Roots Actors Louis Gossett Jr. and John Amos reflected on the groundbreaking series on its 45th anniversary and said many cast members have not seen their careers improve despite the show’s success . Adapted from the best-selling novel by Alex Haley, Roots debuted on ABC in January 1977 and followed Kunta Kinte (Amos), an African […]
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John Amos Says Many ‘Roots’ Actors Haven’t Seen More Job Offers Despite Show’s Success | Entertainment News
Roots Actors Louis Gossett Jr. and John Amos reflected on the groundbreaking series on its 45th anniversary and said many cast members have not seen their careers improve despite the show’s success . Adapted from the best-selling novel by Alex Haley, Roots debuted on ABC in January 1977 and followed Kunta Kinte (Amos), an African […]
Airline warns public against fraudulent job offers
AIRASIA Philippines is warning the public against various fraudulent job offers through fake SMS and email addresses from people who identify themselves as AirAsia Philippines employees. Reports of illegal activities through various social media platforms have come to the attention of AirAsia Philippines following the advertisement of various job vacancies for AirAsia Super App. Most […]
Randy Wooden: Job Seekers: Don’t Make These Mistakes! | Local
Job hunting is quite subjective. If you read and listen long enough, you’ll come away with so many do’s and don’ts that it will make your head spin. So what’s right and what’s wrong? Hopefully, we can all agree that lying is wrong, but beyond that, anyone’s guess is what’s best. What has worked for […]
Victoria estate agents charged with sexual assault sue former employer for defamation – Oak Bay News
Two men being sued for alleged drugs and sexual assault are in turn suing their former employer for firing them over the allegations. Victoria real estate agents Andrew Rogers and Bowman Rutledge filed a lawsuit against Norstar Alliance Real Estate Services, doing business as The Agency, on February 10. The Agency fired the men in […]
Victoria estate agents charged with sexual assault sue former employer for defamation – Saanich News
Two men being sued for alleged drugs and sexual assault are in turn suing their former employer for firing them over the allegations. Victoria real estate agents Andrew Rogers and Bowman Rutledge filed a lawsuit against Norstar Alliance Real Estate Services, doing business as The Agency, on February 10. The Agency fired the men in […]
Ontario to be first in line with job offers for Ukrainian refugees, says Ford
Premier Doug Ford said Ontario would open its arms to Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion and said their skills would be welcome in a province where pressing labor shortages he says are hurting the economy. ‘economy. Speaking at an announcement at a company that makes armored vehicles in Dorchester, Ont., Ford said he wants the […]
The Race for Talent: Now Job Offers Can Arrive in Days
With millions of jobs open and not enough workers to fill them, employers are struggling to attract and retain employees. At the end of 2021, there were 10.9 million job openings, according to the most recent data from the Labor Department. One way companies are solving the problem is to streamline the hiring process to […]
You can’t sit on the board that regulates your employer, says ethics committee at water commission | News
The state ethics board says the commission that regulates Baton Rouge’s drinking water supply can’t have guard dogs fed by those they’re supposed to watch, in violation of conflict laws of interests. The board says current, paid employees of companies like Baton Rouge Water Co., ExxonMobil, Georgia Pacific and Entergy, who are major users of […]
Maid robbed her employer at knifepoint and hit her head with a laptop
FILE PHOTO: Yahoo News Singapore SINGAPORE — A maid who robbed her employer with a knife had previously disabled a CCTV camera in their residence. The Myanmar maid, 36, then brutally assaulted the 61-year-old victim with a laptop until it broke. She tied the victim up with pieces of fabric before stealing more than $37,000 […]
The race for talent: Now job offers can arrive in days – Boston News, Weather, Sports
(CNN) – When it comes to hiring, companies are changing fast. With millions of jobs open and not enough workers to fill them, employers are struggling to attract and retain employees. At the end of 2021, there were 10.9 million job openings, according to the most recent data from the Labor Department. One way companies […]
Top industries for job seekers in 2022
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur the contributors are theirs. The signs are there that 2022 is a great year to look for a new high-level job – thanks to the big resignation, companies are looking to replace these transient workers at director, vice-president and even executive positions. But just because it’s a good time to look […]
The race for talent: now job offers can arrive in a few days
