Giving It Your Best Shot When Super Bowl XXXV kicked off at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL, most football fans cheered from the sofa. But not Elsa Hasch. She was on the sidelines, armed only with sharp elbows, grit - and a camera. As a sports photographer for Allsport, a company that distributes sports photos to media around the world, Hasch is regularly on the front lines of professional sports competitions. Her images have been used by such high-profile publications as Sports Illustrated, the Sporting News, ESPN, and the New York Times. Hasch was one of seven Allsport photographers ass... view article details

Conflicting Personality Styles Could be the Cause of Workplace Strife Research shows that 60-80% of trouble in the workplace is due to strained relationships among employees, not from issues with their skills or motivation. Not surprisingly, as a result, typical managers spend 25-40% of their time dealing with conflicts. No one wants to work in such a contentious environment. But is it possible to change this situation? Yes, when you recognize that many conflicts are due to personality style differences and can be minimized with just a bit of awareness and effort. See which of these camps... view article details

It’s almost time for our Canadian friends to grab some Mountain Dew and Little Debbies and dust off those DVDs of Harold and Kumar go to White Castle – recreational marijuana will soon be available nationwide. The Cannabis Act Bill-C45, more commonly known as The Cannabis Act, was passed in the Senate last week and is expected to go into effect on October 17th. The measure specifically allows the possession, growth, and sale of marijuana for adults, though some provinces have unique regulations. Quebec and Manitoba, for instance, are banning home cultivation entirely. Hiring Sprees: As the Mar... view article details

Looking for a raise? We’re happy you are using our salary wizard to find out your job’s value. Our data can provide valuable negotiation points, and we have additional articles on how to ask for a raise we think you’ll find useful. Here’s the top articles pertaining to how to ask for a raise we feel are worth the read: 1) Is it OK to Ask for a Raise? If you’ve never had a job where it’s customary to ask for a raise or promotion, you may need a quick crash course. We’ve got plenty of specific tips and points of advice, but it’s important to understand the basic strategy behind the ask. Here’s... view article details

How to Prevent Coronavirus when Shopping in a Supermarket? Coronavirus is spreading all over the world. Some office workers have started to work from home, while some people still have to go out to work. Either way, everyone has to eat, and most people still frequent the supermarket for food. 1. Avoid direct contact with objects and others When shopping for vegetables, fruits, and meat products, using disposable gloves can help prevent direct contact with possible fomites until the actual product or packaging can be washed. Bringing personal shopping bags w... view article details

Know Which Interview Questions Employers Can & Can't Ask You During a Job Interview This article was submitted by the U.S. Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices, to follow up on an earlier Salary.com piece regarding illegal job interview questions. Employers must know that while they have the obligation to obey immigration law by hiring only authorized workers, they also must not violate anti-discrimination laws when hiring or firing workers. The Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices (OSC), in the Justice Depar... view article details

Employers do not owe you a response to your application for a job. Just because you send a company a response to its job ad, you are not entitled to a response. The term ‘resume black hole’ refers to the frustration some people feel when they don’t get a response to a job application. It would be really nice if people told you ‘no’ quickly. But, you know how hard it is to actually say ‘no.’ There is nothing pleasant about telling you that you didn’t get the job. Many employers believe there is a legal risk in telling you ‘no.’ The combination of fear of saying no and fear of making legal err... view article details

Pay Factors Complete Guide - What Are Pay Factors in 2020 What are the pay factors behind pay decisions? What goes into determining how much money you should pay your employees? We found that variables such as educational background, working tenure, certifications, management experience, job competency, and business environment are related to the pay factors affecting salary adjustments. Every organization has its own compensation philosophy – how it wants to position itself in the market regarding pay, the companies that it considers its competitors, the talent tha... view article details

Many students are faced with the realization that paying for college has become worth more than some people's yearly salaries. The rise of inflation, the budget crisis and annual increases are some of the reasons that college has become financially unattainable for some individuals. While there are government grants and financial aid, some students are still left with too great of debt to afford to stay. Some reasons students have to start paying for their education could be because their parents have lost their jobs in the recession, their grades were not up to par, or they're out on their o... view article details

Symptoms of infection with coronavirus Coronavirus has developed so rapidly that it can take people by surprise, but people who travel to work are at greater risk. Workers are exposed to more people on their commute and in the office, resulting in a greater chance of infection. If you are an office worker, don't panic too much. The following information about symptoms of coronavirus infection can help you a lot. 1. Incubation period The incubation period of COVID-19 is relatively long, ranging from 2 to 14 days, with an average of 7 days. During this period... view article details