When applying for any job, job seekers have to show that they have experience in the position or field they are applying for to get a better shot at getting signed in. If you have the experience, there is less need to train you or give you a trial run. But, what do you do…
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Companies and businesses use to catch the attention of job seekers and top talents through sign-on bonuses. But, what exactly are sign-on bonuses and should you consider them if you find a job opening that offers them? Here’s a brief guide on what you need to know about sign-on bonuses: What is a Sign-On Bonus?…
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Are you experiencing problems getting a job offer or being chosen for an interview even after all the applications you made? There are many reasons why your applications are being ignored by hiring managers and potential employers. First, it could be that the HR department found itself overwhelmed with applications, and they can’t reply to…
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One of the tips you may get when applying for a job or looking for career opportunities is to get someone from “inside” the company to help you out. These people can vouch for you and increase your chances of getting these opportunities. But, not all people like having to socialise to build connections for…
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Are you past retirement age and still wish to continue your career? If that is a yes, you may be wondering how you can still get an equal opportunity in job openings that catch your interest despite your age. Fortunately, you can still make your application stand out by doing specific tweaks to it and…
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Contrary to popular belief, there are jobs out there that are open to seniors over 50 who are not yet keen on retiring. Nowadays, many companies and businesses are looking for workers who can work flexible work schedules regardless of their age. Older workers are easy to work with for these companies, and they are…
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With the advent of the internet comes more ways for employers and hiring managers to check what kind of applicants are applying for the positions they are trying to fill. Aside from the applicant’s resume, employers also look into the applicant’s social media to see the applicant’s personality. It is not uncommon to hear stories…
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Stay tune as I am finally able to squeeze out time to work on my first book that marries both parenthood and freelancing.
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As a job seeker, getting into the interview stage is a victory. However, it can be very tricky to figure out if you did well during the interview or not, especially if you can’t seem to remember what you said during that time. Even those who get the job would admit they forgot what happened…
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A crisis can happen at any time, and when it does happen, companies must be able to enforce crisis response measures to reduce its impacts on the company and its employees. These measures should help everyone throughout the crisis and even after it to make it easier to go back to normal. Any crisis can…
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Every company works differently to match the industry and operational goals they have. Some run the entire operations in the office; others run a remote-only operation, while a few focus on using either remote-friendly or remote-first models. Many often refer to both remote-friendly and remote-first work models as hybrid work, but they are pretty different…
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In every part of life, decisions are a constant. Whether picking your clothes for the day or planning your retirement, our choices will play a role in our subsequent actions. The same situation is seen in the workplace, where each decision has its pros and cons, and you have to make sure its impacts aren’t…
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As a job seeker, I will tend to check online to see if the position I interviewed for in the company is still active. If it is not, it may be a good sign since it may mean that the position is still open, and the hiring manager may still be deliberating about recruiting me.…
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They say that one is never too old to do something new, especially when it comes to work. Even if you are in your early 50s, you may get that urge to switch to a new career even if you are nearing retirement. While some would dissuade you from making that mid-life career change because…
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Whether you are researching for a company to apply for or received an offer but not sure if you will go for it, taking time to do research can help immensely in the decision making process. After you sort out your application or review the offer, it is time to check if the company is…
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The economy has constantly been under siege by unforeseen shifts in the world economy like recessions, pandemics and even armed conflict. As a result, companies have to introduce strict actions to keep themselves afloat, such as pay cuts, layoffs and recruitment freezes. Pay cuts entail a reduction in one’s monthly salary. The reduction percentage depends…
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Are you currently looking for a job? Or want to switch careers? If your answer is affirmative, you can be spoilt for choice as there are now thousands of websites online catered specifically for job seekers to find the jobs they like. However, not all of these sites are legitimate as some only repost job…
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When you ask people what they think makes a great and effective leader, you will get different answers. Some would say they are leaders who understand their employees and change the system to help employees flourish. Others say they are the ones who can get even the most stubborn employees to follow orders. A manager…
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Workplace stress and burnout are real problems for many big and small workplaces. The reason why workplace stress and burnouts vary and they can range from poor leadership, constantly high workload, lack of breaks to poor treatment by colleagues and team leaders. If it is not prevented or resolved, workplace stress and burnout can physically,…
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There is this unspoken rule that you should at least keep at it for a year or so when you take a job, even if you do not like it. One cannot predict the stability of the job market, and if you want to move on to a better career, you should do your best…
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