Fake jobs, licenses, and credentials are things that hiring managers catch on resumes every day. Depending on the level of responsibility involved in a position, as well as the need for a professional license or certification, an employer can choose to do an education background check before they make a hiring decision. Lying on a […] … learn more→
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Bark – Find the right professionals for all your needs
The other day I was looking for a cleaner for cleaning my office, a gardener for setting up my new garden, and I got bombarded with a wide range of random options on Google. All these options created a lot of confusion and made it difficult for me to decide which is the right one. […] … learn more→
5 Reasons how a mentor can help you climb the success ladder
When we are new, we go to school to read up from our teachers the basics. As we progress in years, we go to a college to memorize further and at a more progressive level from our lecturers. Still, most of us sort the error when we become grown-ups and step into our connoisseur life. […] … learn more→
Where all in the United States is CBD Legal?
CBD, short for cannabidiol, is derived from the cannabis sativa plant. Found naturally in this plant, it is used for medicinal purposes. Another major compound found in this plant is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) that is infamous for causing intoxication and is mainly used for recreational purposes. Cannabis is famous for its healing properties as well as recreational […] … learn more→
Benefits of AR in corporate training
Originally invented in 1968, augmented reality (AR) technology started finding application in various industries in the 90’s. By 2000’s, the technology was available in an open-source library known as AR Tool Kit. By 2009, we had found ways to fuse the technology with print media that led to some truly innovative applications of AR in […] … learn more→
5 Important tips to keep in mind while negotiating for your small business
Whether you are pitching a plan to one of your clients or signing a deal with a service provider, negotiation can help you save a good amount. However, the skill isn’t the easiest to acquire, and not everyone is equally good at it. But don’t worry. The focus point of this article is to help […] … learn more→
Which vaccine will stop Covid-19 killing a generation of careers?
The “leaky pipeline” of research talent has been much debated in recent years, but I fear we need a better metaphor to discuss the crisis we now face thanks to coronavirus. “Not waving but drowning” springs to mind. Or perhaps “water through a sieve”, as we contemplate the potential loss of a whole generation […] … learn more→
Is text marketing legal? Common rules & common sense explained
While many customers accept the option to receive special offers and details by text messages, randomly messaging people can lead to a plethora of unwanted messages. Not only do they see it as spam, but they also fail to make the difference between the stuff they want to receive and junk. At this point, you […] … learn more→
COVID-19 may turn back the clock on women’s entrepreneurship
The Canadian government responded to the COVID-19 crisis in record time. It launched programs that would normally take months or even years in a matter of days. At the same time, it’s important to recognize systemic barriers to women and diverse groups are being exacerbated in the crisis. To support them, we need to bring a gender […] … learn more→
Can government actually predict the jobs of the future?
The future of jobs has been used to justify the major changes to university education announced last week. Fees for courses that, according to the government, lead to jobs with a great future will fall, while those with a poor future will rise. But can the government predict the jobs of the future? And do proposed fee […] … learn more→