Workplace bullying has become a huge problem. So much so, that local, state and the federal government are being compelled to provide protection for employees. There are no federal laws against workplace bullying and many companies do little or nothing about. However, like sexual harassment handling bullies is getting more attention because it is proving to be bad for business.
PREMIER Steve Bracks will push for an increase of 10,000 skilled migrants to Australia in the next financial year as skills shortages continue to bite in the regions. Employer groups are urging the Federal Government to increase the skilled migrant program by 20,000 each year for the next two years, after the unemployment rate last month hit a 32-year low of 4.5 per cent. Read on to know more...
From the Heartland of America, economics takes on the familiar face of someone you know, who may have recently lost his/her job. Should we blame the politicians in Washington, DC of this party or that? Probably not. On the other hand, should we blame members of organized labor or union bosses for asking for "too much" money? "No" because it's their job to at least ask the question.
Summer is coming to a close, and September is right around the corner. That means it's time to hang-up the beach bag, dry-out the swim trunks and focus on career advancement. Here are five tips to help job seekers get out of their Summer "career coma" and focus on Fall career success...
Why would anyone want to be self-employed? Isn’t working for someone else, less risky and just plain easier? Quite possibility it is easier and more reliable working for someone else. But that is no consolation for some of us, we must step outside the box to find and experience a real life experience.
When choosing to open a daycare center, it is essential to conduct preemployment background screens. There are two main reasons for performing this step. The first reason is to verify that the person applying for a position within your child care center is who they claim to be. The second reason is to research any criminal history that may pose an issue to the children and staff of your daycare facility. Many preemployment background checks are also used to determine if an individual has used recreational drugs by way of a standard drug test. Preemployment background screens are essential to any business when looking to avoid legal challenges.
Good news for Aspirants of Australian Visa - Facing severe shortage of skilled workers, it has lifted restrictions on working holiday and skilled workers visa. In last 20 days, it released about 6000 visas to skilled workers and is likely to release many more visas shortly. Read on to know more...