The proportion of older workers participating in the labor force is at an all-time high.The problem is, when this group of workers gets down-sized out of a job, they spend much longer looking for new employment than their younger colleagues. This article offers job search tips to help level the playing field and get older people re-employed as soon as possible.Tip 1: Cut years off your resume No matter what your age is, include only relevant experiences on your resume. Hiring managers don't want to wade through unrelated skills or positions to find why you're valuable to them.This als... view article details

A federal program designed to help jobless veterans find work is proving very popular with its target audience, according to numbers released this week by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.The VOW to Hire Heroes Act, signed into law in November 2011, calls for the creation of a program that pays for unemployed veterans to receive training in fields where skilled workers are in high demand, as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor. The resulting Veteran Retraining Assistance Program, or VRAP, began accepting applications on May 15.In the six weeks since VRAP launched, the program has... view article details

These Careers Are Worth the Price of College Admission Is College Still Worth the Money? Maybe. As the cost of education continues to skyrocket and job prospects remain less than robust in a tough economy, the answer to the question, "What are you majoring in?" seems more important than ever. There’s no getting around it. Education is expensive. A four-year degree at a public university costs, on average, $37,343, while an education at a private school will set you back $121,930. While statistics show that a college degree will undoubtedly open doors and increase your earning potential, you... view article details

Job description Psychologists and counselors study the human mind and behavior. Generally, they also make a living trying to help people understand and overcome their troublesome emotions and behaviors. Psychologists apply their knowledge in many different areas, including health, management, education, law, and sports. Psychologists and counselors must have strong communication skills and be able to quickly assess emotionally charged situations. They must be able to learn new methods and skills on an ongoing basis. They also need to be interested in people and the functioning of the human mi... view article details

If you enjoy working with children, why not make a career out of it? Working with children enables people to make a difference while enjoying flexible work options.Approximately 35 percent of child care workers are self-employed and work from home. Others can work in child care centers, and they can also work in the children’s home as well. Child care workers range from babysitters to preschool teachers.In addition to supervising activities for children to promote learning and socialization, child care workers work to make sure children stay physically healthy, too. They are responsible for se... view article details

Private equity firms are renowned for their great pay structures, with carried interest taking center stage. For those unfamiliar with this term, carried interest is the percentage of profits that private equity managers receive as pay. It is also known as “carry” or “the carry,” and has become a controversial topic for many years. For someone outside the circle of private equity, learning about carried interest may be startling. But within the industry, carried interest is business as usual. Private equity is a high-risk, high-reward game, and carried interest is considered the fuel that keep... view blog & white papers details

Long-term incentive plans (LTIPs) are key in executive compensation. LTIPs reward employees for reaching set goals. They must align employee and shareholder interests. Employees understand key performance factors that can improve the business and yield rewards. This will ensure sustainable growth within a company and employee satisfaction. LTIPs are crucial for success. For public and private companies, LTIPs vary significantly. The difference in size, ownership structure, regulatory requirements, and strategic goals create various advantages and challenges. This article will elaborate on thes... view blog & white papers details

Josh Bersin’s Definitive Guide to Pay Equity, commissioned by Salary.com, acts as a guide for companies aiming to excel in pay equity. Within the guide, there is a maturity model with four levels. Studies conducted to create this report found an alarming number of companies in the lowest two levels. In our previous article The Pay Equity Maturity Model: Level 1 – Compliance-Driven Process, we discussed the characteristics of level one and how to transition into the second level of the maturity model. This article is for those companies at level two wanting to mature to level three. The report ... view blog & white papers details

Tech startups commonly offer stock options to reward their employees. As more venture-backed companies succeed and employees have more choices, there is a growing belief in owning a piece of the company. But cash alone is not enough. To attract the best employees, companies need to offer them a chance to share in the company's success. But what happens when employees do not understand how stock options work? Or when they come from backgrounds where financial knowledge is limited? Keep reading this article to learn more. What Is Equity Compensation? Equity compensation is a different way for co... view blog & white papers details

The concept of compensation transparency has garnered increasing attention in the workplace. Understanding the varying levels of transparency within organizations is crucial for employers and employees alike. The spectrum of pay transparency has five levels. Each level shows how much salary information is revealed, along with their pros and cons. This affects how people perceive their job and the company. This article explores the five levels of the pay transparency spectrum and discusses how organizations can determine the most suitable level for their unique needs. It reveals who can access ... view blog & white papers details