Setting Up Shop: The Basics of Employee Holidays
Q: “I just hired a team for my new business. Am I required to give my staff employee holidays?” Many small-business owners, especially those who are just starting out, think that employee benefits...
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Ask Ms. Career Girl: Presentation Protestation
Victoria pens to Ask Ms. Career Girl with a concern about in-house training. Dear Ms Career Girl, I am pleased to be able to ask my burning question! About the situation: I currently work...
For the Fresh Graduates: How to Get an Entry Level Job
So, you’ve graduated and have that wonderful qualification behind you, but now what? You may have a great resume and that impressive education but how can you actually get your foot in the door?...
What Drives Ms. Career Girl? LocalJobNetwork.com Interviews the MCG team
What really drives the team of Ms Career Girl? LocalJobNetwork.com invites us for a radio interview so we can tell our story. As a site dedicated to the careers and lives of young women,...
Ask MCG: Interviewing for a Different Career Path
Moving to an unrelated career track? Scared to make the switch that you’ve been wanting to do because you’re scared you won’t make the cut? Here’s one reader who seeks help on the same problem...
How To Ask For A Letter of Recommendation
Do you have a letter of recommendation already? With spring break around the corner, now is prime time for college students to apply for summer internships. Having a letter of recommendation can provide your character backing and/or...
Ask MCG: When and How Do I Wear Jeans to Work?
The time tested general rule applied towards wearing jeans to work is just to not do it. Jeans have always been viewed as a fashion item that is too casual to wear in the...
7 Interview Questions that will Blow Employers Away
A common mistake that many job hunters make is to assume that the interview process is a one-sided conversation – it’s not. Instead of just being prepared to answer tricky questions for an hour...
Christmas Gifting for Co-workers
Christmas gifting is something we share with our loved ones, friends and neighbors. Although friendships can develop in a work environment, work colleague gifting is not something which is expected. But if there is...
Tips on Relocating for Your Career
Q: I have just been offered to relocate for my job. I’m so excited I can’t focus on where to begin! How do I get started? Relocating for a job is a big and...