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August 29, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
Several companies are offering unique employee benefits beyond the typical offerings. Some, like Netflix and Virgin, provide unlimited paid vacation time, though critics suggest this may be a cost-saving measure. Others, including Zappos (owned by Amazon) and Riot Games, offer employees money to quit, aiming to retain only highly motivated staff. Beyond these, companies like Workman Publishing offer naptime, Advance Medical provides free beer on Fridays, and Chitika boasts a juice bar, gym, and catered lunches.
August 22, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
The internet offers free university-level courses through platforms like Coursera and EdX (MOOCs), but finding the right ones can be overwhelming. CourseBuffet is a new website that acts as a catalog for these free MOOCs, allowing users to easily browse and select courses from various institutions. It even offers structured “degree paths” in fields like computer science and management, providing a curriculum of courses without the cost of a traditional degree.
August 15, 2023
By
The Admiral Staff
This article explores the common fear of public speaking, comparing it to a fear even greater than death, and offers practical advice from performers and instructors to overcome it. The key takeaways include: building confidence through preparation, understanding your audience, focusing on a single message, slowing down, returning to your core purpose when lost, committing to the material with passion, and engaging with the audience’s reactions to create a more natural and comfortable experience.
August 10, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores alternatives to a traditional college path, noting that a degree’s return on investment is less certain due to the wage gap and student loan debt. It highlights three high-paying trade jobs—elevator installer/repairer ($76,490), subway/streetcar operator ($59,230), and oil/gas rotary drill operator ($61,070)—that don’t require a degree, with the potential to earn significantly more in the top
July 29, 2023
By
The Admiral Staff
A CareerBuilder survey of hiring managers revealed the top ways candidates can ruin a job interview. The most significant deal-breakers include lying, answering calls/texts, appearing arrogant, dressing inappropriately, and demonstrating a lack of accountability. Managers also highlighted common body language mistakes like avoiding eye contact and fidgeting. Preparation and research on the company and role were emphasized as key to reducing anxiety and improving interview performance.
