Lifelong learning is an admirable goal, but it is even more than that. In today’s technological society where new advances may make some jobs obsolete, lifelong learning may be necessary to keep you employed in the long-term. Automation Brings Changes to Many Jobs A study by McKinsey showed that about 45 percent of all labor could be […]
Read MoreSmall businesses around the world know that social media is here to stay, but that doesn’t mean you’ve yet had the chance to put in the time or effort necessary to cultivate a proper presence on the right networks. But even if you haven’t optimized your social media presence, there is still time, and the benefits will […]
Read MoreWe truly believe that soft skills are at the core of any successful business and any successful career and we’re more passionate than ever about the power that soft skills hold. Hence here are ten of favourites quotes from leading individuals in business, politics or media that iterate the importance of soft skills. “It is not the […]
Read MoreWhen looking at what it takes to find a job in your career of choice or to move to the next step in your discipline, we often think predominantly of technical skills — also known as hard skills. As in, what specific competencies do you need to complete the core duties of a role? Being […]
Read MorePerhaps today more than ever, it is crucial that police and law enforcement professionals have the interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with fellow officers, subordinates, higher ups, community members, other departments and jurisdictions, and the court systems. Police communication skills — needed to investigate crimes; de-escalate situations; build trust with communities; and write memos, […]
Read MoreIf you have just graduated or finished college a few years ago and are finding it difficult to break through into the workplace, there may be a reason for that. As the most educated generation ever, there are some things you may not have considered when it comes to getting a “real” job – which is where we […]
Read MoreAsk any business where salary ranks in importance for attracting and retaining talent, and you’ll likely get a range of responses. Some will say pay is the most influential decision an employer can make when it comes to talent management, while others will tell you it’s only a piece of the puzzle, and that as […]
Read MoreSticking with the job you have is often a good choice—but inertia can be a career killer, too. Here are the signs of trouble to watch out for Is it time for a career change? Or better to stick it out at the office a few months more? Lots of workers spend too often sitting […]
Read MoreBet you thought you’d left the bullies behind at school! Sadly, bullying is every bit as much of a problem for adults as it is for kids. Science has shown that bullies often act the way they do as a way of unleashing the pent-up feelings they’ve stored from their own traumatic experiences, stress, or dissatisfaction with […]
Read MoreAttracting top talent is essential for the success and growth of a company. The majority of employers will agree that finding the best talent is just as hard as it is important. Which is why, rather than waiting for the right candidate to magically fall into your lap, it’s time for employers to turn towards […]
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