When you think of the kind of language that shouldn't be used in the workplace, most people will think of swear words and sexist language as the two categories that I am referring to. However, there are equally intrusive and...
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Follow a Roadmap to Results and Meet Great Business Professionals at The Consulting Alliance
Following a clear roadmap can lead to great results for your organization. When it comes to HR issues in a company, outlaying a clear strategy prior to implementation is critical to the success of any endeavor. Proper prior planning also...
Hiring the “Right” People By Levi Lundgreen
Each organization to some degree has a different set of criteria for hiring their employees. Google give surveys to job candidates to identify favorable personality or behavioral characteristics that "fit" the job opening; Zappos places 50% of their weight in...
Ways to improve a lagging employee by Min Shan Lin
Let's face it, when you are in charge of a group, there will always be that one person who is lagging a bit behind. Having one person who is a bit behind can set off the entire group dynamic. How...
How to Be a Good Virtual Intern and Get The Most Out Of Your Experience
By Liska Wilson, Braathe Enterprises Virtual Intern I have been lucky enough to land several internships throughout my budding career, both of which were in physical offices. My current internship, however, is completely online. With the virtual internship becoming more...
Resume Critiques in Albany October 8th at the Times Union Job Fair at the Albany Marriott on Wolf RD
Join me on Monday 10/8 from 10-1 at the Times Union Job Fair, where I'll be doing free resume critiques during the Job Fair, which runs from 10am-4pm. See a number of area employers and attend informative job search related...
What is a Virtual Intern and How Virtual Internships Can Assist Your Business
Since January 2011, Braathe Enterprises has mentored over 80 students through the Braathe Enterprises Virtual Internship Program. Working remotely with students for 5-7 hours per week, we have managed to produce some great improvements to resumes, engaged in incredible skills...
People who are Almost Psychopath and Their Impact on Business
Heard this author speak this Sunday morning on ESPN Radio. A very insightful view on how this applies to business practices "Chances are you might know someone who is almost a psychopath. The coworker who throws you under the bus....
Reasons to Run a 5K – Networking, Exercise and Team Building
I ran the Malta 5K today on the Global Foundries campus, and came up with a list of reasons afterwards why a 5K is a great opportunity to build and motivate your team. 1. For $20 you get a Tshirt,...
Looking for Work in Albany or Saratoga?
Sometimes the most difficult decision in the job search is where to look for work. From job fairs to job portals like indeed.com, there often is a sea of information out there on where to find a job and how...