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While cupid’s arrow shouldn’t be aimed anywhere near the workplace, there is a fun and appropriate way to celebrate this holiday of love. Here are some great ideas to spread love, cheer, and perhaps some dessert in the office this Valentine’s Day.Some view this holiday as cringe-worthy, but there are a lot of positive ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day that not only inspire your fellow co-workers but also do good in the community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show your co-workers how much you appreciate them, and to lift spirits in the workplace, increase positivity, and foster a…

There are a lot of companies that will choose to fire employees instead of laying them off. Let’s walk through the instances when this happens so you can better prepare yourself. Placing The Blame On You Lots of companies right now are deciding to make significant cuts. They aren’t making their numbers. They’re not feeling financially secure. Whatever the reason may be, the biggest expense is people, so the fastest way to save money is to cut staff.Now, most companies will be transparent about this and admit that it’s a layoff. They didn’t perform well. They need to make changes.…

In the wake of the pandemic, businesses worldwide rapidly adopted tools such as video conferencing technology to facilitate remote collaboration within distributed teams. Despite the move towards this technology, large workshops that were traditionally dependent on physical spaces have continued to remain in-person events for many organizations.And I get it—meeting in person can help foster camaraderie and sidebar conversations. Employees can tune out from the constant Slack and email notifications, focusing on the task at hand. But in my experience, in-person working sessions also bring on massive inefficiencies. Many colleagues are forced to dust off their suits and travel from…

So, you know it is important to have the two Qs as you build out your network: quality and quantity. But have you considered the importance of having a well-rounded network?In this labor market, having a strong network is critical to your career success. There are plenty of tips and articles on where to find people, how and when to connect with them, and even what you need to say to attract and maintain your network. This article focuses on who should be in your network.Here are the top 10 people who should be in your network, no matter if…

So you make it to the last round of interviews and the hiring manager offers you the job. Before you accept that job offer, there’s one thing you should do to ensure you’re making the right career decision. What You Need To Do Before Accepting A Job Offer @j.t.odonnell Reply to @nataliemae.loves NEVER ACCEPT A JOB UNTIL YOU SO THIS #careertiktok #careeradvice #jobseekers #joblife #jobsearch #jobtips #joboffer #work ♬ Good as Hell – LizzoIf you’re at the end of a job interview and it’s clear the employer is interested in you and will probably offer you the job, you shouldn’t accept the job offer until you do your…

The primary goal of your resume is to help you stand out to employers so they give you a call and invite you in for an interview. It’s the first impression a hiring manager has of you, and the first step to landing a job. So, how do you optimize your resume so it beats the competition? Many job seekers feel lost when writing their resumes. What should you include on it? How much information is enough? What do hiring managersreally want to see?If any of these questions have crossed your mind, don’t worry. Here’s the one thing you need…

Some people experience anxiety when their emails go unanswered. Anxiety from unanswered emails is especially prominent in job seekers.At least once a day, a client contacts me in a frustrated panic because the email they sent days ago to a colleague, perspective networking contact, online application, recruiter, and so on hasn’t been answered. Each time, I walk them through the three tips that should be followed to increase the chances they get a response.They are… 1. Wait One Full Business Week Before Following Up While it feels like months to you, to the person you sent the email to, a…

Over hundreds of years, lawyers and judges seem to have developed a language of their own, rife with Latin terms you can’t decipher without those ninth-grade notes you lost after the final. This secret language gives legal professionals a certain dramatic mystique that can be intimidating, sexy, and, as every law student knows, annoying to learn. What Do These Words Mean?  1. Objection“Objection” is used to protest when an opposing lawyer asks an inappropriate question of a witness. A lawyer can also object when a witness makes a statement that has nothing to do with the question at hand.2. SustainedIf…

During times of crisis, many companies are forced to cut costs drastically, resulting in mass layoffs and hiring freezes. If the company isn’t making money (or worse, is losing money), it can’t afford to keep paying all of its employees. If you’re worried your job might be in jeopardy, it’s important to get crystal clear on your ROI. As an employee, you need to ask yourself, “Am I saving or making the company money?”Employees who save or make their company money are often viewed as “indispensable” and won’t be let go even during hard times.Want to save your job? Here…

At one time, job boards were the way to go for job seekers. It’s where you can post your resume for employers and recruiters to view and apply for job openings. But today, it’s a different story.The modern-day job search has changed, and finding your dream job (or just a good job) is about personal branding and leveraging your professional network. Imagine you are a hiring manager. Would you be more likely to take time to interview a candidate you don’t know except for what’s been given on a submitted cover letter and resume or someone who’s been referred to…