A ‘Now Hiring’ sign outside a Home Depot store in New York, U.S., on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. (Mandatory Credit: Jeenah Moon/Bloomberg/Getty Images) By Kathryn Vasel (CNN) – When it comes to hiring, companies are changing fast. With millions of jobs open and not enough workers to fill them, employers are struggling to attract and […]
The Race for Talent: Now Job Offers Can Arrive in Days | Business
When it comes to hiring, companies are changing rapidly. With millions of jobs open and not enough workers to fill them, employers are struggling to attract and retain employees. At the end of 2021, there were 10.9 million job openings, according to the most recent data from the Labor Department. One way companies are solving […]
How a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee became an employer of choice
Attracting and retaining talent has long been a problem in the fast food industry, and the pandemic has only made it more difficult. Employees left the industry in droves thanks, at least in part, to improved unemployment benefits, while the minimum wage only increased. Consider the obstacles facing a franchisee like Alexander C. Johnson, CEO […]
Vacancies up 37% at IIM Bangalore as Accenture and BCG lead placements
Concluding the final placement process for the PGP and PGPBA class of 2020-22, the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) saw job vacancies increase by 37% year-on-year (YoY) per compared to the previous year. Led by advisory and product management roles, IIMB saw its 513 students receive 662 offers even as Accenture […]
Stonewall UK Workplace Equality Index Awards 2022 – Citi receives Gold Employer Award for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace
LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Citi has been named one of the UK’s 100 most inclusive employers by Stonewall, the world’s second largest LGBTQ+ charity. Citi also received a Gold Employer Award and was named Employer of the Year in Northern Ireland. Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers list ranks organizations based on their effort and commitment to creating welcoming environments […]
Flexibility is no longer the top priority for job seekers
As the Cost of life skyrockets and inflation hits record highs, a new survey by Michael Page shows that wages have become the most important factor for workers. The survey of 2,000 office workers in the UK shows that 43% of 18-34 year olds are looking for a new job, with 40% of all respondents […]
Idaho House passes bill to criminalize employer vaccination mandates
The Idaho House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a bill that would make it a crime for most employers to require coronavirus vaccinate or compel an employee to disclose their vaccination status. The Idaho House voted 39-29 to pass Bill 581. If passed into law, it would become a crime for employers to refuse to […]
IT department warns public against fraudulent job offers – Jammu Kashmir Latest News | Tourism
NEW DELHI, February 22: Warning the public against fraudulent job offers, the Income Tax Department said on Tuesday that aspirants should only consider offers or advertisements on official SSC websites or department.“The Department of Income Tax is warning the public not to fall prey to fraudulent individuals misleading job applicants by issuing false letters of […]
Income Tax Department warns public against fraudulent job offers
Warning the public against fraudulent job offers, the Income Tax Department said Tuesday that applicants should only consider offers or advertisements on official SSC or department websites. “The Department of Income Tax is warning the public not to fall prey to fraudulent individuals misleading job applicants by issuing false letters of appointment […]
City authorities provide opportunities for job seekers in Kazakh capital
NUR-SULTAN – More than 28,000 jobs, including 24,000 permanent positions, have been created in the past year, director of the Nur-Sultan Employment Center Azamat Baitasov told an online briefing February 21. Almost 28,500 jobs should be created this year. Photo credit: gov.kz A total of 18,924 job seekers were registered on the job site in […]
IT department warns public against fraudulent job offers and advises to check ssc.nic.in
The IT department said it has become aware of the fact that some fraudulent people mislead candidates by issuing false appointment letters. Representative picture New Delhi: Warning the public against fraudulent job offers, the Income Tax Department said Tuesday that applicants should only consider offers or advertisements on official SSC or department websites. “The Department […]
Income Tax Department warns public against fake job offers
The Department of Income Tax has warned people against fraudulent job offers New Delhi: The Income Tax (IT) Department on Tuesday warned the general public against fraudulent job offers, saying applicants should only consider advertisements appearing on its official website or that of the Commission personnel selection system (SSC). “The Department of Income Tax is […]
13% of college juniors already have job offers as hiring has increased
