Posts by Derek Cirino
Relocating for a New Career in 2021: 8 Things to Know
The world created by the COVID-19 pandemic is a very different one. The rise of remote working has led to numerous changes in the workforce. People now prioritize new things, such as access to more open spaces and the option of working remotely. The NPD Group, which specializes in market research, has estimated that 28%…
Read MoreUnique Questions to Ask Prospective Employees
There’s no way around it: the Coronavirus pandemic has utterly changed the business world. Due to new health and safety restrictions and an abundance of precautions for both employees and customers, businesses around the nation have been forced to adapt their workplaces to this new way of life. For many businesses, adaptation has come in…
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Managing Your Employees PTO
Time off is an important part of maintaining a healthy work-life balance; and paid time off, also known as PTO, is a great way for your company to promote this philosophy. But how do you create a plan that suits the needs of your employees while also keeping your business objectives on track? Here, we’ll…
Read MoreWhy Do Prospective Employers Run a Credit Check? How to Make Sure Your Credit Is Up to Par
If you are finding work at higher levels of an organization or looking for opportunities in select industries, applying for a new job may come with a few intricate requirements. From displaying a stellar employment history to an impressive educational background, you have to tick quite a few boxes for your job application. Running a…
Read MoreHow to Live on a Post-Grad, Post-Pandemic Paycheck
By Ann Lloyd, Student Savings Guide Used to be, when you got a full-time job after college, you were golden. You had a guaranteed paycheck — it might not have been huge, but it was enough to live on, and there was nowhere to go but up. You’d worked four years or more to earn…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Relocating For Your Career
It’s almost impossible to know where life will take you when it comes to your career. Sometimes, a job leads you to a small town you’ve never heard of before, and other opportunities might call for big-city living in a corporate office. Maybe you have a clear vision of where you want to take your…
Read MoreChanging Paths? 5 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Your New Career
Sometimes life takes an unexpected twist or turn, and you find yourself changing careers. In fact, among millennials, changing jobs is more common than ever. So, if you’re one of the millions of people that decide to switch it up, you know you’re in good company. Still, you’re probably hoping for concrete advice on what…
Read MoreCareer Paths to Pursue During the Pandemic (And Beyond)
Photo by Brooke Cagle from Unsplash A pandemic hitting the global economy will affect businesses that are either big or small. Most employers have adapted to social distancing regulations by transitioning to a work-from-home setup. With this, the use of technology and the internet is higher than ever. Career paths that heavily rely on the…
Read More5 Video Interview Tips for Hiring Managers
Whether you’re looking to fill a role or you’re job-searching during a pandemic, one thing’s for sure…there are likely plenty of curveballs coming your way. From the uncertain job market to new rules and regulations, hiring in 2020 looks a whole lot different than any of us can remember. If you’re struggling to navigate through…
Read More4 Financial Considerations To Keep In Mind When Making A Career Change
As if the first day at a new job isn’t difficult enough, making a career change comes with a slew of important decisions in the months – or even years – leading up to the big day. Whether you’re moving across state lines, diving into a completely new industry, or simply transitioning to a new…
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