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The Best And Worst Times To Search For A New Job
Not all times of the year are equal when it comes to seeking out a new job. The most opportune times are when you’re happy and succeeding at work, during the first few weeks of September and the start of the new year. Avoid embarking upon a job search during the holiday season and summer, especially in the month of August.
Powerball Jackpot Just Hit $1.04 Billion—Here’s What You’d Pocket After Taxes
After Saturday night’s drawing came and went without a winner, the Powerball jackpot has ballooned to a staggering $1.04 billion (yes, billion with a b.) The next drawing is Monday, Oct. 3 and according to the Multi-State Lottery Association, it’s the fourth largest jackpot in Powerball history. The last Powerball winning ticket was sold in California on July 19. Since then, there have been 32 consecutive drawings without a Powerball lottery winner.
Bankman-Fried Trial Poses Biggest Test To Date For Crypto's Top Cop
Sam Bankman-Fried’s upcoming trial on fraud charges marks a major test for a broader crackdown on white collar crime led by Manhattan’s top federal prosecutor: Damian Williams. Upon taking office in late 2021 as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Williams said “rooting out corruption in our financial markets” would be one of his top priorities – a familiar role for an office known as the main enforcer on Wall Street.
Let's Go Live with Jack Kelly
In this episode, I welcome my very good friend, Mark Anthony Dyson, as we discuss the hiring biases and mental toll job seekers endure when they have been long-term unemployed—out of a job for 6 or more months. We will also talk about the recent survey from ResumeBuilder.com where data shows that 4 in 10 hiring managers lie to candidates throughout the hiring process. As always, we will be bringing you helpful tips to navigate your job search, as you don't have to go it alone.
Don’t Expect the Same Raise You Got Last Year
Companies are trimming their budgets for merit raises next year, a sign of belt-tightening that could surprise some employees who had enjoyed two straight years of increases. U.S. employers surveyed by Aon Plc, which compiles compensation data on more than 5,500 employers, said merit raises will average about 3.7% across all industries next year, down from 3.9% this year, as companies rein in labor budgets and inflation eases from last year’s highs. A separate survey from workplace consultant Mercer found a similar trend, with merit-based salaries seen rising 3.5% next year, down from 3.9% in 2023.
How To Fight Back And Succeed Against Your Career-Limiting Mindset
There are times in your career when you feel stuck. Although you may have attended a top college and done everything right, something’s amiss. You notice that your peers are passing you by. You haven’t received a promotion or raise, and nothing seems to be going right. It feels like you are slowly sinking into quicksand. It could be that you are your own worst enemy. There may be psychological barriers that are holding you back on your forward trajectory in your career.
Six Habits I’ve Learned From Everyday People Who Became Super Successful — They Can Work For You Too
For the last 20-plus years, I’ve had the good fortune of speaking with thousands of successful people. Now, they’re not Mark Zuckerberg or Jeff Bezos, but rather everyday people who have intelligently navigated their careers and run thriving businesses. These folks earn $500k to over several million dollars a year and have accrued multiples of this amount. I’ve conducted this research in my capacity as an executive recruiter, interacting with corporate executives, and as a business owner of a search firm involved with networking groups of entrepreneurs.
The Blind Ambition Podcast
The Blind Ambition with Jack Kelly provides a candid look into the top companies in business and tech. Go behind the scenes with industry and workplace leaders and explore work culture, what it takes to land a role at these companies, and how to build, scale and thrive in your career. Hosted by Jack Kelly and Rick Chen and presented by the professional social network Blind.
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Jack Kelly is available to discuss a broad range of topics, including, but not limited to: the job market, the state of recruiting, trending news stories and career advice. He has appeared on CNBC, MSNBC, NBC, FOX, CBS, BBC and NPR. Jack has been quoted in the the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Economist, INC., New York Post and more.
About Jack Kelly
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 and How To Get A Job In Tough Times, as well as the co-host of the Blind Ambition podcast.