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Returnships: Adults re-entering the workforce after taking a break
Read full article: Returnships: Adults re-entering the workforce after taking a breakHave you ever thought about taking a career break? A CNBC poll shows that 52 percent of people agree that health and wellness is an acceptable reason to take a few months to a year off.
Shift shock: How to avoid disappointment at your new job
Read full article: Shift shock: How to avoid disappointment at your new jobA 2024 survey reveals 69% of job seekers are hopeful that they will land the perfect job this year. But what happens when you sign on the dotted line, but the job isn’t what you thought it was going to be?
Help wanted: Why experience is no longer mandatory & how to sell your resume if you don’t have any
Read full article: Help wanted: Why experience is no longer mandatory & how to sell your resume if you don’t have anyBut what do you need to land your dream job? Years of experience used to be mandatory, but times are changing.
Re-energize your career: Tips to beat boredom
Read full article: Re-energize your career: Tips to beat boredomThe average American will spend about one-third of their life at work. That’s why finding a fulfilling career is important for many people. But if your job feels stagnant, you may not enjoy going to work every day.
14M people are exposed to job scams every year. Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: 14M people are exposed to job scams every year. Here’s what you need to knowLinked in reports 50 percent of workers will actively look for a new job this year and most of those people will search online to find one. But beware, job scams are a growing problem. According to the Better Business Bureau, about 14 million people are exposed to an employment scam each year. Now, scammers are finding new ways to get people on board.
RUNG For women: Accelerating careers & fulfilling dreams
Read full article: RUNG For women: Accelerating careers & fulfilling dreamsWomen are more ambitious than ever, yet despite some hard-fought gains, women’s representation in the workplace is not keeping pace. That’s according to the latest Women in the Workplace Report. In fact, women’s representation in the C-suite or people running companies, is the highest it has ever been. Although only 53 of fortune 500 top bosses are women and only eight are women of color. A pew research poll reveals women make just 82 cents for every dollar earned by their male counterparts. For black women, that’s 70 cents. One organization is dedicated to giving women the skills they need to reach their full potential.
Healing runner’s heel without surgery
Read full article: Healing runner’s heel without surgeryTennis, pickleball, golf, running – millions of people will suffer from over-use injuries this year. The pain can literally stop you in your tracks. When physical therapy and medications don’t help, surgery is usually the only option. But now, there’s a new minimally invasive procedure that will help ease your pain and get you back out doing what you love.
The changing career landscape in 2024
Read full article: The changing career landscape in 2024The job market is constantly changing. Case in point, we just experienced the great resignation. Now hiring experts are predicting the great stay. Technology, the economy and social changes all impact the workplace.
Sneaky interview tricks: The coffee test & more
Read full article: Sneaky interview tricks: The coffee test & moreThe average employer interviews seven to 10 candidates for one job. And according to hired.com, on average, a person will have two to three interviews before being offered a new position. But there are some strategies that interviewers use to see if you are the right person for their company. Ivanhoe shows us how to navigate through a tricky job interview.
Things to do in your 20s to make sure you’re successful in your 30s
Read full article: Things to do in your 20s to make sure you’re successful in your 30sA study by Indeed reveals that, on average, it takes eight jobs to find the one that brings ultimate job satisfaction. Interestingly, most individuals don't discover their ideal match until the age of 45. However, your 20s provide a pivotal opportunity to lay the foundation for future success.
AI is screening your resume: How to make your application AI-proof
Read full article: AI is screening your resume: How to make your application AI-proofDid you know that 99 percent of Fortune 500 companies now use Artificial Intelligence, or AI, as a screening tool for resumes? That means some simple mistakes that the AI bots don’t like could be costing you!
Transitioning from stay-at-home mom to full-time-job mom
Read full article: Transitioning from stay-at-home mom to full-time-job momReturning to the workforce can be challenging for stay-at-home moms. One study found that parents who take time off to care for their families were about half as likely to get called in for an interview as people who were unemployed for other reasons.
New initiative unveiled for aspiring mechanics to help with industry-wide shortage
Read full article: New initiative unveiled for aspiring mechanics to help with industry-wide shortageThe effort hopes to help low-income students obtain a two-year certification program in Arizona, Georgia, Illinois and Texas.
Wait, you heard that? Your mic might not really be muted during video calls, according to study
Read full article: Wait, you heard that? Your mic might not really be muted during video calls, according to studyFawaz and Yang tested videoconferencing applications on major operating systems such as iOS, Android, Windows and Mac, to see if the microphones were still accessed by the apps while muted.
Weekend Reporter
Read full article: Weekend ReporterDetails:WJXT, The Local Station in Jacksonville, FL, is looking for an experienced Reporter/MMJ to work weekends. Must be able to handle breaking news and turn daily content quickly. Plan to turn several stories a day--- including content for web and social media. Requirements:Must be flexible with work schedule which includes working different shifts including nights, holidays and on-call as needed. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WJXT/WCWJ will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
Investigative Reporter
Read full article: Investigative ReporterDetails:WJXT, The Local Station in Jacksonville, FL, is looking for an experienced and self-driven Investigative Reporter with a passion for public records, data, and exposing wrongdoing. We want a high-energy professional who will contribute investigative content on a big local or national story daily while also working on in-depth long-form storytelling. You will work with an investigative producer and photographer to help visualize your story to have maximum impact on-air and online. Requirements:Prior investigative experience needed. Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks.