Happy And Succeeding In The Future Of Work
Four Things To Do Right Now To Successfully Improve Your Work Life
It’s understandable if you are experiencing a perpetual feeling of doom, as inflation, a recession and the possibility of armed conflicts with Russia and China dominate the headlines. You know that you need to do something, but are stuck in inertia due to all the uncertainty. However, no one is coming to rescue you. Success is entirely up to you. Starting right now, go after what you want. It’s time to get out of your rut and accelerate your career.
Here’s What To Say In An Interview To Land The Job Offer
You don’t have to put so much pressure on yourself when interviewing for a new job. There are only a few things that you need to say to stand out. The key is to show interest, in-depth knowledge about the company, why you are a great fit and the value you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll also need to close the deal by letting the interviewers know you’ll gladly accept the role if offered.
Malcolm Gladwell Slams Working From Home: ‘What Have You Reduced Your Life To?’
Author Malcolm Gladwell thinks that remote work is hurting society and that a recession will likely drive employees who are “sitting in their pajamas” back into the office. The bestselling author of “Blink” and “The Tipping Point” grew emotional and shed tears as he told the Diary of a CEO podcast hosted by Steven Bartlett that people need to come into the office in order to regain a “sense of belonging” and to feel part of something larger than themselves.
The U.S. Economy Is Splitting In Two
It’s showing up in recent company earnings, measures of consumer debt, and data on who lives paycheck to paycheck. Low income shoppers are cutting back and relying on credit cards, while their wealthier peers are still splurging on vacations and luxury items. Simon Property, the largest owner of US shopping malls, said Monday that it’s seeing JCPenney shoppers rein in their spending while others continue to spend at higher-end stores like Brooks Brothers.
Coinbase Slapped With Two Class-Action Suits
Crypto exchange Coinbase got slapped with two separate class-action lawsuits this week, less than two weeks after the announcement that the company was reportedly under SEC investigation.
The Many Ways JPMorgan Keeps Tabs On Its Workers—From Their Zoom Calls To In-Office Attendance
It started with the swipes. JPMorgan has asked half of its workforce to return to the office five days a week, and another 40% to come in a few days a week. In an effort to enforce its return-to-office policies, the company has taken to compiling special “reports” and dashboards that managers can use to call and email staffers who fall short of their in-office mandates, bank workers said.
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75% of New Jobs Require A Degree While Only 40% of Potential Applicants Have One
In recent years, amid college admissions scams and student debt, a new debate is emerging around higher education. An increasing number of people are questioning the “paper ceiling” — the barrier for skilled job seekers who lack a bachelor’s degree. The education press is calling this an ontological threat in that it questions the existence and value of college itself, while accusing the system of perpetuating multiple forms of inequity. Of course, higher education often has found itself a political football in the past. What makes this time different is its critique of functions universities typically have seen as their strength: providing skills for employment and meaning for life.
These 30 Companies Will Help Employees Pay Off Their Student Loans
Federal student loan payments, most of which were paused during the pandemic, are set to resume in September. And yet, 93% borrowers say they are not financially prepared to restart payments, according to a survey by the Student Debt Crisis Center and Savi. With no break in sight for rising prices, many Americans are simply stretched too thin, other studies show.
Don’t Read Vacation Emails, Keep Your Return Date A Secret And Other Tips For Hacking Your PTO
Americans are notorious for not taking a break. The average U.S. worker took less than 12 days of vacation in 2021 — six fewer than the global average — according to Expedia’s latest Vacation Deprivation study of 14,500 working adults across 16 countries. Yet an overwhelming majority of workers say taking vacations makes them feel more patient and motivated when they’re back on the job.
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Jack Kelly is the CEO, founder, and executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms in his area of expertise. He has personally placed thousands of professionals with top-tier companies over the last 20-plus years. Jack is passionate about advocating for job seekers. In doing so, he founded a start-up company, WeCruitr, at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. The mission of WeCruitr is to help people in need and make the job search more humane and enjoyable. As a proponent of career growth, Jack shares his insider interviewing tips and career advancement secrets as a Senior Contributor for Forbes. He also covers timely topics related to corporations, high-profile people, Wall Street, politics and other important matters. The pieces offer insight into the news and how it may impact your career. Jack is the author of Happy and Succeeding in Your Job Search, as well as the host of Happy And Succeeding In The Future Of Work and cohost of the Blind Ambition podcast.