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Before taking a job, consider more than just the salary. Determine whether the benefits fit your needs and interests. Evaluating your total compensation package includes your salary and benefits. Health insurance, a retirement plan, and paid time off (PTO) support your quality of life. A 2023 report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)…
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Job searching when you have been unemployed can be stressful. You may be unsure of when you might land your next role. Maintaining a positive attitude while job searching can be difficult. The longer it takes to secure a position, the more discouraged you might feel. Fortunately, you can take steps to find a job…
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Prudential’s 2021 Pulse of the American Worker Survey showed that 25% of respondents would be changing jobs in the next year. Many cited having a flexible work schedule, including the ability to work remotely, as the main reason for switching employers. If you are considering changing jobs, be sure to think about your reasons and…
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Having a list of job references ready for employers helps with your job search. Hiring managers want to know how you benefitted previous organizations and how you can benefit theirs. Knowing whom to choose and how to ask is important. This helps you share the information the manager is looking for. Implement these three tips…
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Developing a culture of safety needs to be every manufacturing employee’s top priority. Maintaining a safe work environment reduces the risks of illness and injury among team members. This saves individuals and the company time and money on employee absences, medical expenses, and related issues. Promoting a culture of safety needs to be a mindset…
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Have you become disillusioned with your engineering job? Perhaps you’re working longer hours during the coronavirus pandemic. Maybe you’re tired of remote work. Or, there’s not enough time in the day to get through your workload. How do you know whether it’s time to find a new opportunity? The following tips can give you an…
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Searching for a new job can be stressful. You may not hear back from employers or receive feedback on how to improve your search. This is why you should partner with a recruiter from a staffing firm that specializes in your industry. The recruiter can use their experience, insights, and unadvertised opportunities to increase your…
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After you receive a verbal job offer, you likely will receive an email with the written offer. Whether you read over the information and decide to accept or decline the offer, request more information, or negotiate, you need to respond in a reasonable amount of time. Knowing what to include and some suggested formats for…
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In the continuously evolving sales industry, the most effective sales techniques still are being used today. Although the processes may be slightly different, the results typically lead to closing on deals. Knowing what some of these techniques help*– you move forward in your sales career. Choose among these six tips to increase your success in…
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Even if you aren’t currently looking for work, growing your network is a smart career move. After all, you never know who might help you land your next job. Are you ready to start building connections? Follow these five networking tips for manufacturing professionals. 1. Get to Know Your Coworkers When you’re trying to expand your network, your own organization is the perfect place to…
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