How excited were you when you held your first smart smartphone? With so many devices suddenly compacted into one screen, and a wealth of knowledge and communication at your very fingertips, the opportunities appeared limitless. And they still are, to a certain extent. However, the technology hasn’t been without its negativity. How many times have […]
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How to Make Email Work for Your Job Hunt
When you are searching for a new gig, you will absolutely need an email to use. The reasons may be different. For example, you are going to send a CV to the prospective recruiter or you might need to ask for current job offerings. Setting up networking is a motivating driver in order to figure […]
Conducting Mass Layoffs Effectively and With Respect
It’s long been established that the life blood of any company are its people. Whether rank-and-file or upper management, the people who work for the company are directly responsible for the enactment of a company’s mission and vision. A company’s workers also directly contribute to the success or failure of a company’s business. But there […]
Job Hunting Tips for English Speakers in Paris
Finding a job in Paris isn’t easy, and it’s even harder for English speaking expats! While learning French as quickly as possible is essential – we wouldn’t recommend speaking English to a Frenchman – when it comes to finding a job, you’ll need a slightly different approach. Instead of looking for jobs that don’t require […]
8 Steps You Should Take Before Hiring a New Employee
If you are a small business owner who does not have an HR department set up quite yet, the task of onboarding new employees may fall to you. While outsourcing onboarding to an outside HR advisor or adopting an integrated HR system are both options, it would be more cost effective to handle the process […]
Many Workers Ask: How Can an Employer Force Overtime Work?
It’s easy, they can — at least under federal law. Yes, an employer can force overtime and can fire you if you decide to refuse. That’s what the federal overtime rules say in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA doesn’t set any limits on how many hours a day or a week you […]