The Elevator

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What are the pros and cons of unlimited PTO?
What are the pros and cons of unlimited PTO?

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Is unlimited paid time off an HR trick to get talented employees in the door, only for them to realize that the limits are very real? We look at the reality of this popular benefit.
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Published in Career

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

Work-life balance for managers: how it affects your leadership
Want to become an effective leader? The key to your success may be boosting your work-life balance. Read our guide to find out how to get it right.
Work-life balance for managers: how it affects your leadership
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3 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to apply for jobs if you have a criminal record
Applying for a job when you have a criminal record is complicated, but not impossible. We explore the potential and pitfalls of a delicate situation.
How to apply for jobs if you have a criminal record
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9 min read

Published in Career

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

Coworking spaces may limit your creativity, says new study
Coworking spaces are a great way to meet other professionals, but what are they doing to your creativity? New research reveals what you should know.
Coworking spaces may limit your creativity, says new study
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4 min read

Published in Career

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

Guide to finding a job after rehab
Putting your life back together following treatment for a substance use disorder is comparable to a full-time job. How can you manage an actual job search simultaneously after rehab? Here, we explore the challenges and rewards of reentering the workforce while recovery remains your top priority.
Guide to finding a job after rehab
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16 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

How to indicate availability on your resume: essential tips & strategies
Rarely is it necessary to indicate on your resume when you’re available to work, because availability can be assumed in most hiring circumstances. But in some instances, clarifying your work availability on your resume can benefit both you and potential employers.
How to indicate availability on your resume: essential tips & strategies
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11 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Quitting a job without another lined up: a risky move or a leap of faith?
When our job satisfaction nosedives beyond a certain point, quitting becomes inevitable. But should you sit and suffer until you have found a new job? Let’s consider the options.
Quitting a job without another lined up: a risky move or a leap of faith?
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14 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

Excel skills resume: highlighting your proficiency effectively
Your spreadsheets are the talk of the company because they look so great. You want to make sure your application to your dream job includes that you excel at Excel, but how do you highlight that on your resume? We look at how to do just that.
Excel skills resume: highlighting your proficiency effectively
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11 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

Customer service resume objectives: writing to impress
When it’s time for a customer service job change, the few short lines of text at the top of your resume page could be the most impactful writing task you’ve tackled in a long time. Here we offer some practical advice for composing an effective customer service resume objective.
Customer service resume objectives: writing to impress
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13 min read

Published in Career

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

Career vs job: understanding the differences
Do you want just any job or are you thinking bigger? If you’re looking toward the future, it’s smart to have a career plan. In the following guide, we will take a look at the difference between a career and a job to help you start planning yours.
Career vs job: understanding the differences
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10 min read

Published in Career

by Lotte van RijswijkLotte van Rijswijk

The job-hopping capitals of the U.S., UK, Australia and Canada
The Great Resignation has stirred a whole new generation to consider the benefits of job-hopping - quitting several roles in a row after a period of around a year or less. Resume.io set out to discover in which parts of the U.S. and other key markets job-hopping is currently most common.
The job-hopping capitals of the U.S., UK, Australia and Canada
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24 min read

Published in Career

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

The best time to apply for jobs
Should you send that application during the summer or over winter holiday? Over the weekend or first thing Monday? Timing may not be everything, but it can make a difference in your application. We look at the best time to apply for jobs to make the most of your search.
The best time to apply for jobs
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11 min read
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