You earned your diploma. You scored a job. Does that mark the end of your major professional goals? Of course not! As your career unfolds, accomplishments go far beyond earning a paycheck. As you support your company’s objectives, there’s plenty of room for additional goals of your own. Cultivating your dreams keeps you engaged in […]

We interviewed one of our executive sales reps, Chase, to learn more about his Paycom journey. What is your favorite thing about your sales office? My favorite thing about working in the Salt Lake City sales office is definitely my team and manager – sharp group of individuals who love to compete! I get to […]

Whether you’ve created it deliberately or simply let it happen, you have a personal brand. Want to take the reins on how others perceive you? Here are three helpful steps. Define your desired brand If you could hear yourself described in one sentence, what would you like it to be? Remember, this isn’t about your […]

Your resume shows what you’ve accomplished, but a great deal of your success, both at work and in general, is due to something a bit harder to describe: interpersonal skills. You may have heard of them before, but can you clearly define what they are? It’s OK if you can’t find the words – we […]

The days (and nights) of cramming your brain full of information for a grade may be long gone. Does that mean your education is complete? Never! In fact, now that you’re putting what you know to use every day, gaining skills and insights keeps you engaged with your job. Promotions, opportunities and a fulfilling career […]

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, adoptive fathers, father figures and male mentors who have touched the lives of many. At Paycom, we are proud to support parents of growing families – including fathers – with outstanding benefits like paid parental leave and app-based services to help with child care. We even offer pet […]

As you navigate the interview process in today’s competitive job market, you may be laser-focused on selling yourself. But keep in mind that interviews still go both ways! Salary requirements and good benefits are always important, yet other factors can add more to your long-term job satisfaction. The best employers value their employees by investing […]

Ever wonder how someone moves out of obscurity into the spotlight of an industry? Odds are, they’ve developed a successful personal brand. Building a personal brand means strategically positioning yourself as a niche thought leader and influencer. You bring so much value to a specific industry that your name and success are synonymous. It also […]

It’s Spring and that means it’s time to clean out those closets and give everything a fresh, new look- including your resume. Even if you’re not looking for a job, you can use your resume to apply for awards, board positions and speaking opportunities, so it’s always a good idea to keep it up to […]

Ever heard that the only constant in life is change? This saying speaks to the inevitability of change as it sweeps across all facets of life. Some change is under your control, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s stress-free. Consider your career – a key part of life for most people, and one that includes […]

Meetings are inevitable, and technology-based meetings allow us to work together even as decentralized work environments become more common. According to a study by teleconferencing specialists LoopUp, American businesses spend 96.6 billion minutes each year on conference calls. So how can we ensure those billions of minutes are being used effectively? We’ve compiled a few […]

You’ve done it. You’ve landed a phone interview with a potential employer. That’s a big deal!  We’ve collected a few tips to set you apart as a strong candidate and nail your interview. Do your prep work The most obvious piece of advice is to treat your phone interview exactly like any other interview, even […]