When Sally Field won the Academy Award for Best Actress for in a movie called Places in the Heart, she concluded her acceptance speech with these straight-from- the heart words, “You like me! Right now! You really like me!” A job interview is a lot like that moment. You’re there because a prospective employer really… Read More »
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Tips for Finding Temporary Work During the Fall
Temporary work – regardless of the season – can have numerous benefits as you boost your earning potential and your career. Fall is no exception, especially as many businesses are staffing up for the holiday season and ensuing new year. The advantages of working temporary jobs include: Strengthening your resume: Temping enables you to learn… Read More »
Does Anyone Care About The Behind-The-Scenes Social Posts Of Your Business? The Answer May Shock You!
If you own your own business, it can be challenging to know how much personal content to share on your company social platforms. Your ultimate goal, of course, is to grow your business, but you still need to strike a balance with your personal life. Another question worth pondering: How widely do you want to… Read More »
Key Observations About the Current State of America’s Workforce
As of March, there were 166.73 million people in the U.S. civilian workforce. The landscape and outlook for the nation’s workers has undergone profound changes in recent years, due such contributing factors as the global pandemic, technological advances, and work/life priority shifts, especially among younger Americans who represent the future of our economy. How are… Read More »
3 Common Myths About Employee Benefits Debunked
A recent report from the Society for Human Resource Management concludes that what employees want in terms of their compensation and benefits isn’t always the same as what employers assume they want. Numerous other studies reinforce SHRM’s conclusion. Here are three common benefits-related myths – and the reasons why you can’t craft your benefits strategy… Read More »
How are Business Strategies Shifting to Accommodate the Future Workplace?
Unless you’ve spent the past three years living under that proverbial rock, you’re well aware that society, people’s values and lifestyles, and the workplace have undergone some seismic shifts. Among the leading factors driving this change have been pandemic-driven health issues, including around mental health and overall well-being. What does it all mean for today’s… Read More »
The Truth About the Talent Shortage Crisis
When it comes to the talent market – like any other market – it all boils down to supply and demand. And today, the demand for quality job candidates far exceeds the supply. It’s not that no one is looking for work, but rather, that desirable potential hires can pick and choose where they want… Read More »
These Roles are in Demand Across All Industries
Whether you’re planning your future career path or are an HR or hiring manager, it’s helpful to stay aware of which professional roles are in the highest demand in today’s marketplace. A recent report from LinkedIn provides an overview. To zero in on the highlights: The global pandemic had an immense impact on businesses, industries… Read More »
How to Have an Efficient Informational Interview
An informational interview is a great opportunity to learn about a new career path. The interview allows you to share questions about a job or industry from a seasoned veteran. Ideally, you want to get as much information as possible from the interviewee. To do so, you need to plan ahead. Here are tips to… Read More »
Work Hard, Play Hard: How to Find Balance During The Holiday Season
Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s… the holiday season (or season of giving as I like to call it) has us busy from beginning to end. With so much going on all around us and within us, it’s easy to lose track of ourselves, forget about the meaning of what we’re doing and neglect our personal… Read More »