Health Is Wealth: How to Move Away From Hustle Culture
We all open social media and are reminded of others’ successful lives: a picture perfect viewpoint of a struggle-free life. We know it’s not an accurate...
Base Helps You Improve Your Health with Scientific Data
Base When you’re dealing with everyday health issues like stress, fatigue, insomnia and irritability, it’s hard to pinpoint the changes that you need to make...
Want to Get Hired Fast in the Post Pandemic Job Market? Make Sure Your Insurance Resume Has These Four Things!
We surveyed 67 national employers and asked them what they look for when they get your resume that would get them excited to set an interview. The feedback they provide for job seekers is invaluable, and if you implement this, you will immediately get noticed and put on the "top of the stack." Please repeat after me...your resume does NOT get a job; it gets you an interview.
The Ground Rules: How to Argue with Yourself About Your Work Life
As many of us are, I am particularly hard on myself when it comes to work life. I participate in egregious inner conversations concerning a...
It’s Not the Great Resignation Anymore…Welcome to the New World of Employee Free Agency!
Two weeks ago, our longtime, fantastic office manager came into my office and let me know she was leaving our company to take another job. For her, it was the hardest thing she probably ever had to do in her professional career, verified by the tears and fears of leaving a job she loved for the unknown world of more money and career change.
11 Million Open Jobs and You’re Not Getting Interviews? Here is Why & How to Fix It!
Right now is maybe the best time to get a great job, not just any job. Here are three significant mistakes job seekers make in 2022 and how to fix them. No matter what you do for a living or what level of job you are in, most likely, there is a great job waiting. I can promise you that understanding these three things that prevent you from getting a great job will yield more interviews and, ultimately, a great job.
11 Million Open Jobs and You’re Not Getting Interviews? Here is Why & How to Fix It!
Right now is maybe the best time to get a great job, not just any job. Here are three significant mistakes job seekers make in 2022 and how to fix them. No matter what you do for a living or what level of job you are in, most likely, there is a great job waiting. I can promise you that understanding these three things that prevent you from getting a great job will yield more interviews and, ultimately, a great job.
What is a budtender? And how do I become one?
Getty For many people, simply being surrounded by weed all day is a dream come true. But what if you could get paid for it?...
Are Insurance Companies Ready To Post Their Salary Ranges in All Job Postings?
This is a fascinating topic. When employers post jobs, they hope to get enough applicants with the "must have" skills needed to be a top performer. A compelling job title and job description get excited supercharge applications for qualified job seekers.
Three LinkedIn Profile Changes Job Seekers MUST Make in a Post Covid 2022
Like all social media, those who stand out (which means they have optimized profiles) are the ones that usually get the interviews. Also, never forget that 90% of all recruiters (companies and third-party recruiters) search LinkedIn every day looking for your optimized profile. In a post covid hiring world, it is time to tweak your profile. Here is what you need to know.
The Core Files: Expectations, Reality & Moving Beyond the Breach
Amanda Kloska @unsplash “Yeah, it might be all that you get. Yeah, I guess this might well be it.” – Theme from Ted Lasso, by...
Video Interviews are Here to Stay- 2022 Tips You Need to Know That Will Get You the Job!
For 2022 and beyond, it is time to take video interviewing seriously since employers will expect minimal hiccups. The honeymoon with video interview technology is over, and employers will be expecting excellence. Here is what you need to know.
Insurance Careers Month Edition- New Ways to Recruit Outstanding, New Insurance Talent
The challenge to find great new insurance talent marches on, and during Insurance Career Month, your company can gain a competitive edge learning from many experts.
You Should Be Your Own Muse
Hai Tran @unsplash Muse 1: any of the nine sister goddesses in Greek mythology presiding over song and poetry and the arts and sciences Clio...
The Core Files: The Great Rearranging, Clarity & Thinking Small
Adib Harith @unsplash In my mind, our expectations for the holiday season feel a bit misaligned. Many of us are juggling typically high expectations —...
Budding Interests | ‘Trim’ looks at legalization through the eyes of women
By ISABELLA VANDERHEIDEN | ivanderheiden@times-standard.com | Times-Standard Photo Caption: A new documentary, “Trim: Women in Cannabis” takes a look at the shift to legalization in California from 2007 through...
Employers-The Great Resignation Gives You a Once in a Lifetime Event To Recruit and Hire Great Employees!
People want to and need to work, and they will start returning in droves. Here are some recruiting tips to help you find the best employees ever!
Employers-The Great Resignation Gives You a Once in a Lifetime Event To Recruit and Hire Great Employees!
. People want to and need to work, and they will start returning in droves. Here are some recruiting tips to help you find the best employees ever!
The Great Resignation and Retirement Hits the Insurance Industry – Why This is Great For Your Insurance Career!
The great resignation and retirements in the insurance industry are opening up significant opportunities. Companies are ready to hire motivated, trainable and people in the long run. If your job or company isn't meeting your career demands, you will never find a better time to make a change!
The Great Resignation is the Opportunity of a Lifetime To Get Your Best Job Ever- Here is How!
The "great resignation" is alive and well. Since August of 2021, over 4 million people have quit their jobs…each month! Pre-Covid, this would indicate a booming economy. But just like the pandemic, nothing is normal, and the job market is certainly no exception. The good news is that this employment anomaly may be the a once in a lifetime event that can excel your career path!
‘We’ve got to evolve’: Humboldt County cannabis industry looks to tourism
Struggling legacy farmers need tax breaks, promotion to move into future, local leaders say By ISABELLA VANDERHEIDEN | ivanderheiden@times-standard.com | For the last year, Humboldt County’s cannabis farmers have...
