If you want a technology job, head to Silicon Valley. That’s always been the assumption, but a new study shows that some tech workers fare better in different areas of the state, specifically San Diego. The study, authored by the website Hired, found that the average salary for a San Diego software engineer was $112,000,…
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With the economy still recovering, looking for work is a new game. Hiring is an expensive task for businesses, and if a new recruit doesn’t work out, that cost is at least doubled. Despite job growth, some companies are still cautious, and many prefer the less risky option of hiring a temporary employee. Temping could…
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In the past, employees found jobs and grew within their roles. Many stayed with a company for at least five years. Some built their entire future within one department, in one company, and within one industry. Today, nobody can count on that type of career path. Change is an inherent part of the modern employment…
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The number of Millennials in the workforce is increasing daily. Millennials are entrepreneurial and have a natural talent for creativity and technology. Put these two facts together, and it’s clear to see why it’s increasingly important for recruiters to know how to understand this generation’s talents and ambitions and how to engage them. Efficiency Millennials…
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A recent study found there’s a vast shortage of talent in the manufacturing industry. Roughly 3.5 million jobs will need to be filled within the next 10 years. With the baby boomer generation hitting retirement, businesses are facing fierce competition when looking for new recruits. Talent Shortage Hits the Manufacturing Industry Manufacturing isn’t like…
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The Supreme Court recently passed a ruling on the Affordable Care Act cementing its legality. With this ruling, businesses will supply healthcare benefits to employees to make healthcare affordable for everyone. This means a few changes for how business offer coverage. Employee Healthcare Options Will Change Because employees will now have more options in affordable…
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The job market seems to be looking up, with hiring momentum seeing an unexpected increase over this past year. Since last month, 280,000 new jobs have opened up and hourly pay has increased by .3%.
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LinkedIn is a useful, often overlooked tool in searching for a new job. Though a social network, it isn’t Facebook; growing a system of professional connections is a good way to reach out to those who can assist in finding jobs. As LinkedIn is a tool for finding employment, more care should be taken when…
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In years prior, contractors or temporary hires were typically viewed as less-than, low-wage workers. As business has evolved, so have perceptions about employment. Contract staffing continues to evolve to fill a different need.
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The job hunt is cumbersome and not always fruitful. As you fill out countless applications, send off innumerable resumes, and wait, you might wish you had an assistant. You do.
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