With many companies facing labor shortages, 13.5% of university juniors seeking employment and others who are expected to graduate in March 2023 have already received job offers. use. The government-led recruitment guidelines call for companies to start holding explanatory sessions and accepting applications in March and start interviews and other selection processes in June. As […]
College professors reject contract and ask employer to negotiate or arbitrate – OPSEU SEFPO
Toronto – Ontario college professors have rejected a contract offer from their employer, and OPSEU/OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas is hoping the outcome will spark a return to the bargaining table. “I am confident that a negotiated settlement is here and within reach,” Thomas said. “Let’s sit down and take it.” OPSEU/OPSEU’s 16,000 faculty members […]
Planet Money: The Planet Money Indicator: NPR
SYLVIE DOUGLIS, BYLINE: NPR. (SOUND EXTRACTION OF “WAKING UP TO THE FIRE” BY DROP ELECTRIC) STACEY VANEK SMITH, HOST: This is THE PLANET MONEY INDICATOR. I am Stacey Vanek Smith. ADRIEN MA, HOST: I am Adrian Ma. DARIAN WOODS, HOST: And I’m Darian Woods. And it’s time for another set of weekday indicators. SMITH: Woo-hoo. […]
Hospital makes on-site job offers despite severe staff shortage
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A regional health care system may have the perfect opportunity for you as they seek to fill new and open positions. Bon Secours, a faith-based nonprofit healthcare system, is seeking more employees to join its centers in Central Virginia. Seven Richmond-area hospitals to host hiring events from 11 a.m. to 2 […]
College professors reject contract and ask employer to negotiate or arbitrate
TORONTO, February 18, 2022 /CNW/ – Ontario college professors rejected a contract offer from their employer and OPSEU/OPSEU president Warren (Smokey) Thomas hopes the outcome will trigger a return to the negotiating table. “I am confident that a negotiated settlement is here and within reach,” Thomas said. “Let’s sit down and take it. OPSEU/OPSEU’s 16,000 […]
Sossi receives a post of city prosecutor; Offers service at $200 per hour
HARLINGEN — After a five-month trial, Mark Sossi has landed the job of city prosecutor. Earlier this week, city commissioners voted unanimously to hire law firm Troiani & Sossi at a rate of $200 an hour. “I am honored to represent Harlingen and look forward to working with the city,” Sossi said on Thursday. In […]
POEA warns public against fake job postings in Palau
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) warned aspiring Filipino Overseas Workers (OFW) on Friday, February 18, 2022 against fake job offers in Palau. In its Notice 11-2022, the POEA said the public should be vigilant against unscrupulous individuals and entities who have promised false employment opportunities in Palau. “We have received information that certain individuals […]
Jay Dee Cleaners at Euclid offers free service to job seekers – News-Herald
Jay Dee cleaners is doing its part to help the unemployed get back on their feet. Euclid’s long-standing dry cleaning business offers free services to those heading to their next job interview by cleaning a suit or outfit at no cost. “When times are tough, we want to help job seekers feel better,” said commercial […]
A decisive factor for the work-life balance of Vietnamese job seekers
By Minh Nga February 18, 2022 | 8:00 PM PT After months of working from home, Vietnamese job seekers are reassessing their priorities. Photo by Shutterstock/Amnaj Khetsamtip According to a recent survey, work-life balance is often the deciding factor when Vietnamese workers applying for a new job reevaluate their new normal priorities. After six difficult […]
A domestic worker conspires with a friend to rob his Japanese employer of 2.7 million naira at gunpoint in Lagos
A 50-year-old domestic worker, Sossougueto Theodore, who conspired with a neighbor, Oluwasegun Olusoji, 35, to rob his Japanese employer, Yasushi Murata, of 2.7 million naira has been arrested by police in the state of Lagos. State Police spokesman Adekunle Ajisebutu, who disclosed in a statement, said the pair committed the robbery on February 1, 2022, […]
Almac expansion in Derry continues with 20 more job openings
Gary McDonald Editor-in-Chief February 18, 2022 01:00 Pharmaceutical giant Almac Group is recruiting for 20 new roles as part of its continued expansion in Derry. The roles – which cover a mix of project management, software engineering, clinical supply and design management positions at all levels – will be based at Almac’s premises in the […]
Montana hospital workers sue employer, claiming underpayments
Workers at the community medical center in Missoula, Montana, accuse their employer of underpaying them, the Missulian reported February 17. The class action lawsuit was filed Feb. 16 in court in Montana’s 4th Judicial District. The workers allege that the Community Medical Center issued them inaccurate paychecks since December 12, 2021, which underpaid them based […]
You: victim of the employer’s incompetence?
