Every first Friday of October, the U.S. celebrates National Manufacturing Day. The latest celebration, however, wasn’t all about cheers. More than 3,000 manufacturers have opened their facilities to young people of all school ages in an effort to attract younger individuals, especially Millennials, to consider a career in this sector. This decision comes at a crucial … [Read more...]

Every day, thousands of people die due to work-related accidents at construction sites. According to an article by Safety and Health magazine, during a 45-year career, there is a 1 in 200 chance that a construction worker will die from a work-related incident. According to OSHA “Fatal Four”, the leading causes of casualties and physical harm in the private sector are … [Read more...]

If you are not satisfied with your current job and you think that you are not moving forward, you should start thinking about an alternative career. There are many careers that you can think about. You would need to upgrade your skills and learn the new things that you need to be successful in this era. In this article, various alternate career choices are discussed for … [Read more...]

There are several reasons why people select a certain career path. For some, it might be convenience. It’s easy to fall into a job opportunity you might not have intended, yet stay in because you find the work rewarding and you know you can do it. Some might rocket to a career path in their childhood when given a certain opportunity, while others may wish to make money, … [Read more...]

As we move into 2020, there are plenty of exciting things to think about in terms of your career. If you are still studying and 2020 is the year you will graduate, perhaps you’ll be looking for the dream job to start out with as you begin your journey. If you already have a job, perhaps the start of a new decade has sparked some new ideas in your mind about what you want … [Read more...]

Business owners are –– by their very nature –– an ambitious and energetic bunch. After all, it requires a great deal of hard work and ingenuity to create a successful startup. However, as all experienced professionals recognize, everyone needs support from a team to achieve their goals. No matter how small your organization is, it’s imperative that business leaders manage to … [Read more...]

We all make mistakes, some with higher consequences than others, and gaining a criminal record is perhaps one of the highest consequences of all. A criminal record can make it very difficult to find or grow within your employment, even long after your penalty has been served, so here are a few ways to tackle it to prevent it from limiting your potential and stopping you from … [Read more...]

The internet has helped to make the world more connected. This has allowed employers to look for talent abroad rather than solely having to look locally. The advantage of this is that it gives you access to a greater pool of talent, increasing your chances of finding the perfect candidate. Hiring employees from abroad does have added challenges, which are also worth … [Read more...]

Aviation is one of the most awe-inspiring industries in which to work. Flight has been placed on a pedestal for decades and with the advancements in aviation technology, airplanes, and transport, it has become an inspiring and aspirational industry in which to secure a job. College leavers who want to work in transport can often struggle to find a role in aviation as it … [Read more...]

It’s a fact of life that people spend a large portion of their time at work. If you are going to spend a significant amount of your day at work, it makes sense to find a job that you love. Many people struggle to know what they want to do for a living which can make them feel dissatisfied with their working life. This dissatisfaction at work can then impact on all areas of … [Read more...]