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Should Recruiting Be Removed from HR?

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 22, 2023

Why Graduates Are Struggling To Land Jobs And What To Do About It

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 22, 2023

Four Key Questions To Ask In A Job Interview

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 21, 2023

Jobs Report: Hiring Stays Strong But Unemployment Rate Rises

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 4, 2022

Job growth remained solid in October, as employers added 261,000 payroll positions while the unemployment rate ticked up to 3.7%. The data probably won't alter the Federal Reserve's push to hike its key interest rate close to 5%. After the jobs report, Dow Jones futures strengthened, as the blue chip index tries to snap a […]

4 Ways To Minimize Career Risk In A Market Downturn

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 3, 2022

As multiple companies (IWarner Bros. Discovery, Robinhood) announce layoffs, aspiring career changers like Kera might decide to pause their efforts. If you’re already anxious about the economy, you may not want to add on the anxiety of a job search. Even if you’re lucky enough to land a new job, job security is more tenuous for […]

How To Deal With A Toxic Boss (Without Losing Your Sanity)

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 2, 2022

It’s no secret that managers can make or break your experience at work. A good boss can open doors for you and help you accelerate your career, while a toxic boss can make you dread getting out of bed every single morning. If you find yourself currently experiencing the latter, here are some suggestions to […]

4 million NYC workers will now see how much jobs pay before they apply—here’s what to know

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 1, 2022

After months of waiting, landmark legislation affecting New York City’s roughly 4 million private-sector workers is finally going into effect: Starting Nov. 1, most employers in New York City will be required to list the salary range on all posted job ads, promotions and transfer opportunities. Experts say legislation that promotes salary transparency from the employer’s […]

Why Misrepresenting Yourself On Your Résumé Can Damage Your Career In The Long Run

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on November 1, 2022

Picture this scenario: You are applying for your dream job. The only issue is that the job posting calls for a candidate who has a “minimum of three years of teaching experience.” You have two. However, you want to make yourself appear like the most qualified candidate because there are likely dozens of other applicants vying […]

How to Attract Top Tech Talent

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on October 29, 2022

Companies are having a tough time finding, hiring and keeping the top technical talent they need to keep their businesses running and growing. Employers used to think that appropriate pay was enough, but that's changed: To attract and keep talented people, companies need to understand how their priorities have shifted — and be able to […]

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