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Some Companies Are Asking Employees to Pay for Training to Increase Buy-in. But Does It Work?

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You make it through hurdle after hurdle, from multiple interviews to onboarding, and you are ready to start training. And then, you are asked to sign a Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) agreement. You spend months, possibly even years, hunting for the right job.

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Overqualified and Interviewing

Office Dynamics

Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. I knew with my experience and overqualifications the interview committee would want to know why I would be willing to take a pay cut and less work responsibilities. Ask questions during the interview.

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Unlocking the HR Secrets of Hybrid Work

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She has developed and held trainings to address management issues, providing a multi-faceted strategy to tackle the challenges of remote work. René Allen emphasizes the proactive role that HR must play in this new landscape, especially when it comes to training and budget planning.

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How to Stay Motivated While Job Hunting During the Holidays This Year

Success

A lot of the people who feel disheartened right now don’t realize that companies have budgets they haven’t spent yet. As the CEO of an industry training platform, I’m encouraging job seekers to become competitive and use their drive to their advantage as the year ends. They’ll be looking to spend their capital on hiring and training.

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7 Types of Competitive Advantages and How to Develop Yours

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In other words, it addressed the unmet demand of adult learners seeking skills training. In the interview, passion about your company and mission are great. If your budget is too limited to offer competitive salaries, what other perks do you offer ? Study your product and the marketplace thoughtfully.

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A New Wells Fargo Survey Reveals Two-thirds of Americans Are Concerned About Finances. This Is How Families Can Reset

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Trends like “loud budgeting” on TikTok show that younger generations are pushing for more transparency on the struggles of personal finances, a topic that used to be taboo. Loud budgeting involves proudly declaring that you don’t want to spend a certain amount, exerting your financial boundaries more publicly than before.

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Ep 234: Sarah Abbott – Executive Assistant to the CEO of Utz Brands

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––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY EZCATER ezCater is the nation’s most trusted provider of corporate food solutions — the best way for companies to order food for daily employee lunches, meetings, and events of any size or budget. Each review helps me stay motivated to keep the show going! Either way, I’d love to hear from you!