U.S. job growth is improving as companies added 157,000 jobs in July, and the unemployment rate fell slightly to 3.9%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gains were seen in professional and business services, manufacturing, healthcare, and social assistance.
In July, the unemployment rate edged down by 0.1 percentage point to 3.9%, following an increase in June. The number of unemployed persons declined by 284,000 to 6.3 million in July. Both measures were down over the year, by
In an unnatural setting like a job interview, it might be tempting for you to put on a show. But you’ll get much further if you figure out how to present your true self in the best light. READ MORE AT FAST COMPANY
Do you wake up feeling pumped about work, or wanting to stay in bed? So much of our lives is spent working. Don’t waste those precious hours doing something you don’t care about. At the very least, you should be interested in what you do.
Only 13% of employees worldwide say they are engaged in their jobs. What about the other 87%? READ MORE AT FORBES
Net Generation. Centennials. The iGeneration. Whatever label you choose, Generation Z is here, and its oldest members are beginning to enter the workforce.
Born after 1995, this generation has never known a world without the internet, and most can’t recall a time before smartphones. The oldest members of this new generation have been shaped by events like 9/11 and the Great Recession, and now they’re beginning to look for work. READ MORE AT THE BUSINESS JOURNALS
One of the most important things about acing an interview aside from authenticity? Transparency.
So, if there's a gap in your resume, rest assured it will come up during an interview. Assume recruiters will spot it on your resume and inquire about why there's a gap or what you were doing with your time.
There are several ways to address it in a thoughtful, straightforward manner depending on the actual reason. READ MORE AT U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
Wall Street is looking at lot more diverse – at least for the summer.
This year’s crop of interns is Bank of America’s “most diverse group ever,” the lender told investors on its second-quarter earnings call. Women comprise 45 percent of the current class – up from 42 percent in 2017 – while non-white interns make up 55 percent. Goldman Sachs . and Wells Fargo report similar numbers. READ MORE AT THE SPOKESMAN-REVIEW
Diversity and inclusion are becoming increasingly important to businesses.
Public pressure has prompted companies to become more vocal about their equality agendas, and political institutions are introducing frameworks to make sure employers stick to their word. READ MORE AT CNBC
As social movements across the country continue to shape global conversations around equity, the spotlight and opportunity have been thrust onto the business sector to reflect the values society cares about most.
For the first time ever, this generation of the U.S. workforce is demanding a more genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, one that represents the spectrum of our population and the various social movements happening in and across the communities they serve. READ MORE AT TRIPLE
NEXT time you're going for a job interview, a "selfie" could make all the difference.
That's according to HR expert Gary Burnison, chief executive of management consulting firm Korn Ferry and author of Lose the Resume, Land the Job.
He argues that if you're landing interviews but not getting any further, like most people you'll probably go back to polishing your resume when you should be doing "one thing that could really make a difference". READ MORE AT THE IPSWICH ADVERTISER
The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GPHCC) will host its Annual Closing the Gap Conference on June 12 at the Community College of Philadelphia, welcoming entrepreneurs, leaders and human resource professionals to a series of sessions on successfully marketing to and engaging Latinos in the food and hospitality industries.
“The conference provides business owners, corporations, and industry professionals the opportunity to learn how to overcome the outcome gaps Latinos face in
Your first holiday office party is approaching and you’re looking forward to schmoozing with your colleagues. But don’t mistake this get-together for “thirsty Thursday” or other favourite get-togethers with your new-found work buddies. Especially if you’re just launching your career, you want to protect your untarnished reputation.
In other words: Do the exact opposite of what you’ve seen in the trailers for Office Christmas Party... READ MORE AT TORONTO SUN
Whether you’re a new mom looking to re-enter the workforce or you just want a job that lets you work remotely, flexible careers can lead to better productivity and happiness — so why not break out of the traditional mold?
“If you've been away from the workforce for a while, it's common to worry that diving back into the traditional 9 to 5 work style won't quite work for you,” says Brie Reynolds, a career specialist with FlexJobs. “Flexible and remote jobs can be a great option, especially if yo
There are some tried and true strategies job seekers use to discover and land a new job. This year's Job Seeker Nation Study by Jobvite, a recruiting platform, highlights the methods successful job hunters used to secure a new career.
While most workers (61 percent) are satisfied with their current jobs, over 80 percent are open to new job opportunities, according to the survey. READ MORE AT U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
In its second annual diversity report, Uber, which has been sued by employees alleging racial and gender discrimination, showed small increases in the number of women and minorities in tech and leadership positions.
“We have made meaningful progress over the last year, but we still have a lot of work to do to increase representation of women and underrepresented groups,” wrote Liane Hornsey, Uber chief people officer, in a blog post.
That progress was modest. “Underrepresented groups” such as m
Trying to find a job that pays over $100,000? You'll need to start planning early, according to a new list of high-paying jobs compiled by job search engine Indeed.
Indeed's list of 20 jobs that pay over $100,000 is dominated by jobs in the health and tech industry. The top six highest paying jobs all fall in the medical field, with neurologists coming in as the highest paying jobs and psychiatrists following closely behind. READ MORE AT USA TODAY
As Silicon Valley's workplace diversity wars play out – and amid the spotlight on sexual harassment and abuse in the tech industry and beyond – Pew Research's survey finds that half of women who work in science, technology, engineering and math say they have experienced some sort of discrimination on the job. That compares to 41% of women in non-STEM jobs who say they have experienced discrimination at work. READ MORE AT THE STAR ONLINE
With the holidays and new year approaching, it will soon be the season people pause to reflect on their life, and evaluate their personal and professional goals. After a year of dissatisfaction in their work, this is the time of year people resolve to do something about it, whether it is to stay the course with a particular job or a particular company, or to move to a different company, or embark on a new career path. READ MORE AT FORBES
Where do we go from here? As we explore the future of diversity in this time of transition and change across our country and world, let us acknowledge that priorities might change, but inclusion will always matter to both individuals and organizations.
Inclusion is the asset that is hidden in plain sight. Today, the goal is to learn how to access it as a tool for success.
Over the years, priorities for diversity and inclusion have been different for each company, organization, educational insti
