Category Archives: employer

5 Signs Your Boss Doesn’t Like You, and How to Handle Them

signs your boss doesn't like you

Do you find yourself feeling down on the job because you don’t get a positive vibe from your boss, and feel they don’t like you?  Not only is any relationship that doesn’t make you feel good about yourself hard to deal with, but you could also be anxious about the future of your job, which […]

Is Going Back to Your Old Job an Option for You?

going back to an old job

In your pursuit of the ideal job, have you ever considered working for a previous employer?  Nowadays, the option of going back to an old job is becoming more and more popular for jobseekers (commonly referred to in this case as “boomerang employees”.   According to a study done by Workplacetrends.com, 76 percent of HR professionals […]

Employment in a Click: Independent Contractors on the Rise

independent contractors

Thanks to the rise in the use of technology and smartphones, the world is seeing a shift towards an “on-demand” economy, where consumers can obtain virtually any product or service they desire instantly with the simple click of a button.  The trend has really gained momentum with the rising popularity of Uber, a car service […]

Pros and Cons of Allowing Children in the Workplace

children in the workplace

As more and more companies look to improve their employees’ work/life balance and accommodate the family lifestyle, the topic of whether or not children should be permitted in the workplace has been heavily debated.  Nowadays, it is very common for both parents in a household to work in order to bring in the income needed […]

The Importance of Choosing the Right Employee Benefits Plan

employee benefits

When searching for a job, many peoples’ eyes light up when they hear high salary numbers. But in reality, many salaries aren’t as high as they sound if they either aren’t offering an employee benefit plan, or the benefits provided are low quality. The long-term costs that employment benefits such as retirement investment options, health insurance and […]

Looking to Work at Home?

telecommuter

More and more employees are gaining interest in working from home. It’s an alluring work arrangement for several reasons, including no commute, flexible scheduling, no direct supervision, and the comfort of being in your own home. But it’s definitely not for everyone. There are multiple drawbacks, including limited employee contact, a reliance on virtual communication, […]

Last Minute Summer Jobs: There’s Still Time

summer jobs

The summer job season has already begun, but there are still plenty of places hiring workers. But you need to act fast. If you are having trouble finding a summer job, or simply have not started looking, you should try focusing your search on one of the following locations. Last Minute Summer Jobs 1.)    Retail […]