In today’s job market, offering the full package is necessary to attract top talent and the best potential employees. The full package includes way more than just salary. People want a job that is desirable besides just the weekly paycheck. For some people this may mean paid vacations and solid insurance benefits. For others, an excellent Retirment plan could be at the top of their list. So with all these different factors, what exactly does make a job desirable? […]
We discuss the effects of the current low unemployment rate a lot, but it is super important when it comes to running your business! Professionals have so many opportunities at their fingertips to get up and run to if they see one that fits their needs better. It’s hard to attract and retain quality talent, which means you have to try to entice them and prove that you’re the company for them. Once you are working with them, you obviously don’t want them to leave. Find out how to increase employee engagement and retention by reading on! […]
[...]Getting a job offer is exciting and you may want to jump to accept immediately! But, it’s important to look at the fine print and details before signing a job offer. There are important questions that you should always ask or know the answer to before deciding if it’s the right decision. A new job or opportunity is a big life-change and it’s important to think and prepare beforehand. […]
It has become increasingly more difficult for companies to fill open roles with a lower pool of candidates to choose from. Top talent candidates are most likely interviewing at several companies, so it is important to prove that you are the best option for them. There are several ways to entice them, which you will learn about in the links below! Individuals want to work for a company that matches their values and needs. […]
When you begin looking for a new job, there are usually certain companies that you are more interested in working for. In this week’s Link Roundup we’ll be looking at what makes a certain employer more enticing than others. Sometimes it’s benefits and compensation, others times it’s something less tangible like a strong mission and a motivating team. Selected blogs and articles this week examine what makes a company attractive, and we’ve also selected a few articles with strong career and job search advice. […]
January 30th is National Plan for Vacation Day, with the intention of more Americans using their paid time off. Many of these days go unused, unfortunately. So in today's blog, we'll be explaining how vacation is not only good for you, it's also good for your career, and your health! It Gives You Something to Look Forward To For starters, having a vacation planned gives you something to look forward to on the calendar. So even if your days at work are long, you know you have something planned down the road that you can get excited about. This helps [...]
Today is National Stress Awareness day, so in today’s blog we’ll be highlighting some of the top stressors at work. In addition to identifying these causes of work stress, we’ll also explain how you can address them. While positive stress can be a motivating force, these causes of stress damage work quality and work ethic. They’re in no specific order, but all can be detrimental to a professional career. […]
Looking to take a few steps down your career path? Then this week’s Link Roundup is just for you! This week’s assortment of links and advice will help you make the right choices in your career. Whether you’re changing fields, figuring out what to do, or if you were just fired, there is some guidance in the links below! […]
When you’re considering a job, there are many different factors in play. Most people think of the salary first and foremost, but benefits can be equally important. What can be challenging is knowing when to bring them up in the process. Asking about vacation days in your first interview is a definite mistake. It’s a discussion that should be had later in the process, but just how much later? Today we’ll be answering that question. Below we will outline when is generally the best time to ask about benefits during the hiring process. […]
If you’ve ever seen “The Internship” you know the film showcases some of the unique benefits of working at Google. Free lunch, nap pods, campus bikes, and a ping pong table break-room are only a few that are shown. You may think the film embellishes on the fun atmosphere of Google, but it’s actually a very accurate portrayal of what it’s like to work for the search giant. Offering quirky benefits may have started in Tech Valley, but it’s now expanded beyond. Many other companies now offer unlimited vacation, nap rooms, and paid parental leave. That’s just to name a [...]
