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These are the 4 red flags that you should be aware of before signing any employment contract
- Watch out for clauses limiting your ability to work for competitors' post-employment, as enforcement varies by state, with some proposing federal restrictions.
- Be cautious of agreements heavily favouring the employer, especially if phrases like "in the company's sole discretion" appear, impacting aspects like work hours and pay.
- Scrutinize subjective standards in severance provisions and beware of arbitration clauses tied to severance agreements, limiting your legal options.
- Check for clauses requiring repayment of expenses, especially Training Repayment Agreements (TRAs), which can restrict professional mobility and may face increased scrutiny by federal agencies.
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Ways to describe your weaknesses in a job interview
- Begin by recognizing your weaknesses with self-awareness, framing statements like "At times, I catch myself (describe weakness)," demonstrating an understanding of your behaviours.
- Illustrate the repercussions of the identified weakness, showcasing maturity and self-awareness. Explicitly explain how the weakness may affect outcomes.
- Discuss initiatives to mitigate its impact, portraying a proactive approach to personal and professional development.
- Select weaknesses that are believable, correctable with effort, and coachable by discussing ones you have overcome.
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The key differences between a CV and a Resume
- Resumes and CVs serve distinct purposes. Resumes target job searches, aiming for interviews, while CVs provide a comprehensive overview of academic and professional achievements.
- Resumes emphasize results and achievements, not just job duties. Employers seek quantifiable accomplishments, such as launching products or capturing market share, to gauge an applicant's impact.
- Resumes are concise, limited to one or two pages, typically covering the last 15 years of one's career. CVs are more detailed, encompassing a comprehensive history of academic and professional experiences.
- Resumes focus on specific job roles, while CVs target academia, research, or international positions.
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What can Businesses learn from World Cup Cricket 2023?
- Navigate Uncertainty: Like in cricket, businesses must adapt to unforeseen challenges, such as climate change impacts.
- Beyond Superiority: Winning isn't just about being the best; effective management and marketing play crucial roles in business success.
- Master Mind Games: Learn from Australia's tactics—businesses can strategically outmaneuver rivals through subtle moves, like talent acquisition.
- Confidence and Collaboration: Lack of confidence hampers performance, while the absence of West Indies warns against siloed approaches in business—emphasizing teamwork and shared goals.
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4 ways to have a conversation that is stimulating, as per an experienced interviewer
- Avoid multitasking during conversations, emphasizing the importance of being fully present to enhance meaningful interactions. Celeste suggests leaving a conversation if unable to commit 100%.
- Discourage pontificating and fixed mindsets in conversations. View each interaction as an opportunity to learn, echoing therapist M. Scott Peck's idea that genuine listening requires setting aside personal opinions.
- Use open-ended questions for richer conversations. Celeste's rule advises asking complex questions for simple answers and vice versa.
- Advocate for attentive listening without prematurely interjecting personal stories. Allow ideas to flow naturally.
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Over 60% IT employees ‘directly know’ someone who is moonlighting: Indeed Report
- Over half of employers (53%) view moonlighting as a violation of work ethics or contracts, per Indeed's India Hiring Tracker.
- Moonlighting is more prevalent in gig-oriented sectors like logistics (66%), retail e-commerce (52%), and travel (48%).
- IT and manufacturing sectors strongly oppose moonlighting, with 93% and 79% of employers disapproving, respectively. In IT, 64% of employees know someone directly involved in moonlighting.
- The report also highlights a 36% increase in job postings in India's manufacturing sector, emphasizing the need for upskilling to address the talent mismatch and support the industry's growth.
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Importance of cultivating, engaging, and retaining finance professionals in the digital age
- Gartner emphasizes the need for CFOs to attract, develop, and retain AI-savvy finance talent.
- CFOs aim for autonomous finance, leveraging AI for data-driven, scalable, and digitally advanced financial functions. By 2025, 40% of finance roles will transform due to technology.
- Despite a 73% expected increase in AI staffing, scarcity of "superstar AI talent" persists, posing a challenge for CFOs addressing the growing digital skills gap.
- CFOs must set a clear autonomous finance vision, upskill teams, create analytics centres, and foster innovation to successfully navigate the evolving landscape of AI-driven finance.
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Habits that stop people from being successful at workplace
- Toxic habits hinder both personal and professional success, emphasizing that financial success does not equate to a lack of toxicity.
