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How to Leverage a Job Offer from Another Company to Earn You More Money with Your Current Employer
3/20/2017
You have the offer, but what if your current company counteroffers--and for more money? Find out how to leverage a job offer from another company to earn more money with your current employer. -
Bosses are People Too
3/20/2017
Bosses are people, but sometimes it’s easy to forget managers and supervisors have flesh, blood and corpuscles like everyone else. This is why you shouldn't forget that. -
What happens when you do a little digging on a job candidate and discover they have a horrible online reputation? Do you move on to someone else or keep them in the hiring process? Read our take.
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Since it usually doesn't top the list of "best" cities for veterans to live, it may seem as if Washington D.C. is not a great place for veterans to retire. That being said, when it comes to jobs, the city ranks much better. Learn why.
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Are Ethics Just for Suckers?
8/6/2023
If everyone is breaking the rules just a tiny bit, does it really matter? Yes, it really does, according to social scientists. Learn why ethics are an important consideration for every employee. -
When workers are demotivated, they’ll fall back on doing the absolute bare minimum. They may be mostly doing their job, but they likely aren’t doing it well and they don’t really care anymore. That kind of disengagement has an insidious long-term effect that goes beyond the individual employee. I...
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Maximizing Your Benefits: Utilizing Tuition Reimbursement for Professional Development and Furthe...
11/15/2023
A tuition reimbursement program might be your company’s most valuable employee benefit. Learn why you shouldn’t pass up this assist in continuing your education. -
The Jobs Outlook for Large D.C. Media and Communications Firms Before, During, and After COVID-19
8/5/2021
There has never been a shortage of media and communications firms in D.C., and most of them are still standing. But what do they have to look forward to in the future? -
A good mentor will be able to assist you in both your personal and professional development—essentially, helping you realize your full potential. Here are some of the benefits of having a workplace mentor.
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Custom Content by: The MIL Corporation (MIL)
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In the gig economy, more and more companies are turning to temporary workers to fulfill staffing needs.
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When your manager asks you to do something that seems to be beyond your usual responsibilities, you may want to tell her you can’t do it, but no matter the request, never respond with the phrase, “That’s not in my job description.”
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Learn how lateral moves can be beneficial to your career when done strategically
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Some interview questions seem custom-made to trip you up. They interrupt your flow, feel invasive, or don’t speak toward your skills and abilities. Some of these questions are illegal, but this isn’t one of those. “What is your greatest weakness?” is just…awkward. Here's how best to answer,
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You can benefit from growing your professional network and actively seeking out networking opportunities to meet new people in D.C. whether you’re just getting started with your first job or are already on a professional career track. Learn how.
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Career pages can be more than a repository of company job postings
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Layoffs: While there might not be a way to avoid the stress and anxiety, there are certainly things you can do to be prepared for a layoff cycle. Read on for all tips.
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Does your company have a policy in place that prevents you from discussing salary with your coworkers? You’re not alone. But others argue that discussing salary is the only way for employees to determine if they are being mistreated by their employers, either from neglect or discrimination. Is it...
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How to Interview the Right Way
3/23/2015
How to Interview the Right Way...or what a CHRO would tell you about how to interview. -
So how can you ensure your company’s brand is strong and reputable? Here are 14 ideas for you to consider: