Finding and keeping talented employees is a challenge for any business, but the cost of losing an employee can be significant. According to recent studies, it costs businesses between 40-60% of an entry-level employee’s annual salary to replace them when they quit. Therefore, it’s important that employers understand why people are leaving so they can […]
Tips for Mastering Remote Work
Working remotely is becoming more and more popular each year. In fact, according to a study by Gallup, 43% of American workers reported that they spent at least some time working remotely in 2016. The benefits of remote work are clear: employees can save time and money on transportation, reduce their stress levels, and have […]
How to Talk About Your Mental Health (with Your Employer)
When you look around in your workplace, you probably cannot tell which of your coworkers might be struggling with their mental health. After all, most people tend to struggle privately when they experience mental health issues. Yet, you would be surprised to know that the CDC confirms that one in five people in America struggles […]
When to Take a Mental Health Day
Nearly all of us have, at some point, felt too stressed at work. When you are already struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, the need to take a day off from work solely for your mental wellbeing becomes imperative. This can help relieve stress, prevent the risk of burnout, and help […]
5 Tips to Help You Make a Smooth Career Transition
The thought of making a career change may seem overwhelming, especially if you’ve been in the same profession for a long time. You may have gotten comfortable in your current job position and be wondering why you need to make that change. However, making a career switch can be life-changing and totally worth it. You have to reflect on whether […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Perfect Resume
When a company is recruiting, the hiring managers will first look at a person’s resume before deeming them worthy enough to invite them for an interview. As such, the candidate’s resume, not the candidate himself, will make the first impression on the hiring managers. Because of this, it is essential that your resume be created in a way […]
What Your Resume and Cover Letter Should Look Like in 2021
Yes, cover letters matter. If you want your job application to stand out in the challenging job market of 2021, you must cover all ends and create a stellar cover letter and resume. The current global pandemic and the resultant economic recession have drastically changed the current job market. Several employees were either let go, […]
Killer Tips on How You Can Improve Your Virtual Presentations
Virtual presentations have become a norm today – especially with the onset of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Professionals from every line of work are expected to rely on their virtual presentation skills to help them communicate through team sessions and give business reviews. Regardless of whether you are engaging customers, performing quarterly business reviews, or […]
Getting Your Resume Past An ATS
If getting a job during the global pandemic wasn’t hard enough, recruiters around you have added another complication to the mix. Even though it might feel like you’re throwing resumes into a black hole on the daily – it might probably be a new recruiter shtick you aren’t aware of yet. Before the holy hands […]
Making First Impressions Count: The Ultimate Guide
Whether you are a business owner, an employee, a sales manager, or any other important entity in the business world, the first impression you create of yourself can help make or break your position in the industry! When you meet someone for the very first time, all it takes for them to evaluate you is […]