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Are Virtual Meetings Ineffective?

jobs2022-06-10T12:31:44-04:00Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency|

The productivity of virtual meetings is in question, and for good reason. Pre-Covid, if your coworker Tim was not in the office on Monday for your team meeting, he missed it. It was as simple as that. Now, whether you’re working in an office, hybrid, or remote, all your meetings are likely virtual, and you are expected to take part. Aside from team meetings, studies have shown that employees now spend over 300% more time in one-on-one meetings, as well. Previously, if you had a quick question, you would pop into Sam’s office across the hall and you were in [...]

3 Things to Consider When Raising Pay

jobs2022-06-10T12:08:55-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To|

As previously stated, employers are at the front of the line when it comes to The Great Resignation. Taking blows left and right with increasing demands from employees where immediate action is needed or they too, may start losing their valued employees. Or maybe you have already lost valued employees and are now trying to replace them with little to no luck. One of the more prevalent demands from employees is an increase in pay. If you feel that this is in your wheelhouse, there are a few things to consider when raising pay that we are here to shine [...]

Don’t Be Fooled by Your Passion

jobs2022-06-10T12:01:18-04:00Behind the Scenes|

“Do what you love, and you will never work a day in your life.” If you haven’t heard this phrase, you live under a rock. Believe it or not, in this blog we will debunk this phrase as it is not always the case. The problem really comes in in the second half of the phrase that states that you will, “never work a day in your life,” if you find your true passion. We are here to tell you that it doesn’t matter how much you love what you do, you will have hard days just like everyone else, [...]

What Does Your Total Package Include?

jobs2022-06-08T16:24:48-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers|

Picture this, you’re in a job search and you land an interview for a seemingly perfect position. You go to the interview with a salary in mind that would be EPIC if offered, and to your surprise, they offer $5k over that! Without hesitation you accept their offer, you put in your two weeks’ notice at your current role and before you know it, you’re on your way to sign employment paperwork and get whatever other ducks in a row that you need to before your first day. Except now you’re signing all your tax and insurance paperwork, etc. and [...]

Unlimited PTO – What They Don’t Tell You

jobs2022-06-08T15:45:25-04:00Behind the Scenes|

The phrase, “unlimited PTO,” is probably accompanied by an exciting feeling in your belly and a smile ear-to-ear. Now you can go on both family vacations, attend your friend’s bachelorette week in Nashville, and still have extra time to extend your holiday breaks with no remorse, right? Not exactly. Some things sound too good to be true for a reason, and if you have to ask, “what’s the catch?” there’s probably a good reason why. In this blog, we will uncover some of the “cons” to consider as both an employee and an employer when talking about unlimited PTO. [...]

5 Tips to Be a 5 Star Employee

jobs2022-08-09T12:59:39-04:00Awards and Recognition, How To, Motivation|

Whether you’re a new kid on the block or going into your 10th year with your company, you may have found difficulty making yourself stand out amongst your colleagues at one time or another. There always seems to be that one person who swoops in with ease and steals the attention, oftentimes scoring opportunities for themselves that you may not be offered. Becoming a star employee is certainly worth striving for, and plenty achievable for everyone! Fortunately, we are here to give you 5 tips to get to the top of your employers’ list and [...]

Are You Ready for Retirement?

jobs2022-08-09T12:59:02-04:00General News, Motivation|

Are you preparing for retirement? Whether you’ve recently entered the workforce or are a seasoned vet, preparing for your retirement should be at the top of your “to-do” list, and if you fail to prepare, you should prepare to fail. The last place you want to find yourself is at the cusp of 50 years old, having not yet begun a retirement account of some sort. Luckily for you, there are a variety of options available at your fingertips when it comes to preparing for retirement. You will need to research your options and determine [...]

What NOT to Add to Your Resume

jobs2022-08-02T13:32:08-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To, Resumes & Cover Letters|

We have previously discussed what you should be putting on your resume, but we thought it was also important to discuss some things you might be adding that are unnecessary. We understand that in some cases, you feel you need to bulk up your resume, but sometimes simple and sweet is the key. Adding unnecessary information can be mistaken as unprofessional and may deter the employer from considering you for their open position, so you’ll want to be diligent in making sure these things are not on your resume. […]

Why Are We Ghosting?

jobs2022-08-02T13:42:09-04:00Acing the Interview, All About Recruiters, Behind the Scenes, General News|

Serious question, why are we ghosting? This unfortunate habit which surfaced through the abandonment of dating your newest Tinder interest has changed course in the business world and it’s coming in with a bang. People would rather cower to their disagreements than speak the truth and the worst part is that it comes from all directions. I am not just singling out candidates who are ghosting interviews or job offers, I am also shining a light on companies who are ghosting candidates post-interview with no reason as to why they do not want to move forward. The question is why [...]

Remote Work-Life Balance

jobs2022-06-01T16:36:12-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To|

With remote work being the new norm we thought it was time to address ways to separate work and home life. You may be adapting to bad habits without realizing it, and though working from home to some is a luxury, you are not exempt from the necessity of a work-life balance. There are two sides to everything in life, and even working remotely comes with its share of negatives. Loneliness and isolation are the largest reported concern amongst remote workers. So, the question is how do you prevent yourself from falling into this feeling, or if you already feel [...]

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