Human Resources
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Students explore career choices at Lake County eventOct 31, 2024 9:33 am - A group of 130 Fremont Middle School students from District 79 in Mundelein were among the 4,200 eighth-graders and high school students who attended to learn about careers and jobs in a variety of fields.
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Musings on the side hustleOct 16, 2024 10:54 am - Is it simply a coincidence that the term “side hustle” is being utilized more often these days? After a little bit of research and some reflection, my short answer is no. The side hustle seems to be trending for an array of reasons.
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The benefits of a four-day workweek according to a champion of the trend
Sep 27, 2024 2:46 pm - Companies exploring the option of letting employees work four days a week hope to reduce job burnout and retain talent seeking a better work-life balance, according to th...
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Harnessing the power of glimmers at workSep 18, 2024 9:15 am - I recently returned from an industry conference on Hilton Head Island. My spirits are high as I savor the afterglow of listening to inspiring presenters, connecting with ...
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How to talk politics at work without upsetting anyone
Sep 15, 2024 5:27 am - Can you believe what happened during the presidential debate? If the idea of that question popping up at work makes you cringe, you’re not alone. As the race for the Whit...
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You aren’t likely to lose a job in the US but may find it harder to land one
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After ‘The Great Resignation,’ is ‘The Big Stay’ here to stay?Aug 07, 2024 9:56 am - For most employers, turnover is closer to pre-pandemic levels and finding a reasonable supply of applicants to fill most positions is less challenging. So now, a new trend, coined “The Big Stay” by labor economists, is sweeping the country.
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Lessons in humility: Vulnerability makes for stronger leadersJul 17, 2024 8:59 am - My daughter recently was promoted into a management role for the first time. Within days of assuming her new duties she called to vent about the problems she was facing....
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Work friends can be hard to find. How to combat loneliness in the workplace
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Bad attitudes lead to career consequencesJun 26, 2024 9:44 am - Most of us know someone in the workplace who always is complaining. They don’t like their boss, their co-workers, their work schedule, the temperature in the office, or ...