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Employee engagement is important because it has been proven to reduce turnover, increase retention rates, and leads to improved efficiency and productivity. Though not simple to implement, when it is implemented correctly, it can have long-lasting effects and reverberate throughout the entire company and organization. Employee engagement is oftentimes a buzzword that is used by … Read more

Some industries, particularly consulting, have a ton of mandatory travel. These industries have upwards of 90% travel requirement, typically needing the employee to travel four days out of the week. When it comes to traveling for work is often exciting, but brings up questions surrounding expenses and payment for airfare and hotels. That’s why we’re … Read more

The Importance of Communication We all communicate in one-way or another on a daily basis, but do we communicate effectively? The importance of communication, especially professional communication, cannot be overstated. Whereas good communication is an important skill in a personal setting, it is integral and necessary in a professional one. The risk of miscommunication, misunderstandings, … Read more

Visual elements make up a big portion of our professional and personal lives. All around us, there are visually appealing and professionally taken photographs. These photographs are appealing, enticing, and draw us in to the subject matter. On the other hand, a grainy, low quality photograph can actually disinterest or dissuade us from the subject … Read more

What is a CEO? A CEO is the Chief Executive Officer for a company and all major companies will have only one CEO. The designation of CEO is generally reserved for the most senior individual on the executive leadership team. The Chief Executive Officer of a company reports to the board of directors of a … Read more

Externships offer students an opportunity to shadow and observe a company or industry they are interested in. It allows them to view the inner workings of the company and a position. This observatory period is invaluable as it allows students to make a more informed decision on whether or not they are really interested in … Read more

Have you been accidentally overpaid by your employer? Did your most recent paycheck have an extra $50, $100, or even $1,000? While it may seem like a surprise bonus, you shouldn’t get too excited just yet. And I hate to break the good news, but yes, you do have to pay it back. The Fair … Read more

What Is A Skip Level Meeting? Great managers care deeply about their employees and their needs. Good, and smart, organizations will continue to promote great managers into roles which allow them to utilize their managerial skills effectively. But sometimes, some great managers may be a level or two removed from their employees. That’s why skip … Read more

Being social media perfect doesn’t have to be difficult. Deleting old inappropriate posts, setting your account to private, and updating your profile photo are easy steps you can take. Your social media presence can have a huge affect on your job search prospects and you should be extra careful on what you post and what … Read more

Congratulations are definitely in order! Whether it’s your first pregnancy or you’re adding to your growing family, getting pregnant is definitely a celebratory event. However, you may feel anxious about letting your manager know the news. Follow these steps below to handle the conversation in a professional manner and how to tell your manager you’re … Read more