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28 02, 2024

Showing Support for Black-Owned Business

2024-02-28T14:59:17-05:00Categories: General News, In the Community, Special Events|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Showing Support for Black-Owned Business

Showing Support for Black-Owned Business Small businesses, especially black-owned and minority-owned businesses, struggle the most during times of economic decline. There are a variety of ways to help support black-owned businesses through advocacy or money, but the bottom line is your continued support helps black communities succeed and helps grow the economy. While acknowledging black-owned businesses during the month of February is important, it is imperative to show support for these businesses throughout the year. As part of our campaign for Black History Month, we wanted to share some resources as well as a few quick and easy ways [...]

12 09, 2023

Can Exercise Boost Your Job Performance?

2023-09-11T11:28:25-04:00Categories: General News, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Did you know that implementing exercise into your routine can positively impact your work performance? It’s not about achieving a certain “figure,” but rather about helping your body to feel its best so it can perform its best. What type of exercise and frequency is up to you, but those who prioritize their health tend to see greater results. […]

1 09, 2023

Prioritizing Professional Growth & Development

2023-09-01T11:19:46-04:00Categories: General News, How To, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Professional growth and development play integral parts in any professional’s career. They enable people to develop new skills, advance their qualifications, and become better employees. However, growth is in the hands of each individual and it is up to them how far they go. Not everybody wants to climb a professional ladder, and that’s okay! Below we’ve provided a few tips and tricks for those that do! […]

30 08, 2023

Healthcare Benefits on the Rise

2023-08-30T12:25:21-04:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Open enrollment is around the corner and employers are scrambling to accommodate the rising cost. The annual premium for individual coverage has risen more than $225 per year on average, and family coverage has risen more than $700 per year on average from 2010 to 2022. Statistically speaking, prices for healthcare grow much faster than inflation and that combined with increasing employee demands has companies, both large and small, forced to make difficult decisions. […]

4 08, 2023

Cross-Train – Or Somebody Else Will

2023-08-04T12:05:00-04:00Categories: General News, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

In a recent poll, we asked our LinkedIn followers, “Is your current role related to what you went to school for?” Of the 152 respondents, the results are as follows: 59% - No, had a change of direction 37% - Yes, and I still love it 4% - Yes, but considering a change Well, over half of the respondents are currently in a role unrelated to their education. In fact, 50% of our team at Walrath Recruiting is currently in a role unrelated to their educational background. What this tells us is that these 89 people (or 59%) were given [...]

21 07, 2023

5 Ways to Stand Out (that don’t compromise your work-life balance)

2023-07-21T09:37:57-04:00Categories: Awards and Recognition, Behind the Scenes, General News, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Hustle culture is when a workplace places an intense focus on productivity, ambition, and success, with little regard for rest, self-care, or any sense of work-life balance. Gen Z’ers are every bit more ambitious (and even more anxious) than the overworked millennials before them, but they’re redefining what success looks like between work and life. We’re offering five ways to stand out amongst your colleagues that don’t threaten your work-life balance. […]

7 07, 2023

What’s in Your Paycheck

2023-07-06T15:55:07-04:00Categories: General News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Amongst the top cited reasons for job dissatisfaction is a lack of compensation, and in a day where the price of basic necessities is inflated, you may find yourself paying closer attention to your budget than ever before. With more than half of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, it’s imperative to know and understand your take-home. […]

6 07, 2023

Red Flags to Watch Out for in an Interview

2023-07-05T14:02:30-04:00Categories: Acing the Interview, General News|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Recent data suggests that the average full-time U.S. employee works over 2,000 hours per year. With so many hours spent working (with the same people), it’s important they’re not miserable. A job interview is arguably the most important step for a candidate or potential employer to determine whether the opportunity available is the best fit. The interview moves beyond the phone call and the obvious qualifications and imparts specific employment history and cultural suitability. Below we’ve listed common red flags (given both by the candidate and employer) that dissuade a job offer or acceptance. […]

23 06, 2023

Understanding Burnout

2023-06-22T10:20:45-04:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Burnout is defined as “a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that also involves a sense of reduced accomplishment and loss of personal identity.” Believe it or not, burnout is the #1 reason employees in the U.S. seek alternate employment. Although there is no specific medical diagnosis, it can be simpler to spot than you’d think. Here are ways to prevent burnout, and how to deal with it when it arises. […]

16 06, 2023

The Truth About Lying On Your Resume

2023-06-16T10:17:21-04:00Categories: General News, Resumes & Cover Letters|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Believe it or not, 85% of people admit to lying on their resume, and a misrepresentation of your skills or experience can only hurt you, if not immediately, then in the long run. It’s a quick way to burn bridges and hinder your reputation, and I can almost guarantee you will be found out. You may be thinking, “What’s the harm in a slight exaggeration?”, or worse, you may not even realize you’re doing it. We’re here to put your mind at ease so you can confirm your resume does not contain any of these falsifications, and if it does [...]

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