Posts Tagged ‘employment’
Top new laws for teens & parents 2013
Every year, hundreds of new laws go into effect across the country. We highlight some of the new laws for teens and parents to know about in 2013. Some of the laws are specifically for teenagers or parents and some are for everyone, but may …
Tweets can get you fired
There are numerous examples of teens and adults who have learned the hard way when it comes to tweeting, emailing and texting questionable messages. In October, 2012, a sports talk-show host in Columbus, Ohio sent out a tweet that he probably regrets. He was critical …
What does affirmative action mean?
In an effort to compensate for past offenses against African Americans regarding slavery and racial discrimination, the United States coined the term “affirmative action” to help eliminate discrimination and create diversity in education, government and in business. Affirmative action is intended to promote equal opportunity. President John F. Kennedy used the phrase in …
You Can Do it- Be an Educated Job Hunter
Are you feeling a little like your diving blindly into a dog-fight for jobs in an economy that’s in a place that needs plunging? You’re not alone. You might feel ready to answer the archaic call of Rosy the Riveter and jump into the job …
Can I use my employer’s computer? (Computer Fraud Abuse Act)
The answer seems obvious, doesn’t it? Of course you can’t get on your employer’s computer unless you have his or her permission. That seems to be common sense. But how much access do you have even if you’re permitted to log on for work purposes? …
“Start in the mailroom and work your way up”
Starting at the bottom was the way your parents and grandparents went about their lives when they were starting out. You may have heard expressions similar to these while growing up. Studies indicate that recent college graduates are experiencing a significant downturn in finding work. …
