Which corporate culture is right for you?

You’ve read (and probably heard) a lot about corporate culture. Why, as a job candidate, you should make sure to look for employers with the right culture. You may be wondering, what kind of corporate culture is right for me? And just as importantly, what, exactly, is corporate culture? Corporate culture is comprised of many … Read more

Demonstrating leadership qualities during job interview gives you an edge

Leadership is often viewed as solely the domain of management. Yet increasingly, leadership qualities are in demand throughout an organization. It begins with the job interview. Demonstrating those qualities during the interview can give you the edge you need. That was the message from Paul Decker during this week’s Professional Opportunities Networking Group of Greater … Read more

Playground at Malone allowed many to make
a difference

Americans are by nature of very giving people. Whether it’s with dollars or their two bare hands, we are always willing to help others. It’s not just during natural disasters, either. Many times people come together just to lend a hand. Building homes through Habitat For Humanity and other organizations Sprucing up parks, waterways and … Read more

When to say ‘no’ to a new opportunity

We’re five years removed from the worst economic situation since the Great Depression. The economy has been improving steadily, with jobs reports generally trending toward the better. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the U.S. economy added 215,000 jobs in March. (Though the unemployment rate increased slightly to 5%. That was due to more … Read more

Use gender-specific pronoun when appropriate

Many writers and speakers engage in semantic gymnastics to avoid any hint (in their minds) of bias. One consequence is that the person often violates a basic rule of grammar. A perfect example involves the pronoun their. You might see (or hear) a sentence like this: “A friend of mine needs new tires on their … Read more