(NAPSI) – You may have heard that a former employer is only allowed to disclose your employment dates and title, but that may not be entirely true. If you’re confident that your former employers will still abide by this policy, you might want to reconsider. Allison & Taylor, Inc. The reference checking company has found […]
Workforce Solution launches program to help job seekers recovering | Community
Workforce Solutions announces the launch of a new Appalachian Regional Commission project for employers and job seekers, “Prosper: From Recovery to Career”. On behalf of the North Central Workforce Development Board, Workforce Solutions is launching a federal grant to provide funding and support to job seekers recovering from a drug or alcohol use disorder who […]
Employer-dominated union ousted from Mexican GM plant
By DON McINTOSH An independent union won a landslide victory at a General Motors plant in central Mexico on February 2. The victory is a breakthrough in efforts to free Mexican workers from corrupt, employer-dominated unions. Mexican workers generally have “union” contracts that they never see, vote on, or have a say in negotiations. Instead, […]
The gaming industry, one of Oklahoma’s largest employers, is having a banner year
Commercial casinos, sports betting and online gaming sites brought in more money than ever in the United States last year as casinos rebounded from pandemic shutdowns, the leading business group in the United States said on Tuesday. industry. American Gaming Association President Bill Miller said he was optimistic about future growth as business and international […]
Job Opportunities in St. Louis: Job Seekers’ Garden Club Networking Event
Looking for someone to review your resume? Want to connect with others to polish their 30-second elevator pitch? Do you hope to land the job of your dreams? Look at this. ST. LOUIS — Networking opportunities and another shot at getting a job at Busch Stadium are the headlines of our latest Career Central report. […]
Local and Statewide Hiring Events Planned for Job Seekers and Employers | Winchester star
WINCHESTER – The Virginia Career Works Winchester Center will host in-person hiring events from 1-3 p.m. every Wednesday in the Eagle Boardroom on the Our Health campus at 329 N. Cameron St. Registration is not compulsory. Additionally, a hiring event for NW Works will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the […]
State website launched to connect employers with job seekers
Homicide investigation underway in northwest Albuquerque 4 hours ago Donut-making all-terrain vehicle tears up Albuquerque… 11 hours ago Lawmakers work to fix property tax disparity 11 hours ago The proposed resolution demands that the city’s frontline workers… 15 hours ago “No Limits: “Obtaining Recreational Cannabis Licenses… 16 hours ago City of Albuquerque adapts cannabis rules […]
Former underwear model sues former employer for funding ‘baseless’ TCPA claim allegedly designed to drive him out of business – TCPAWorld
So I rarely resort to clickbait tactics, but anytime you can use the phrase “underwear model” in a legal blog title, you just cash in. And the plaintiff’s status as a former underwear model has some relevance here – apparently his former employer – and now fiercest competitor – tried to humiliate the guy with […]
US DOL cites employer implicated in 2021 double fatalities in downtown Boston – for new trench violations at East Boston construction site
US DOL cites employer implicated in 2021 double fatalities in downtown Boston – for new trench violations at East Boston construction site 02/15/22 WorkersCompensation.com Boston, MA (WorkersCompensation.com) – The US Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited the employer involved in a double death in February 2021 at a downtown Boston job site […]
MSU Office Gives Job Seekers Ideas | Local News
Encouraging students to take advantage of the extensive resources available to them at Minnesota State University’s Career Development Center is not unlike horses at watering hole; there are many, but whether they drink or not is up to them. CDC Director Pam Weller, an experienced career counselor with over 25 years in the field, has […]
St Vincent: Cops interrogate man over shady job offers
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines police have a male attendant from Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (MCMH) in custody to assist with an investigation that has been launched into reports of Vincentian women being recruited as babysitters and housekeepers, then would be subject to exploitation and possibly human trafficking. Carlton Richardson of Fair Hall was detained […]
Transforming the Arab population from “job seekers” to “job creators”: how governments are promoting and supporting entrepreneurship
Event summary February 14, 2022 Transforming the Arab population from “job seekers” to “job creators”: how governments are promoting and supporting entrepreneurship By Hezha Barzani On February 7, the Atlantic Council’s empowerME initiative hosted a virtual event on “Developing Ecosystems: How Middle Eastern Governments are Driving Entrepreneurship”. The event brought together the United Arab Emirates […]
Workforce Development Board helps businesses and job seekers | Business
Businesses looking for employees and those looking for work can find help through the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Council. Carmela Giliberto, business services representative for the council’s business services team, spoke at a Zoom luncheon for the Highlands Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, January 25. Giliberto previously worked in corporate banking and as an […]
Can an employer summarily dismiss an employee for violation of his employment contract, while the employee is denouncing?
