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April 5, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article discusses alternatives for students who don’t secure internships. The author shares their experience of initially being disappointed after not landing an internship, but then taking a challenging “magazine staff” class which proved invaluable for their career development and networking. The article then outlines five productive routes to consider instead of an internship: taking a summer class, getting a job (even a flexible side hustle), completing a personal project, networking with professionals, and volunteering with a nonprofit. The key takeaway is that not getting an
March 26, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
The article outlines situations where employees may need to sue their employers, emphasizing that employees have rights and shouldn’t tolerate unethical behavior. These situations include breach of contract (unfulfilled verbal promises of pay), sexual harassment, workplace injuries requiring medical compensation, discrimination (based on factors like sex, race, or age), and being pressured to violate state or federal laws. Seeking legal counsel is advised in these circumstances to protect employee interests.
March 25, 2024
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.
March 25, 2024
By
The Admiral Staff
The $600 weekly unemployment boost provided by the CARES Act is set to expire on July 31st, significantly reducing weekly payments for millions of Americans. While the House passed a bill to extend the bonus, the Senate is unlikely to approve it. With payments potentially dropping to state averages (ranging from $210 to $557) plus Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (half the state average), experts advise job seekers to proactively seek “bridge jobs” in growing sectors like shipping,
March 17, 2024
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The Admiral Staff
A recent CareerBuilder survey revealed that over a third of employees have called in sick when not actually ill, with common reasons including not wanting to go to work, needing to see a doctor, or wanting to relax. Some employees offer outlandish excuses, ranging from ozone flattening tires to a llama’s illness. Employers are cracking down, with 22% having fired employees for faking sick days, often by monitoring social media or even conducting wellness checks.
