Every interviewer is looking for an ideal candidate for their organization. To get the job you need to be their ideal candidate. So, what is an ideal candidate? Definition of an ideal candidate can differ from organization to organization. These are the most common criteria: Continue reading »
Bullying rises 43% in the last few years.
Harassment at work or “mobbing” has increased by 43% in the last few years representing more than 2.5 million people.
The current economic crisis means we are in difficult times in terms of finding work, but for some, it is also very difficult to keep their job without suffering some kind of harassment.
It is true that we are in a free market economy, and as such, the law of supply and demand is what drives everything including the job market. The demand for labor is far lower than the supply of labour and that means, the employer is holding all the cards.
Earlier we posted about a test that allowed us to determine whether or not we were workaholics? Today we continue that discussion, specifically about the negatives of being a workaholic and how it directly relates to other addictions such as alcohol or drugs.
An armed security guard is a licensed gun holder who works to keep a building or business safe from crime, fire or other threats. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 17 percent increase in demand for security guards through 2016, resulting in the creation of 175,000 new jobs.
A felon is anyone who commits a felony and has been convicted of the crime. Felony offenses can be punishable with a wide range of penalties, ranging from at least a year of imprisonment to death. For felons who complete their sentences and are released, several jobs and career fields offer opportunities for productive work.
Everybody dreams of having an easy, stress-free job. While a list of the least stressful jobs can be subjective, certain criteria, such as freedom to work with limited supervision and on your own schedule, can help make a job seem less like work. While most jobs carry some stress, a job that gives you personal satisfaction and freedom and allows you to do something you enjoy can result in a less stressful career. Continue reading »
A web design business is a business in which you design websites for individuals and companies. Web design involves a combination of some graphic design knowledge as well as programming skills. Running a web design business also involves handling the business side of things in addition to the creative side of web design. Continue reading »
As most people have found, working 40 hours per week or more can bring on a lot of stress into one’s life. Working that much and being in the wrong field can add to that stress even more so. Beyond that, there are some jobs, even jobs certain people love to do, that are hands down the most stressful jobs in America. Continue reading »
Mechanical engineering careers require creativity, great communication skills and attention to details. Mechanical engineering involves designing and repairing any equipment and machinery with moving parts such as engines, toys and drills. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), careers in mechanical engineering are expected to increase one to six percent from 2008 to 2018. Continue reading »
While there probably aren’t many jobs that are 100 percent stress-free, there are certainly some jobs that are less stressful than others. Whether you’re contemplating a career change or deciding which career path to take, Continue reading »