanchez) of The 5-Minute Recharge: 31 Proven Strategies to Refresh, Reset, and Become the Boss of Your Day. “We hope readers will try each one, figure out which ones work best for them, and turn those into habits.” Monster recently spoke with Everatt about how to manage stress, both at work and in a job hunt.

How to handle five types of toxic co-workers

Like toxic waste, toxic co-workers have to be handled with care. And it’s not healthy to have prolonged exposure to either. Worse yet, working with a toxic co-worker can negatively impact your job performance and even derail your career if they’re allowed to continue their behavior. So what’s the best strategy for handling a toxic co-worker? That depends on the type of person you’re dealing with.

Set smart goals at work to get on the path to success

Want to be known as a rising star at your new company and put the wheels in motion for a raise? Of course you do! The most effective way to do that is to be the kind of employee who sets smart goals and exceeds them. That way, you’ll not only earn a solid reputation, you’ll also have ample justification for requesting a boost in pay when it comes time for performance reviews.