Uday Mehra v L Capital Asia Advisors, L Capital (HK) Limited, Ravi Thakran and Nauman Hasan [2022] SGHC 23* 1. Introduction The High Court of Singapore recently delivered judgment in Uday Mehra v L Capital Asia Advisors, L Capital (HK) Limited, Ravi Thakran and Nauman Hasan (“Uday Mehra vs. L Capital Asia Advisors and we”). […]
Cryptocurrency scam: Job seekers lose thousands to fake company promising jobs
DURHAM, NC — The Better Business Bureau has sent out multiple alerts about a fake cryptocurrency company that scammed job seekers out of thousands of dollars. A man says he lost $10,000 because of the scheme. Daniel LaSane thought he had found a fresh start to re-entering the workforce by browsing job postings on Indeed.com. […]
Why I love my job | News from Job Seekers/Employers
stronger together Teamwork is the source of a dream job “I love my team. Everyone says they have the best people, but I’m 100% sure my team is THE BEST. Full stop. Working with them over video is what got me through the pandemic. In a weird way, it’s brought us even closer. ~ Josh […]
St Vincent’s Premier warns job vacancies in England could lead to human trafficking
The Premier of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, is warning nationals that offers of childcare jobs in England could put them at risk of becoming victims of human trafficking. He also warned that traveling to London to accept these offers could harm the individual and the Caribbean island. Speaking on NBC Public […]
Woman accused of stealing 368,000 shillings from employer – Nairobi News
Wairimu Gichungu at the Kibera courthouse where he was accused of stealing from his employer. PHOTO: Joseph Ndunda A receptionist who allegedly stole 368,365 shillings from her employer has been charged with theft and receiving stolen goods after she was found with 200,000 shillings in her home. Ms Wairimu Gichungi is accused of stealing money […]
Good News for Job Seekers, Recruitment Agencies and Employers: The World’s First Blockchain-Certified AI
Tallinn, Estonia–(Newsfile Corp. – Feb. 11, 2022) – TrustRecruit introduces the world’s first AI-enabled NFT (non-fungible) verified CV platform. Job seekers only need to create their profile and CV which turns into unique NFT CV. These minted NFTs are available in the market for employers and recruiters to purchase and trade for a fee. The […]
Kansas awards $1 billion in benefits to lure mystery employer
TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas lawmakers on Wednesday approved the state’s largest-ever taxpayer-funded incentive to attract thousands of new jobs, even though most didn’t know the company’s name or what it was doing. The incentives would exceed $1 billion. The measure also reduces corporate tax rates. The Republican-controlled state Senate approved a bill, 31-9, that would […]
Workers entitled to periodic penalty payments from the employer for violation of labor law
Q: I recently quit my job because I was tired of running out of overtime, not having half the time breaks, having to work before and after my shift without salary and not being reimbursed for the use of my personal vehicle and cell phone for work. Unfortunately, before being hired, we had to sign […]
Employers and job seekers invited to participate in online career week
Posted: February 10, 2022 Employers and job seekers invited to participate in online career week Employer video sessions will allow job seekers to connect with potential employers The College of the Rockies has partnered with Kootenay Employment Services (KES) and WorkBC to host East Kootenay Online Employment Week 2022 from March 1-4. The job fair […]
Methodology, trends and what makes a better employer
Getty JTwo years into a pandemic that has forever changed the workplace, what makes a good employer? Whether working from home or in the office, Americans’ priorities have changed, and with 10.9 million job vacancies and an unemployment rate of 4%what makes a top employer has also changed. “Employees are in control at this point […]
Three things job seekers are most interested in in 2022
More than 47 million Americans quit their jobs in 2021, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The total quits in December alone were made up of more than 4.1 million private sector workers and 210,000 government employees. Among industries, the highest number of resignations were recorded in trade, transport and public services (1 […]
‘Outdated recruitment practices’ exclude job seekers with disabilities, criminal records or older workers
Thursday, February 10, 2022 7:28 a.m. Getty Images An industry group says outdated hiring practices should be fixed to tap into more diverse talent pools, including those with disabilities, who have previous criminal convictions, and younger and older workers. The call to action from Business in the Community (BITC) comes as analysis shows there are […]
Jobseekers rush to HCMC after long Covid break
On Feb. 6, the last day of the Lunar New Year festival, Duong Van Thanh, 37, took his daughter from their hometown of Dong Thap in Mekong Delta province to Ho Chi Minh City. Thanh had been unemployed for more than six months. Before the fourth wave of Covid-19 emerged in Vietnam in April last […]
