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How toxic leaders destroy people as well as organizations Theo Veldsman, University of Johannesburg — There is a growing incidence of toxic leadership in organisations across the world. This is clear from anecdotal evidence as well as research which suggests that one out of every five leaders is toxic. My own research shows that closer […]
In a post-pandemic world, 61% of working parents want remote work full-time, while 37% prefer a hybrid work arrangement, according to a survey commissioned by Flexjobs.com. Additionally, 62% say they would quit their current job if they can’t continue remote work. Between March and April 2021, FlexJobs.com, a remote work employment website, surveyed more than […]
Continue reading …BETHLEHEM, PA — College graduate starting salaries rose, despite the pandemic. Overall, the average starting salary for the college Class of 2020 was $55,260, according to a new report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). NACE’s Summer 2021 Salary Survey shows that the new college graduate starting salaries average is 2.5% above […]
Continue reading …This report from Stateline, an initiative of the Pew Charitable Trusts, detailed show in-person workers, those who cannot telecommute, are reluctant to return to work as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. By Tim Henderson, Stateline, an initiative of The Pew Charitable Trusts — Donald Trinks is seeing both sides of the labor problem in his restaurant: […]
Continue reading …US job postings on Indeed.com on August 13 were 36.6% above February 1, 2020, the prepandemic baseline. Job postings have slipped in construction and loading & stocking. Job postings on Indeed.com are a real-time measure of labor market activity. On August 13, 2021, they were 36.6% above February 1, 2020, the pre-pandemic baseline, after adjusting […]
Continue reading …More than 75% of job seekers put work-life balance first on their wants list when looking for a new job, followed closely by remote work flexibility, according to a new report from Cella, a nationwide staffing, consulting and managed solutions firm. Even more than work-life balance, Cella’s 2021 Creative, Marketing and Digital Talent Report found […]
Continue reading …Data from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) highlight the effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the results of efforts to mitigate its spread in 2020. With the challenges of the pandemic, many of the JOLTS data elements experienced shocks early in the year before returning to previous trends. Data […]
Continue reading …Your mother told you to do it, and research shows she was right: Saying thank you not only displays impeccable manners but also may give job hopefuls an edge. Ninety-one percent of human resources managers in an Accountemps survey said it’s helpful for job candidates to send a thank-you following an interview. Doing so allows you to […]
Continue reading …Those looking for their first jobs out of college also must look out for potential career pitfalls. In today’s market, there is little room for error, and even seemingly minor mistakes can derail a job search. Accountemps cites seven common job search mistakes and how to avoid them: Restricting your outreach: Spread the word about your job hunt […]
Continue reading …Like other recent graduates, you may be finding the current job market challenging. Many employers are eager to hire financial talent, but they also typically want candidates with specific skills and practical experience. Catching a hiring manager’s attention is never easy. However, by focusing on some important basics — the job search “ABCs” — you could […]
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