Adecco Survey: Top 10 Jobs for Mature Workers for National Employ Older Workers Week The number of job seekers over the age of 50 is rising, and both hiring managers and human resources departments are beginning to recognize the value mature workers can bring to a company. According to a new study by Adecco Staffing,Continue reading “Top Ten: Mature Workforce More Valued”
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Help Wanted: Five Hottest Careers
Looking for your next exciting opportunity on the job market? Or do you simply want to make a mid-career change? The most effective job search strategy starts with knowing what jobs are available, and adapting your skills to suit the marketplace. The good news is—there are lots of great jobs out there; including occupations inContinue reading “Help Wanted: Five Hottest Careers”
Ten IT Concerns: Security, Stability Top List
For today’s business outlook, innovation equals freedom—the freedom to do business from everywhere. The phenomenal growth in mobile technology allows business owners the ability to gather critical information anywhere, anytime they want. Portability has become the heart of this new information revolution, with cloud-based services at the forefront.
NLRB: Costco Social Media Policy Unlawful
Costco Wholesale’s policy on social media use by employees violates protected communications, according to a recent ruling by the National Labor Relations Board. On September 7, the NLRB issued a Decision and Order invalidating Costco Wholesale Corporation’s electronic posting rule; they also found unlawful portions of the employee handbook, which prohibited employees from making statementsContinue reading “NLRB: Costco Social Media Policy Unlawful”
EEOC Rule Change For Background Checks
Can a youthful mistake—like a run-in with the law that occurred decades ago—keep a person from getting a job? It may not be the case, based on new guidelines for employers determined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC recently updated the official position on criminal background checks. The new policy was approved this week,Continue reading “EEOC Rule Change For Background Checks”
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