Bartender sues employer after allegedly forced to repay nearly $4,000 stolen in armed robbery
A Vegas The bartender has filed a lawsuit against his employer after he was forced to pay back money stolen in an armed robbery, CBS affiliate KLAS reports. Edward Parker was working at the Hualapai Lodge on December 4, 2020, when a gunman entered the bar and, according to the lawsuit, ordered him to “kneel […]
How removing the native name from my CV got me jobs in the UK
Inein Victor Garrick, a Nigerian living in the United Kingdom (UK), has told how his decision to remove his native name from his CV marked the start of multiple job offers for him. The 34-year-old, born in south-west Nigeria, currently works as a safety inspector with Transport for Wales. He said he started using his […]
Nacogdoches job seekers invited to participate in job fair
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) — Tomorrow more than 30 employers will be ready to hire locally at a job fair in Nacogdoches. Job seekers can have the edge over desperate employers. Employees can be selective, so companies need to establish a competitive advantage and show a willingness to invest in their new hires. The “Now Hiring” […]
SVG PM warns Vincentians to beware of some overseas job offers
The Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, has expressed concern about a situation where some people are promising young women to go to England to become babysitters. He has since informed the Chief of Police to involve the Anti-Trafficking Unit. Explaining the reason behind this action, Gonsalves said, “It has […]
Lazarus Hackers Target Defense Industry With Fake Lockheed Martin Jobs
Lazarus has been linked to a new campaign attacking job applicants in the defense industry. The APT (Advanced Persistent Threat) group posed as Lockheed Martin during the latest operation. The Bethesda, Maryland-based company is involved in aeronautics, military technology, mission systems and space exploration. Lockheed Martin generated $65.4 billion in sales in 2020 and has […]
National Apprenticeship Week: Apprentice saves Doncaster employer £300,000 with tool modifications
Aaron Clayton, 20, is a fourth-year apprentice with Mason Pinder Toolmakers, part of Polypipe Building Products, which makes plastic pipe and ventilation systems. As a toolmaker apprentice at the Thorne plant, Aaron works on precision machine tools that are used to mass produce uniform plastic parts. But the bulk of his workload sees him focus […]
Temple Students, Use Career Resources for a Brighter Future – The Temple News
KRISTINE CHIN / TEMPLE NEWS With the anxiety I feel during job interviews and the uncertainty about my professional future, I worry that I am not prepared for the career I am heading into or that I do not know what profession to pursue. According to The Atlantic, less than 20% of students turn to […]
can a potential employer force you to provide a salary history?
Hiring companies asking interview candidates to provide proof of salary has been common practice for years, but is it outdated? A recent online posting has reignited a long-running debate among recruiters and HR experts, with many deeming the claim unethical. They said revealing old payslips would negatively impact whether a candidate receives their true worth. […]
Free childcare offered to service sector workers, job seekers
Service industry workers can apply for up to one year of free childcare through the Service Industry Takeover Childcare Program. The application deadline is March 31, 2022. Funded by the Texas Labor Commission and facilitated by Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Regionthe program provides assistance to service sector workers who have been negatively impacted by the […]
Job seekers looking for psychological safety in the workplace
The number of people leaving their jobs might have less to do with actual work and more to do with how employees are treated. DENVER — Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, tens of millions of Americans have quit their jobs. A survey of job postings and labor turnover from the US Bureau of […]
The Employment Help Center offers remote services to job seekers
Kyle McGuire, a second year HVAC student, stands outside the Supported Employment Center in the Student Commons. Photo credit: Leslie Bader While the doors of the Algonquin College Employment Support Center have been closed and its windows dark throughout the pandemic, the number of students who have used their services – virtually – has only […]
Apprentice Employer of the Month: Forrit
There is probably no other SME in Scotland, or certainly no tech company, as committed to apprentices as Edinburgh-based Forrit. And it’s for good reason. Founder Peter Proud got his first career break with a 1986 apprenticeship at Marconi, which then led to a successful technology career as a senior Microsoft executive in the US […]
Employers want job seekers to take their best photos. Literally.