- The five toxic habits outlined include excessive self-focus leading to narcissism, prioritizing making one's point over understanding others, habitually judging, and criticizing, and displaying intellectual arrogance.
- Behavioural science provides insights, urging individuals to focus on others, practice humility, and avoid behaviours like judging, blaming, and intellectual arrogance.
- Addressing these toxic behaviours can contribute to enhanced success in both personal and professional realms.
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Ways you can build a job portfolio for an interview
- A strong work portfolio enhances job candidacy by showcasing one's best work samples.
- Start with a self-assessment, highlighting personal and career-related aspects. Avoid duplicating your CV; instead, focus on creating an aesthetically pleasing portfolio that reflects your authentic self.
- Tailor the portfolio to match the desired job role, answering questions about unique capabilities and demonstrating success. Follow the CAR method (Challenge, Action, Result) for clarity.
- Customize the portfolio for targeted roles, infuse personality through design choices, select top work examples judiciously, and differentiate it from the resume by highlighting unique elements.
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Viral career trend has people engaging in 'job cuffing'; here's why and what it means
- "Job cuffing" is a trend where individuals choose to stay in their current jobs during the colder months instead of actively seeking new opportunities. The term draws parallels with "relationship cuffing," reflecting a temporary commitment to existing employment.
- Reasons include fading job market optimism, economic uncertainties, and reduced hiring during the holiday season.
- Individual perspectives vary; some stay for job convenience, cost savings, or to secure end-of-year bonuses.
- Anticipation for better opportunities in the spring drives the decision to wait out the slower winter job market.
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Tips on how you can perfect your resume to land your dream job, suggested by a work coach
- Greg Langstaff, a certified resume strategist, emphasizes eye-catching style points such as two professional titles, a concise professional summary, and impactful career highlights.
- Langstaff advises against starting with professional experience, expertise areas, and career highlights. He suggests submitting resumes as PDFs and highlighting the ongoing importance of cover letters.
- Greg underscores the power of numbers to attract employers, encouraging candidates to quantify achievements, such as cost savings or daily customer assistance.
- He recommends seeking feedback from trusted individuals and networking within the desired industry.
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Pine Labs CEO Amrish Rau reacts to Sam Altman returning as OpenAl's CEO
- Pine Labs CEO Amrish Rau responded to Sam Altman's return as OpenAI's CEO on X, stating, "Basically Sam has done the same as an Indian employee. Take a new job offer contract and not show up on the day of joining."
- Following his termination from OpenAI, Altman had accepted a position at Microsoft but ultimately rejoined OpenAI as its CEO.
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Reasons why recruiters maybe ignoring your profile on job searching platforms
- Incomplete Profile Information: Include a professional photo, detailed work history, and accomplishments for quick recruiter attention.
- Avoid Generic Terms: Craft a standout headline and summary, avoiding generic phrases.
- Mismatched Skills and Job Titles: Tailor your profile to align with desired roles; recruiters often search for specific skills and job titles, making alignment crucial.
- Online Visibility: In today's competitive job market, a strong online presence is crucial. Use job platforms for convenient connections and ensure your profile stands out.
- Lack of Keywords: Integrate industry-specific keywords for better visibility in recruiter searches.
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Know Your Worth, Get Paid for It: Tips for Negotiating a Pay Raise or Promotion
- Research your role using salary comparison sites, job listing boards, and social media.
- Discuss salaries with coworkers and consider interviewing elsewhere to gauge your market value. Be prepared by gathering statistics on your achievements. Set clear goals for your desired pay raise or promotion.
- Have a backup plan in case negotiations do not go as expected. Statistically, changing jobs often lead to better salary increases than staying with the same employer. If negotiation fails, exploring new opportunities may be beneficial.
- While salary is crucial, consider other benefits like additional time off. A well-rounded package can sometimes be more valuable than a salary increase alone.
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85% employees with chronic illness do not feel supported by employers: Report
- 85% of employees with chronic illnesses feel unsupported by employers, while less than 5% of companies offer comprehensive healthcare options.
- Significant age disparities exist in healthcare adoption, with 50% of those above 51 opting for employer-sponsored plans compared to only 25% in the 20-30 age group.
- Telehealth faces challenges, as only 12% of companies provide support due to concerns about the lack of physical examination, despite 30% of consultations occurring in non-metro cities.
- Neglect of preventive healthcare is evident, with less than 30% participating in company-sponsored initiatives, 59% skipping annual health check-ups, and 71% covering last-mile healthcare expenses out of pocket.
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