After all the effort and money invested into Six Sigma Training, no one wants their skills to go unnoticed. Therefore, it may become apparent that a job search is on the horizon if the efforts aren't quickly appreciated by the company that currently employs the newest certified Six Sigma trainee. There are many different jobs that can be found specifically in the Six Sigma industry, including a variety of junior and senior level positions...more
Starting a business is more popular than ever. It's also not the impossible dream that it once was. There are many resources out there, including funding solutions for just about everyone. Here are some tips on where and how to get the money you need for your business start up.So you've decided to drop out of the job search rat race for employment and become a business owner yourself? The opportunities when you are self-employed are endless. You...more
There are lots of funny books out there, but not all of them hit the spot closest to home as well as The Chronicles of a Hardworking Slacker. We have all seen The Office and it paints the perfect picture of what it's like to be around annoying people all day long. Dealing with difficult people is one of those things that can drive even the best of us mad, and it seems as if this is the case in the book.So what things do they talk about in The Chronicles of a Hardworking Slacker? Without going so far as to ruin the book, it's easy to say that Michelle talks about some things that are pretty common in the American workplace. It is time that you just face the facts. People are stupid, crazy, and in many cases, a combination of these two things. When those things happen in your office, there are a few different ways to handle it. You can either let these folks drive you mad, or you can write a book about it. That is a much better plan, especially when it's a funny book that talks of an annoying and lazy coworker.Some of the stories in this book are much too real to really be funny. A bad workplace is enough to bring a lot of people down and make them less motivated. As the book says,...more
College Jobs are not only for Seniors! Whether you are just starting college or about to graduate , you need to look for a great one. Many college students decide upon an internship in the field in which they are studying. This gives them experience that they need to put on their resume as well as the opportunity to see if this is the right...more
Search jobs online in India through jobsites, meant exclusively for this purpose. Online searches are very popular and most used method now days. People from all over the country are logging-on to the job-sites to search jobs in India and abroad, as per requirement. Gone are the days when people used to visit the placement agencies, to get a...more
In my second year of business, I was contemplating hiring an employee or hiring a subcontractor. I decided on the subcontractor. I had my first heartening experience as a business owner. I had a client that had a high volume of work that needed to be done quickly and a lot of back work. I needed someone to help get everything up to date, so I hired a subcontractor. Being of a naive nature, I did not have any agreements with her. Well you guessed it; she cut me right out of the middle and took over the account. This was the beginning of compiling contracts for employees and contractors.This is a difficult topic because not all states will uphold Employment and Non-Compete Agreements. Connecticut is a state that will and they can be enforced. Also you will need a good attorney to review these documents.Here are some things that should be covered in Non-Competes and Employment Agreements:When it comes to a Non-Compete agreement be sure you cover: 1. Geographical area - within reason2. Timeline of non-compete needs to be reasonable3. Terms of employees/contractors soliciting your clients.When it comes to an Employment Agreement or Contractor Agreement:1. At-will employment for...more
When you are changing jobs it can cause a lot of stress for you. But if you learn how to handle the change the best way, you can really make the transition much easier for you and you can learn to enjoy the changes instead of worry about them...more
If you were to be asked, Is your work at home job meeting your expectations? what would you answer? Do you feel like its stressing you out or exhausting you? Are you regretting the fact that you decided to work from home?These questions often arise...more
For those getting their Australian working visas, finding a good job in the country is definitely a must. And with plenty of job openings in the country today, you will be able to find one in no time at all. One of the sectors that you will likely...more
More and more hotels prefer that their employees have additional education, especially for management positions. While most hotels want their managers to have a degree in hotel or restaurant management, many will also accept a liberal arts degree if...more
There a lot of reasons why people are interested in looking for home based business opportunities. Almost every household now has a computer and are online most of the time. Working from home has become a very viable way to earn a living and finding...more
Have you ever applied for a Green Card manually? If yes then you must be aware with the frills involved in the process. The process of Green Card application involves several checks of documentation related to professional and personal details. Due...more