Rod Stewart wrote that every picture tells a story. And apparently, it has never been more important than right now. In one more investigation out of 200 human resources professionals, business leaders and managers, 71% said they had rejected a candidate at least once because of their LinkedIn (MSFT) – Get the Microsoft Corporation report […]
Illinois Supreme Court rules on employer’s defense of BIPA claims
On the morning of Thursday, February 3, 2022, the Illinois Supreme Court delivered its long-awaited opinion in McDonald v. Bronzeville Symphony Park. This case asked the Court to determine whether Illinois workers’ compensation law prevails over claims for damages under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”). In fifty-two focused paragraphs, the Illinois Supreme Court […]
[COLUMN] Employees entitled to periodic penalty payments from the employer for violation of labor law —
Q: I recently quit my job because I was tired of being short on overtime pay, not getting breaks half the time, having to work before and after my shift without pay and not being reimbursed for the use of my personal vehicle and cell phone for work. Unfortunately, before being hired, we had to […]
Greencastle employer hosts car giveaway in appreciation during pandemic
GREENCASTLE, Pa. (WHTM) — An Instant Brand employee has won a free car that was donated by Instant Brands’ distribution center in Greencastle, Franklin County. Greencastle employee Lisa Houck won the local car drawing, which was organized by the distribution center to recognize the efforts of factory workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Get daily news, […]
New West Brom manager Steve Bruce reveals he snubbed three job offers after Newcastle ax
Steve Bruce has cut a dejected figure in his final months at Newcastle but wishes the Magpies well as he takes on a new managerial challenge at West Brom Video loading Video unavailable The video will start automatically soon8to cancel play now Simon Bird on Chris Wood at Newcastle United Steve Bruce says he is […]
Check your library for resources on careers and life skills
Provided by Prince William County There is no shortage of instructional videos available online. On YouTube alone, there are thousands of videos covering just about any topic or question you might be looking for. Whether you need to change your spark plugs, update your smartphone settings, or sew on a button, you’ll be able to […]
Indian School of Business MBAs Secure File Jobs & Salaries
Indian School of Business MBA graduates are breaking records once again. The ISB MBA class of 2022 received 2,066 job offers, the most offers in the school’s 20-year history. On average, each ISB MBA student in the latest cohort received more than two job offers. More than 41% of those offers went to female students, […]
Flexible work requests: what is an employer’s obligation?
To continue reading please Register Where connection to your OHW+ account. As more companies seek to encourage people to return to the office, how flexible should they be and refusing flexible work requests could amount to indirect discrimination, asks lawyer Jade Ferguson. Flexible working is changing rapidly and more and more people are looking for […]
The father of a housekeeper murdered in his employer’s home recounts his last scary moments
The father of a housekeeper who was allegedly murdered at her employer’s house for over Ksh 6,000 lost has broken his silence. Speaking to the press on Wednesday February 2, Patrick Wafula, the father of Loreen Naswa Fwamba, noted that his family was still in shock after his sudden death. He noted that his daughter, […]
ISB placements: 270 companies make unprecedented 2066 acceptable job offers : The Tribune India
Grandstand web desk Chandigarh, February 3 The Indian School of Business (ISB) registered an unprecedented 2066 acceptable offers at the end of the placement week. The ISB, with campuses in Mohali and Hyderabad, has concluded the on-campus internships for the Graduate Program in Management (PGP), Class of 2022, a statement said. The ISB […]
The best cities for job seekers in 2022
With unemployment hovering around 3.9%, almost pre-pandemic levels, employers are scrambling to hire workers, making it an attractive market for those looking for a new job and more money. But some places are better than others for job hunting. Workers looking for a better job and higher pay may need to broaden their search and […]
ACC Trust’s DISHA Initiative Offers 100% Placement with 102 Job Offers at ACC Chaibasa Cement Factory
Previous story: Pidilite Limited Industries recognized by Great Place to Work® as one of India’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing 2022! Next story: InterGlobe Air Transport appointed General Sales Agent (GSA) for Bedsonline to distribute its product portfolio in India ACC Trust’s DISHA Initiative Offers 100% Placement with 102 Job Offers at ACC Chaibasa Cement Factory […]
Job vacancies pour in for Sutton Tools factory staff
Kaiapoi’s Sutton Tools was inundated with job offers for its staff after fire destroyed most of the company’s factory on Sunday. Production and engineering manager Glenn Morgan said offers were coming from local companies, Australia and other factories overseas. Only the engineering building remains at the Dale St site of the Kaiapoi factory after the […]
Tampa International Airport hires over 1,500 people
