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Right now, U.S. economic growth isn’t robust; it’s in decline. With interest rates rising and inflation breaking records, most small business owners worry about heading toward recession. For most small companies, it’s probably time to cut back but experts say it’s also time to get ahead by saving. How can you do both and why does saving matter to your business?

The Importance of Saving for a Potential Recession The State of the Economy GDP fell 0.9% in the second quarter , marking two consecutive months of decline. Amid increasing fears of a recession, the feds hiked interest rates in an effort to combat inflation. This puts small business owners near the “lending cliff,” potentially putting cash flow at risk for many companies seeking growth through borrowing.

Traditionally, businesses pare down as we enter tight economic times. Prices go up and spending...

There’s more to a new job than just the salary. Sure, pay is important, but there are other factors to weigh if you get the job offer. From benefits to remote work, PTO, and flexibility, what should you look for in your next job? Here’s what the surveys say are important to job seekers and what you should consider in addition to pay.

Top Benefits and/or Perks to Look for in a New Job Gallup released a poll in February on what employees want. Employers were paying attention because The Great Resignation is still happening; more than four million people quit their jobs in the U.S. every month since the beginning of the year. That’s left employers asking, “ What do these workers want ?”

Gallup answered that question in a February poll. They found that better pay from their prior job is still highly motivating, but equally important is “well-being” on the job...

You have a lot riding on the interview. It’s nerve-wracking. The stress can ratchet up if you haven’t gone through the interview process in a while. But there is one thing you can do to improve your chances during your next job interview: Practice. How can you practice the interview beforehand? We have some tactics to try.

Tips to Better Practice Your Interviewing Skills

Why You Need to Practice the Interview The best performances require extensive practice. If you’ve played sports, you probably understand. The trick is to not only perform at your peak during the interview but also to make it look effortless. Just like an athlete. Practicing the interview may mean that you end up getting the job. Failing to practice puts you at risk of not getting the job. It’s pretty simple.

The first steps toward practicing for any interview require you...

Up to 99% of job candidates in the U.S. say they have ghosted an employer. Why not, since 70% of candidates apply for a job and never hear back from the employer . Why not pay employers back by ghosting them? The answer is simple: Ghosting can hurt your career. Here’s how.

Reasons to Avoid Ghosting Potential Employers Understanding Ghosting To start out on the same page, ghosting happens when one party in the recruiting process stops responding after a relationship has been established. For example, if you’ve been working with a recruiter and they go silent, you’ve been ghosted. Candidates ghost employers all the time and the effect is the same. You’re going along during the recruiting process and suddenly disappear. You may have another job. You may decide to stay in your existing role. Either way, one day—you’re just gone. Why Ghosting is a Bad Idea

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You’re a warehouse worker on a mission to find a new job. You have one big problem, though. You have an interview scheduled and wonder what’s appropriate to wear. Work every day in jeans, t-shirts, and steel-toed boots. If your clothes are clean, is it okay to wear this to the interview? We have answers that will help you look and feel your best for your next warehouse interview.

Dressing for Your Next Warehouse Interview It’s easy to assume that wearing casual clothes to an interview in a warehouse is appropriate. In fact, it’s the wrong approach. Employers know you won’t wear a suit on the job but they also don’t want you showing up in the same attire you’d wear at work. There should be a “happy medium” in your approach to dressing for your warehouse interview. Your goal should be to make a good impression. While there are probably dozens of people...

An overwhelming number of companies say that soft skills are better than hard skills. The study, by CareerBuilder, showed that 77% of employers say the less tangible skills often associated with the candidate’s personality are more important than a hard skill that they’ve learned. What soft skills should you be looking for in your next hires?

Top Soft Skills to Look for in a Job Candidate Here’s the truth about that job description you’re trying to hire for: It’s the soft skills that matter. You can have two candidates with exactly the same credentials and experiences, but the best person to hire is the one that exhibits a strong work ethic and emotional maturity. Soft skills, those traits that are not learned but just a part of who the candidate is, are the skills that employers should take note of these days. What are soft skills?

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You've decided that there is a new opportunity out there and that it's time for a change. Here, this post looks at how to properly write a resignation letter at your current position.

We’re in the throes of the Great Resignation, where millions of people have quit their jobs over the past few months. So, the chances of you needing to know how to write a resignation letter are probably high. If you’ve found or are considering a new job opportunity, this blog will help you write the perfect resignation letter that won’t burn bridges but will help you transition to a better job.

Resignation Letter 101 The basics of a resignation letter include: The date. Your name and title. The date you’re leaving.

You may or may not have already shared with your boss why you’re leaving. We hope, even if you’re tempted, that you do not burn any bridges with...