How to get yourself fired! Quite a few behaviors remain a no-no in the dental office environment January 12, 2016 By Jannette Whisenhunt I know-this is a crazy name for a column title, and it is exactly the opposite of what I normally write about for new hygienists. But I have noticed a lot of […]
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The 4 Levels of Salary Negotiation Counter Offers
The 4 Levels of Salary Negotiation Counter Offers Don’t Negotiate Randomly, Know Which Counter Offer is Best By Jim Hopkinson. Salary.com contributing writer. In the world of salary negotiation, there’s an important word that comes up quite often: Leverage. By definition, it means using a situation or advantage to obtain a desired result, in our […]
How to Stop Stressing About Salary Boxes on Job Applications
How to Stop Stressing About Salary Boxes on Job Applications Solutions to Disclosing Your Past Salary During a Job Interview By Jim Hopkinson Salary.com contributing writer. If revealing your current salary is the most common mistake job seekers make when negotiating salary, then the dreaded “Salary History” box on job applications is public enemy #1. […]
Should I counteroffer a negotiated salary offer?
Should I counteroffer a negotiated salary offer? By Erisa-Ojimba. Salary.com contributing writer. Q: I received an offer lower than my desired salary. I talked it over with HR, and they met me almost halfway with a second offer. Is it appropriate to renegotiate to get closer to my desired salary, or is it time to accept their […]
Salary Negotiation Tips for Every Age Group
Salary Negotiation Tips for Every Age Group No Matter How Old You Are, We Can Help You Negotiate By Jim Hopkinson.Salary.com contributing writer There’s a single, crucial skill that will prove incredibly valuable throughout your career. It’s not learning how to code, being a great public speaker, knowing how to dig into financials, or being […]
When Is It OK to Turn Down a Promotion?
When Is It OK to Turn Down a Promotion? Sometimes Saying No to a New Position is the Smart Play By Jim Hopkinson Salary.com contributing writer. Getting a raise. Climbing the corporate ladder. Receiving a better title. Taking on more responsibility. Advancing your career. These are the accomplishments most people in the workforce strive to attain. […]
Job Interviews: How to Position Yourself As the Best Value
Job Interviews: How to Position Yourself As the Best Value Want to Get the Most Money? Focus on Value By Jim Hopkinson, Salary.com contributing writer. There are three reasons why your credit card bill is so high every month. The first are the splurges: the plane ticket and hotel costs for your vacation; the $130 […]
How to Deal with Accidental Eavesdropping
Office Etiquette How to Deal with Accidental Eavesdropping By Annette, Salary.com contributing writer. Dear Annette, I am a cubicle dweller, as are most of my coworkers. Even though we try to keep our voices down, we can’t help overhearing one another’s personal calls. Should we just pretend we don’t? What if it’s about a subject, such […]
Benefits Basics
Benefits Basics Beyond Compensation By Jessica-Yang Salary.com contributing writer. Benefits can significantly increase the value of the compensation package. The costs for providing benefits such as health insurance, retirement , training, vacation and personal days, and other perks could be a significant percentage of each employee’s salary. Beyond Compensation Compensation is more than just base […]
Four Keys to Finding Your Perfect Job Match
4 Keys to Finding Your Perfect Job Match by Karoline Biami BDS RDH February is the month we think of romantic matches but your career match is just as important to your overall fulfillment. A 30 to 40 hour work week equates to a significant portion of your life. The people you work with and the […]