Tampa International Airport is looking to fill more than 1,500 positions in all kinds of fields. If you’re looking for a job, the airport, along with tenant companies, is hosting a giant hiring day later this month. On February 15, 2022, more than 20 companies will conduct interviews. Some jobs may be offered locally. On […]
How Harris Co. is giving job seekers with criminal histories a ‘fair chance’ of getting a job
HOUSTON – Harris County strives to give job seekers, who have had criminal histories, a better chance of finding employment. RELATED: Greater Houston Partnership economists predict more jobs in 2022 In early January, county commissioners adopted the “Fair Chance” policy, which means residents who may have a criminal history do not have to disclose it […]
UD PCS Expands Career Resources
The University of Delaware’s Division of Professional and Continuing Studies (UD PCS) is preparing to offer an expanded suite of career-focused resources to participants in the UD PCS certificate program in the spring of 2022. Starting this semester, participants enrolled in designated non-credit professional development programs will have access to resources and tools such as […]
West Lothian childcare worker defrauded employer of almost £2,500
A childcare worker in West Lothian has been struck off the Scottish Social Services Council register after defrauding his employer of nearly £2,500. The Fitness to Practice Committee made the decision to remove the local worker from his position on January 21, 2022, after finding that the person’s fitness to practice was impaired. The allegations […]
New initiative highlights career resources available to seniors
By CARTER DYSON Many say that young people are our “future”. I disagree with this sentiment. I say that young people are our “now”. That’s why I believe one of the most important aspects of my role as One-Stop Director at Kentucky Career Center-Lincoln Trail is providing resources to youth in our eight-county service area. […]
A gang in Dubai locks job seekers in an apartment and forces them to sign illegal work agreements
Dubai: The Dubai Magistrate’s Court sentenced a group of men to three years in prison for assaulting a group of job seekers and forcing them to sign illegal employment contracts through an online gambling center. According to the records, the defendants had placed an advertisement of job seekers on a social media platform. Seeing the […]
Standard Knitting Factory fire brings back memories of Knoxville employer
By the mid-1940s, nearly one in four Knoxville residents knew someone who worked in the local textile industry, run by the powerful Standard Knitting Mill on Washington Avenue. Today, only one building remains, which makes the city’s moniker “Underwear Capital of the World” seem far-fetched to the modern Knoxvillian. Despite two weekend lights who destroyed […]
When job seekers are ‘overqualified’, gender bias can come into play
When looking for a job, a number of factors can work against you. When you’re turned away from a job you’re looking for because you’re told you’re “overqualified,” it might sound flattering at first, but it’s probably not what you want to hear. But does being called overqualified prevent you from getting the job? According […]
The Home Depot’s Response to the Labor Shortage: Next Day Jobs | Business
The Home Depot has a plan to tackle the labor shortage: quick job postings. The world’s largest home improvement retailer said on Tuesday job applicants “could receive an offer within a day of applying.” Home Depot said the “accelerated” hiring process is part of its plan to hire more than 100,000 new associates ahead of […]
Moffitt Cancer Center Joins Employer Direct Healthcare’s Network of Leading Cancer Centers
– Employer Direct Healthcare welcomes Moffitt Cancer Center, the only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute of Florida, to the network supporting its first-of-its-kind oncology solution – Members of the Employer Direct Healthcare network will be able to access the care and expertise of the Moffitt Cancer Center DALLAS, February 1, 2022 […]
The Home Depot’s Response to the Labor Shortage: Next Day Jobs | News
An employee works inside the Home Depot flatbed fulfillment center in Stonecrest, Georgia, U.S., Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Elijah Nouvelage/Bloomberg/Getty Images (CNN) — Home Depot has a plan to tackle the labor shortage: fast job postings. The world’s largest home improvement retailer said on Tuesday job applicants “could receive an offer within a day of […]
Job seekers lie on their CV about their hobbies: study
IIt is not uncommon for people to lie on a resume, including exaggerating their language skills and experience. However, the public is now lying about hobbies, a new study has found. Language learning app Babbel conducted a study of over 1,000 people and found that 14% admitted to lying on their CV about hobbies and […]
2022 Budget Increases Tax Exemption on Employer Contribution to NPS for Government Employees to 14% from 10%
State government employees will be able to claim a 14% tax benefit on the NPS contribution paid by their employer, i.e. the state government from the 2022-23 financial year. Currently, only central government employees are eligible for a 14% tax benefit for the employer’s contribution to an employee’s NPS account. For employees in the private […]