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On the Road to Career Bliss: Navigating Commute Choices for Job Seekers
by Guest Author, Miles Oliver There are many considerations that most job seekers think about when selecting a new job. In addition to the benefits and a friendly culture, many also consider how long it will take to get to and from work. Many candidates may see a long commute and automatically say no. But…
Read More9 in 10 jobseekers faced with this difficult decision
by Guest Author, Eliza Bavin If you’re looking for a new job and have suddenly been inundated with job offers you are not alone. New research from Robert Half found 86 per cent of Aussie office workers had received multiple job offers when looking for a new role. Unsurprisingly, salary was the deciding factor when choosing between roles, with…
Read More8 Effective Tips to Secure the Highest Possible Salary
by Guest Author, Laura Gesualdi-Gilmore The pandemic, and the Great Resignation that came with it, may have put a lot of people in the market for new jobs. In 2021, an average of more than 3.98 million workers quit their job each month. This marks the highest rate of workers willingly leaving jobs since the…
Read MoreAvoiding a bad boss – and joining the right team
by Guest Author, Rachel Loock When interviewing for a new job, remember that you’re assessing the company and the team you’ll be working with as much as they’re interviewing you. Start by researching the company and key players through their website, LinkedIn, online news articles and databases. But while online sources can be helpful, the…
Read MoreAsk for what you want in a new job
by Guest Author, Rellie Derfler-Rozin Are you looking through the details of a new job offer or planning to ask for a raise with your current employer? The labor shortage and need for good employees means you still have some leverage. And with inflation the highest it’s been in decades, you shouldn’t pass up the…
Read More3 GOOD Reasons to Turn Down a Job Offer
Sometimes you need to turn down a job offer. It happens. It’s usually not an easy decision, but many things need to be considered when making this decision. This article explores 3 good reasons to turn down a job offer. They aren’t about salary, location, or title – so what are they? #1. You aren’t…
Read MoreMy Biggest Remote Work Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them
Guest blog by Patrick Young from AbleUsa Trying to get used to working from home? I completely understand the struggle. I started working remotely years ago, and it took at least a year or so to figure things out. Now you can learn from my mistakes and make your own transition easier. So without further…
Read MoreIs a Promotion on Your New Year’s Resolution List?
Will 2020 be your year for a promotion? You’ve been working hard, hitting your deadlines, and accomplishing your goals. This year is your year for a promotion. We hope the following tips will help you be strategic in asking for your promotion. If you have additional tips or things that have worked for you, please…
Read MoreThe Value of Having a Business Mentor
The optimal time for a business mentor is when you are just starting your career or switching jobs or industries. This is not to say you wouldn’t benefit at other times–but this is when you might need a mentor the most. What exactly is a business mentor? The very knowledgeable people over at BusinessMentors.Org define…
Read MoreWhat is the most important thing about a first job?
Are you looking for your first job? Congratulations on entering the working world for the first time as a career person. Maybe you have had part time jobs or internships, but this is your first “real” job. What are you looking for? A lot of people would say, “Money!” Related: Job Search Tips for 2018…
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