Is that a Stress Ball in Your Pocket…or Are You Just Unhappy to See Me?

April is Stress Awareness Month, and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that long hours at work, a difficult or unappreciative supervisor, a long commute…or all of the above… could add up to some serious stress. So now is the perfect time to take a deep breath, step back, and evaluate whether […]

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Should You Catch That Boomerang Employee Who Wants to Return?

Although there has been a great deal of stigma surrounding the rehiring of former employees, current trends within the job market are actually seeing an increase in acceptance of boomerang workers. According to a recent survey by the Society for Human Resource Management, 65 percent of managers claim to be more accepting of boomerang employees […]

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Thank You Notes – Is Email Good Enough?

Given the long-range and fast-paced nature of electronic communications in the 21st century, many of us tend to fall into the habit of relying on such methods, including email, to interact with friends, family members, peers and co-workers. While this behavior is perfectly acceptable in many scenarios, there are still some documents that have a […]

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