Avoiding Guilt & Obligation in the Workplace
Somebody asks you to do something that tweaks your sense of obligation. It could be a favor. It could be a contribution to a good cause. Maybe you feel manipulated. That sneaky feeling of obligation should put you on red alert to take a moment to pause. Think about whether you are responding out of […]
Mobile Recruiting: There’s an App for That
Remember that old iPhone commercial that touted “There’s an app for that”? Attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent is the foundation of successful companies. A recent study by Simply Hired revealed that 70 percent of job seekers are using their mobile phones to find jobs. In addition, forward thinking companies are leveraging mobile apps to hire […]
Google Calendar Trick for Employers During The Busy Hiring Season
It’s the end of January and that means many employers are gearing up for college recruiting. The spring semester is a flurry of excitement and keeps recruiters busy, traveling from one campus to the next. But how will students know when you’ll be at their school? Consider adding an events calendar to your corporate career […]
How Much Importance Should Educational History Be Placed In Hiring
Most of us have been told throughout our lives that getting a good education from a respectable college or university is essential for success in getting hired and forging ahead in our preferred job industry. But in the 21st century, does that advice still hold up? Surprisingly, the answer is yes and no. In fact, […]
Manner Monday: New Year, New Goals and Gratitude
Every Sunday Blogging4Jobs invites our resident Etiquette Expert, CareySue Vega (@Etiquette101), to share tips when it comes to etiquette in the workplace during our own Manner Monday segment. When working on your goals, and new resolutions, how about adding ‘gratitude’ to the list. Yes, you’ve heard me talk about the importance of ‘thank-you notes’ in […]
5 Ways to Ultimate Job Satisfaction
5 Ways to Ultimate Job Satisfaction The economic face of our country is changing. Cultures and generations are colliding and we’re smack dab in the middle of trying to define new norms and values. One half of the story is that we should feel good about our jobs and be passionate about what we do […]
