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The Holiday Bonus

jobs2022-12-21T09:00:32-05:00Pop Culture Perspective|

The Holiday Bonus: It’s Good Business With the year wrapping up and companies winding down many are downsizing or eliminating holiday bonuses. A Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 9% of companies that have less than 100 employees offered a holiday bonus, whereas 3% of companies with over 100 employees offered a holiday bonus. Some businesses that have offered a holiday bonus in past years are struggling to do so in the present. But giving a little can go a long way. As an employer, distributing holiday bonuses is often seen as a gesture of gratitude and acknowledgment of your [...]

Is College Tuition Tarnishing the Future of Our Workforce?

jobs2022-12-16T08:39:34-05:00General News, Uncategorized|

According to a recent national report, higher-education enrollment has declined for the third consecutive year following the coronavirus pandemic. Though smaller than the previous year’s decline of 3.1%, the return to pre-pandemic enrollment is not happening as quickly as universities would like. Inflation paired with exorbitant tuition is likely deterring students from enrollment, and students are left questioning if the benefits are worth the investment. […]

What is Your American Dream?

jobs2022-12-14T10:08:46-05:00General News, Motivation, Uncategorized|

The “American Dream,” a phrase coined in 1931, in a best-selling book entitled Epic of America, remains a part of the American ethos nearly a century later. Author, James Truslow Adams described it as, “that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement.” Is it a figment of our imagination, or is achievement in the hands of those willing to take the risk? […]

Are You Shorting Your Recruiter

jobs2022-12-09T10:21:04-05:00All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, How To|

Did you know that over 70% of all jobs are not publicly posted on job boards, LinkedIn accounts, etc.? Many of these job openings are attributed to the creation of jobs for candidates proposed by a recruiter. Even more interesting, over 80% of all open jobs are filled through networking with a recruiter. Connecting with a recruiter is beneficial for both immediate job placements as well as future opportunities. The question is when you contact a recruiter, are you providing them with information relevant to your job specifications/requirements? […]

Wage Gaps – Connecting the Dots

jobs2022-12-08T09:53:05-05:00Behind the Scenes, General News|

2023 is upon us and (hopefully) starting with a bang. Beginning January 1, additional efforts will be made toward eradicating the ever-impending wage gap. To refrain from future wage gaps understanding what they are and why they exist is essential. […]

Holiday Party – Yay or Nay?

jobs2022-11-30T15:59:18-05:00Awards and Recognition, How To, Special Events|

Year-end is quickly approaching, and with COVID restrictions largely lifted, companies are eager to celebrate. Though some companies view this year’s “holiday party” as a retention solution – a chance to (finally) reengage employees after 2 long years, others feel different. With a projected recession and inflation on the rise, businesses all over are faced with a taut budget. […]

5 Ways Great Leaders Communicate

jobs2022-11-30T15:35:27-05:00Behind the Scenes, How To, Motivation|

“Communication – the human connection – is the key to personal and career success.” – Paul J. Meyer Leadership, to any extent, is not for the faint of heart. It requires accountability and can often be successfully achieved through quality communication. According to a recent Holmes report, the cost of poor communication has hit $37 billion. The opportunities for effective communication are endless. Read below where we address both verbal and non-verbal ways to communicate and achieve organizational success. […]

Transferable Skills – Why You Need Them on Your Resume

jobs2022-11-22T11:08:15-05:00General Job Search Advice, How To, Internships, Job Efficiency, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

12,000 employees and rising have been laid off by US tech companies as a result of cutbacks. It has arguably never been more important to set yourself apart from the – increasing – competition when it comes to finding new employment. Someone who may have been competing against 10 other applicants could now be competing with hundreds. Job seekers are left with the same question: What makes me more qualified? Three words – Highlight Transferable Skills. […]

Holiday Checklist

jobs2022-11-22T11:02:02-05:00Behind the Scenes, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|

Oh, the holidays! An expeditious time of year when, an already challenging, work-life balance becomes even harder to achieve. Last holiday season seemingly just ended, though you likely can’t recall what you did or where you were– it’s all a blur. The weeks leading to the holidays can often exacerbate burnout as you juggle end-of-year deadlines, performance reviews, travel, and holiday parties among other obligations. Below we will offer some ideas to help ease your stress and keep you on track this holiday season. […]

“Ghosting” Uncovered

jobs2022-11-18T10:31:08-05:00Behind the Scenes|

Ghosting is defined as the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. For all intents and purposes let’s emphasize that this originated through the abrupt termination of personal relationships. Ghosting has now infected professional relationships and is considered normal. A recent Indeed survey revealed that over 80% of employers have been ghosted by job candidates – some even after the point of hire. The question of why remains unclear. How Do Candidates Ghost? Ghosting in the workplace has maninfested itself in several ways, each more inexcusable than the last. [...]

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