You arrive at work a few minutes late or sneak into a meeting after it started. What does it really matter? In practical terms, it might not seem like a big deal. But showing up on time might make the difference between career advancement and eventual unemployment. Not convinced? Here’s why being punctual at work is so important: …
If only there was a lie detector machine for resumes. You could just strap them in and get to the truth. As it is, you need to rely on less scientific methods. You need to look out for red flags that could mean a candidate is lying on their resume. One study suggests that more than a third…
Along with its many other consequences, 2020 altered a lot of career trajectories. What’s more, the lingering economic uncertainty makes it difficult to plan for the future. Still, you can’t hold steady, waiting for better times. You need to find a way to continue to make progress, despite the challenging situation. That’s right: 2021 is coming. And with the New Year, you need…
About 16 million jobs are filled each year through staffing companies. At the same time, around 9 out of every 10 employers utilize recruiting firms in some way. But ask a typical job seeker about a staffing firm and what do you usually get? Yawns. Shrugs. General lack of enthusiasm. Why? Why are so many people indifferent about using…
References are a crucial part of the job-search process. They let potential employers learn more about your work habits and skill base. Here’s the best part: you get to pick the people they contact. It should provide a fool-proof way to improve your chances of getting hired. That is, if you don’t choose the wrong people as your references. …
It may seem like a good employee is always focused on work. And while dedication is crucial to achieving career success, complete devotion to your job can often backfire. In many ways, you become a better employee when you maintain a good work/life balance. This may seem counterintuitive. But becoming a more well-rounded person augments your ability…
If things are going well, your warehouse will be busy and in constant motion. However, this activity can increase the chance of injuries. To keep things humming, you need a consistent focus on safety, with every worker committed to maintaining compliance. In other words, all employees should follow the best safety practices in order to protect everyone’s…
Masks and other similar PPE have become the symbols of the COVID age. They have also become a source of political controversy, as many people push back against the restrictions the disease has imposed on our lives. But, as businesses open up and as people get back to work, it’s crucial to remember the importance of wearing…
As the economy fitfully ramps up again after the COVID-19 outbreak, many workers face a difficult question: head back to work or stay on unemployment? It underlines an issue that comes up any time a layoff happens. But, ultimately, you’re likely better off finding a job before the unemployment runs out. Now, the debate is particularly pointed. In…
There’s no doubt about it: 2020 has been a stressful year. COVID-19, the political situation, the economic uncertainty – the traumas are stacking up quickly (and the year is only about half done at this point). Everyone could use a little nudge to get their mental health back on track. Luckily, there’s an app for…
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