Job Hunting Tips
Network! Think of the people you know — relatives, friends, professors, classmates, co-workers at summer jobs, and others. Make more of an effort to meet with… Read More »Job Hunting Tips
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Job Growth by Industry over the next decade: Number 1?
What are the hot jobs of the future? No one knows for sure, but the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) identifies occupations that are… Read More »Job Growth by Industry over the next decade: Number 1?
What to Expect if Hired as an Office Clerk
General office clerks perform a variety of clerical tasks, including answering telephones, typing documents, and filing records. Duties General office clerks typically do the following:… Read More »What to Expect if Hired as an Office Clerk
80% of Resumes are Rejected in Just 11 Seconds – How To Write A Better One
The resume is the first impression a potential employer will have about you, long before an interview or introduction is possible. It’s one of the… Read More »80% of Resumes are Rejected in Just 11 Seconds – How To Write A Better One
Facts about the US Minimum Wage in 2019
What is the federal minimum wage? Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the federal minimum wage for covered nonexemptemployees is $7.25 per hour effective July 24,… Read More »Facts about the US Minimum Wage in 2019
Why are Apprenticeships making a huge comeback?
In June 2017, President Trump signed the Executive Order “Expanding Apprenticeships in America.” This Executive Order contained several important tasks and requirements to help modernize… Read More »Why are Apprenticeships making a huge comeback?
What is the Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Act?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. This… Read More »What is the Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Act?
U.S. DOL MAKES MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS ON APPRENTICESHIP EXPANSION
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor announced major milestones in the continuing effort to expand apprenticeships in the United States. This morning, a Notice… Read More »U.S. DOL MAKES MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS ON APPRENTICESHIP EXPANSION