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Dear Mindy: I am looking for a new job and don’t have the time to spend on social media. How important is my social media presence to my future employer? Searching Dear Searching: Most recruiters and hiring managers use social networking sites to research job... read more
On April 1, 2019, the New York Election Law was amended to provide employees with up to three (3) hours of paid leave to vote in any election. Employees no longer have to show that they do not have at least four (4) consecutive hours to vote before or after work in... read more
Do you know someone who can keep calm in a crisis and treats people with empathy? This person likely has high emotional intelligence. Why is high emotional intelligence important? The best managers inspire confidence, trust and long-term growth for their teams. In... read more
Effective October 2018 New York State requires that every employee (including part-timers) be trained to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. This training must be attended annually and must be interactive. Relevant Q&As By what date do all of my employees... read more
The power of keywords goes far beyond your resume. Keywords provide information about your skills, qualifications, experience and accomplishments. Since most resumes are first scanned by applicant tracking systems (ATS), your keywords are often the reason your resume... read more
Your ability to be happy can be determined by your attitude, your character and how you spend your time. Take stock of your life and begin to realize that the amount of peace and happiness you enjoy is entirely up to you. Follow the suggestions below to improve your... read more
When we complain about not having enough time in our day, we are really talking about the inability to prioritize what’s MOST important and eliminate or reduce what isn’t. If you can learn how to effectively manage your time, you can stop feeling overwhelmed and focus... read more
Starting on January 1, 2018 New York State employees will be eligible for job protected, paid family leave. In 2016, Governor Cuomo signed into law the strongest and most comprehensive Paid Family Leave policy in the country. Paid Family Leave (PFL) will provide New... read more
Why should you thank your colleagues at work? The fact is that most people feel happier at work if they are either giving or receiving thanks. Hearing “thank you” for a job well done makes people feel more fulfilled and motivated to repeat good performance. Long-term... read more
Employee turnover is expensive for your organization not only because it can cost almost twice the departing employee’s salary to find a replacement, but turnover can decrease performance and morale. Use the suggestions below to help retain your good employees: #1... read more
Tell Your Story Your resume should tell a story about your experience. When you send your resume to a prospective employer it should reflect the value you can provide. Be prepared to summarize and customize your qualifications for each job posting so that the reader... read more
Your resume represents valuable real estate that should be used to highlight the most important elements of your career. You only have one chance to make a great first impression, so here are a few tips to make sure your resume is read by the Applicant Tracking... read more
