Getting into the Halloween spirit is a great way to shake things up at the office and bond with your fellow coworkers. It may also be a rare opportunity to break out of your normal work threads into something a little more fun. Just keep in mind that one bad costume could ruin your professional reputation and get you into hot water with management. As you decide what costume to rock at work this year, steer clear of these 5 costumes that are guaranteed to come back and haunt you.

The Sexy Costume
These days there seems to be a “sexy” version of almost every costume out there. But even if that racy Madonna outfit is a hit amongst your friends, it’s probably not the best costume choice for the office. Your coworkers shouldn’t see more of you than they would on … Read More »

It’s safe to say that most jobseekers are all too familiar with the feeling of being turned down after an interview— it’s an unfortunate reality that comes with the territory of looking for a new position. That said, being rejected for a job can be very upsetting. Therapists even compare it to the feeling of being jilted by a prospective lover!

As a jobseeker, you must be able to overcome rejection. Letting a failed interview knock your confidence, make you doubt your abilities, or worse, lead you to act out unprofessionally could negatively affect your performance in future interviews or your chances of securing additional interviews at all.

Below we’ve compiled a list of 10 things to help you survive a job rejection. The next time you receive a “thanks, but no thanks” from a company, refer back to these tips and … Read More »

It’s the third installment of our employer news roundup and we have some great articles to share! Be sure to check out this report that discusses the local impact of the Affordable Care Act on employers. And in honor of Halloween, don’t miss this comical piece about the classic horror movies whose scenes can be found in your office.

Good luck as you begin preparing for the fast approaching holiday season and making decisions about everything from what to wear for Halloween to how many seasonal hires your company will need to bring on this year. Here’s to a great October!

Recruitment & Management

Overtime Crisis Nearing – 6 Steps to Avoid Pitfalls via HR Morning

Ask the Expert: How to Create a Motivational Bonus System via hawaiibusiness.com

6 Strategies for Hiring Exceptional Senior Leadership via Mashable

7 Classic Horror Flicks Haunt Your Workplace via Business Management Daily

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