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Should you relocate to take a new job?
Hank Boyer Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIn America, just under 15% of the population relocates each year. Some relocation is local and regional, although a good portion (at least 20%) is relocation outside the region. Unless you are relocating outside the area as part of a job transfer or retirement, chances are high that you’ll need to find employment in your new city. So, how do you go about conducting a remote job search? Here are five things a relocating job seeker could do, most of which require just a bit of planning to do them effectively.
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How to make exit interviews count
Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementExit interviews are usually perfunctory and meaningless for two reasons: departing employees don’t really care to provide insight to a company they’re leaving, and organizations tend to brush off these remarks. According to a 2018 survey by HR Bartender, most employees leave for better compensation and benefits, increased opportunities for advancement, more supportive managers, and flexible work schedules. However, if companies take the approach that they can’t increase wages, create additional opportunities for advancement, or let employees work from home three days a week, they may consider exit interviews a waste of time.
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Building the right audience for your LinkedIn content
Sheilamary Koch MarketingDecision-makers look for high-quality content on LinkedIn. Recent data analysis by LinkedIn demonstrates that key audiences — the C-suite, executives, small- to midsize-business owners, and IT leaders — hunger for good content. In ranking the top-followed companies, LinkedIn found that reputable publications like Forbes and TED Talks were second only to big tech companies. This study makes clear that if you’re a professional, LinkedIn is the place to be recognized for your expert content. But to make the most powerful impact, the right people must see your posts. Here’s how to build that audience.
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How to implement a new church management system
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityThankfully, there are many incredible church management software programs available to support a church’s growing needs. You’re most likely already using one of them. If so, I don’t have to tell you about the value a comprehensive ChMS tool can provide to your church. What I can tell you, however, is that not every ChMS is created equal. With that in mind, if your ChMS tool has lost its ability to effectively support your church, it might be time to consider upgrading to a new one. Once you’ve chosen a ChMS vendor, here are some great tips on how to implement a new ChMS tool.
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With Hurricane Dorian on the way, it’s imperative to be prepared
Damon Sayles Facilities & GroundsAs it continues toward the southeast coast of the United States, Hurricane Dorian has become national news. And the closer it gets to the Florida coast, the scarier it becomes. According to the National Hurricane Center, Dorian could threaten the Bahamas and then hit Florida during Labor Day weekend. Per forecasting, Dorian is expected to strengthen to a Category 3 hurricane. Central Florida could be a major target, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency.
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CFOs reveal their employees’ most outrageous expense report submissions
Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIf it's your job to monitor and approve expense report submissions, you may have noticed an uptick in employees trying to submit inappropriate requests. According to a recent survey by Robert Half Management Resources, 56% of chief financial officers have observed an increase in unsuitable expense report submissions during the last three years. There are at least two factors contributing to the rise in inappropriate expense report submissions.
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What happened to bilingual education?
Patrick Gleeson EducationDiscussions of the benefits of a bilingual education often emphasize how it improves critical thinking, encourages a wider understanding of others and develops unique problem-solving skills. These are all true, but perhaps the most important aspect for many parents is that bilingually educated children make more money in adulthood. But that being so, why is bilingual education reserved primarily for students who come from money? If bilingual educations aren't distributed evenly across the economic spectrum in this country, one of the reasons is that, historically, many Americans have been somewhat suspicious of teaching their children a foreign language.
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5 ways to harness the power of microinfluencers
Lisa Mulcahy MarketingWhen you think of social media marketing these days, one of the first things you probably think of are influencers. But the most beneficial influencer for your brand definitely doesn't have to be a celebrity with a massive amount of followers. Microinfluencers — who have fewer than 10,000 followers — are often extremely important in terms of directing their fans to niche brands and products. These influencers are often ignored by advertisers, which is a huge mistake. Working with them can definitely position your brand in a desirable and highly lucrative way.
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Concerns about online hotel scams grow
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementFor years, hoteliers have lobbied Congress to act against growing online scams that lead to fake confirmations of reservations, unnecessary fees, customer harassment, and deal a significant blow to hotel brands. It seems that their calls are finally being heeded. A bipartisan bill, the Stopping Online Booking Scams Act, has been reintroduced in both chambers of Congress to combat online hotel booking scams. If passed, hotel scams would become punishable by law, and scammers would find it harder to get away with their schemes.
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What makes a good speaker? The buy-in
LeRon L. Barton Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIn business, the presentation matters. How an idea is conveyed, communicated, and relayed is important. For example, there could be a scheduled department meeting focusing on the most mundane concept, and it can become captivating. As I have learned and believe in — it is all in the delivery. Corporations, universities, and organizations often hire speakers to present a new idea, facilitate workshops, and entertain audiences. With speakers becoming ubiquitous in corporate culture, the question becomes: What makes a good speaker? As a writer who is an up-and-coming speaker, I wanted to find the answer.
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