4 Myths about working in the cannabis industry debunked
Getty The growing acceptance of cannabis in the United States, along with the legalization of recreational cannabis use in 18 states, has created a booming...
These are the highest-paying jobs in the cannabis industry
Getty The cannabis industry is growing. In fact, market research predicts explosive growth in this area in the next ten years. And with that growth comes...
Become a marijuana master with this sommelier-like certification for cannabis
The Ganjier program aims to expand education about the substance and facilitate a broader appreciation of craft cannabis By CHRISTINE RICCIARDI | cricciardi@denverpost.com | The Denver Post When you’re...
“High” aspirations: 5 cannabis jobs you never knew existed
Getty According to Business Insider, the cannabis jobs market grew by over 77,000 positions in 2021, with an estimated 321,000 Americans currently working in the...
The Evolution : 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Now About Work Life
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5 Work Life Rules That Stand the Test of Time
Alexander Schimmeck @unsplash As a coach, it is vital to reflect upon my own work life and learn from its experiences. Ultimately, offering advice without...
Pot grower gears up for recreational market in New Mexico.
By Associated Press Cannabis provider Ultra Health says it has completed the purchase of a former bakery and adjacent land in southern New Mexico that...
10 Timeless Quotes to Combat Writer’s Block & Other Work Life Maladies
I’ve been suffering from writer’s block. I’ve never experienced this state of mind personally, and my tool kit to combat it isn’t fully built. The...
Reality Check: Does Your Job fit?
Aron Yigin @unsplash I’ve been on somewhat of a bent lately — sharing both observations & articles (my own included) concerning job fit. Perspective is...
The Cannifornian Podcast is Now Live!
The Podcast is available on any of these platforms. We’ve been working on something special and we are excited to finally be able to share...
Top Careers That Are Safe From AI
With the rise of Artificial Intelligence and its expanding capacities, workers everywhere are asking themselves the same question: “Will my job be replaced by AI...
Expenses While Job Hunting: What Can Stay and What Should Go
The economy is slowly recovering in some areas, and many people who were on temporary leave or laid off due to Covid-19 are returning to...
Know Your Worth: How To Talk Salary When Applying For A Job
Discussing salary can be a difficult part of the job interview process, but it’s also one of the most essential. You don’t want to undervalue...
Diversity & Inclusion: Making It a Priority in Your Job Hunt
Over the past few years, a significant amount of research suggests that diversity and inclusion measures improve companies in substantial ways. According to a study...
Following Up After Your Interview
You have just completed your interview and you’re feeling relieved and accomplished. While you must be looking forward to the prospect of working for the...
Working from Home During COVID-19
We prepare for a lot of things in our lives, but did we ever think we’d need to prepare for a pandemic? It is easy...
Video Interviews Are Here to Stay – This Is How You Knock It Out of the Park and Get the Job!
Q: I am happy to get the interview, but with COVID-19 keeping everyone at home, this insurance company has scheduled a video interview. Can you give me advice on how to excel during this interview?
5 Benefits of CBD for Muscle Recovery
When Sal, a personal fitness trainer, started upping her workout game, she noticed she was having trouble recovering from workouts, often finding herself in pain...
Why people are turning to CBD for Anxiety Relief
By Andy Coffaro If you feel like a solitary human battling anxiety disorder, take comfort in knowing that nothing is further from the truth. The...
5 Health Benefits of CBD for Fitness and Bodybuilding
Maintaining a fit body and chiseled muscles is a much-sought after way to well-being. Physical training is one of the effective lifestyle choices that immensely...
‘People are stocking up’: Cannabis dispensaries see sales surge
By Sonia Waraich | swaraich@times-standard.com | Cannabis is flying off the shelves at local dispensaries as people prepare to stay at home for the next few weeks. Half a...
Telephone Interviews Matter for One Reason… Getting the Face to Face Interview
I am in the middle of interviewing candidates for a sales account manager. Like many companies (all sizes), it is very reasonable for the recruiter or human resource professional to call a potential candidate and do an initial phone interview. Seven out of ten phone interviews I had this week didn't go well, and this has inspired me to write this article.
Job Postings Are More Important Than Your Corporate Career Site
In helping many companies with job marketing strategy, one of the best ways to increase applications is to treat each job your posting like its own website. For example, at OrlandoJobs.com, you have the ability to make your job posting stand out by adding pictures, your social media, video, employment brand, and employee testimonials.
Top 3 Interview Questions You Always Answer Wrong… Until Now
Interviewing is challenging. Interview preparation usually starts by searching for good answers to typical interview questions. This is where many of you make your initial mistake.
Your New Coworker Wants to “Friend” You Online
Congratulations on your new job! Whether you are just starting out, or more seasoned in your career, you’re going to meet many new coworkers. Over...
The Open Plan Office is Here to Stay: Tips to Survive and Thrive
Office cubicles have been around for decades. Some with higher walls, and some lower, the cubicle affords businesses a cost-effective real estate plan, and gives...
How to Leverage Social Media in Your Job Search
Social media has become a huge part of the recruitment and hiring process, especially with the type of savvy organizations you probably want to join....
Eight Tips for Interviewing Online Successfully
Whether you’re looking for a remote position or a local position, companies often use online video (Google Meet, Zoom, Skype) to interview candidates. While many...
Dressing for an Interview When You Aren’t Familiar with the Work Culture
After all the work you have put in to create the resume, cover letter and application content to land a job interview, the hard truth...