Viral Gen-Z Video About ‘Crazy’ 9-To-5 Work Culture Rings True
In a viral TikTok, Brielle Asero, 21, tearfully reveals why she is “so upset” after getting a taste of the post-graduate, 9-to-5 work grind. In the video, which has garnered over 23,000 comments and more than 230,000 likes, Asero shares that she feels depleted by the end of the work day, “The 9-to-5 schedule, in general, is crazy.” She explains, “I get off, it’s pitch black. I don’t have energy. How do you have friends? How do you have time for dating? How do you have time for anything? I’m so stressed out.”
What’s The Magic Number Of Résumés To Send Out? For Some, It Exceeds 500
The job market can be challenging for job seekers, and many factors can impact their ability to find new employment. However, it is essential for them to be persistent and to continue to apply for jobs that are the right fit for their skills, experience and background, as the application process is a numbers game. But how many résumés must a job seeker submit to be successful in their quest for a new role? For some people, the number has soared beyond 500 job applications, according to Bloomberg.
Why You Keep Failing In Interviews And What You Must Do To Correct It
A person can regularly engage in self-sabotage and not recognize the self-inflicted damage they are causing. When it comes to the job search, after continually interviewing with several companies and not receiving any offers, it may be time to take a step back and assess the situation. While most people find fault with the company for requiring too much from an applicant, it is also possible that the job hunter needs to take a good hard look at how they come across in the interview process.
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Why You Should Consider A Bridge Job If You Are In Career Limbo
Even though we live in an egalitarian society in the United States, people are still judged by their jobs and careers. Becoming unemployed is tough, and the troubles intensify without a financial safety net. For college-educated, white-collar professionals, economic uncertainty and corporate belt-tightening have made it increasingly more difficult to land another role, as hiring has slowed during the current white-collar “richcession.”
Why Poor Onboarding Experiences Can Lead To New Hires Not Showing Up On Their First Day
There is a part of the hiring process that doesn’t get enough attention: onboarding. According to the Society for Human Resources Management, the largest professional human resources organization, onboarding is “the processes in which new hires are integrated into the organization.” It includes background checks, completing the new-hire orientation, learning about the company, its corporate culture, mission statement and values and getting the new hires the tools and resources needed to become an integral team member.
Unlocking Skills And Growth: How IKEA Is Empowering Its Workers
Employee engagement in the United States is dropping. A recent survey by McKinsey & Company reveals that worker engagement fell to 32%, down 3% from the prior year. While these individuals fulfill the basic job requirements, they do just the bare minimum. Factors that lead to disengagement include feeling undervalued, poor work-life balance and a toxic workplace culture.
Why Frontline Workers Receiving Instant Pay And Digital Tips Is Meaningful In This Economy
Wouldn’t it be great if workers didn’t have to wait two weeks to receive their paychecks? In today’s world, with technological advances that bring users instant gratification, it almost seems antiquated for employees to wait for each pay period. DailyPay, a unicorn fintech start-up, has built a solution to this challenge. It offers an on-demand access platform that allows its corporate clients to pay their staff when they want the funds.
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A person can regularly engage in self-sabotage and not recognize the self-inflicted damage they are causing. When it comes to the job search, after continually interviewing with several companies and not receiving any offers, it may be time to take a step back and assess the situation. While most people find fault with the company for requiring too much from an applicant, it is also possible that the job hunter needs to take a good hard look at how they come across in the interview process. You can turn things around by self-reflecting, being honest with yourself, acknowledging your weak points, working to improve upon them and being open to feedback and constructive criticism.
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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.