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These are the 19 hottest jobs of 2016
Looking to start the new year with a new career? Workers with health care, finance and technology backgrounds may be in luck. Those sectors were well-represented on CareerBuilder’s recent list of 19 hot jobs for 2016, which ranked roles based on demand by looking at the difference between the number of job postings and the …
More employees are hitting holiday sales at work, survey shows
More and more workers are bringing their holiday shopping lists to the office. Fifty percent of employees said they’ll will spend some time visiting online retailers from work this holiday season, according to CareerBuilder’s Cyber Monday survey. That’s up three percent from last year. Forty-two percent of that group plans to spend an hour or …
14 interview questions you may face at Apple
Don’t expect your Apple interview to be a breeze. Yes, you’ll face the typical “Why Apple?” and “Tell us about a difficult work experience” line of questioning, according to interview reviews posted on Glassdoor. But the Cupertino company keeps candidates for product design, customer service and everything in between on their toes with brain teasers …
These 20 jobs offer the best work-life balance
Your office doesn’t have to be a second home. Workers in data science, SEO management and talent acquisition are happily splitting their work and personal time, according to a report on best jobs for work-life balance from Glassdoor. Data scientist ranked No. 1, with a work-life balance satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5. Job opportunity …
10 absurd excuses for calling in sick
When “I don’t feel well” falls short, some workers get creative. One employee got stuck under the bed. Another went to the beach because her doctor said she needed more vitamin D. Employers shared those and other memorable excuses for workplaces absences in a survey out Thursday from CareerBuilder. Check out the others above. If …
These companies have the most enjoyable interview process
The job interview is all about making a first impression. But it’s not just for the employers; job candidates also get their first glimpse of the company culture and priorities. Glassdoor on Tuesday recognized the companies that provide the best interview experiences across 46 industries in its inaugural “Candidates’ Choice Awards.” The ranking is based on …
Most and least meaningful college majors
It’s a lot of pressure for an 18-year-old. Choosing the right college major can determine whether you find meaning in your work — beyond just the financial incentive — way down the road. As part of its “College Salary Report,” PayScale found the most and least meaningful college majors by asking graduates, “Does your job make …
Ways people behave like children at work
Some of us may need to grow up a little. Three out of four workers have witnessed their colleagues act like adolescents in the workplace, according to a report released Thursday from CareerBuilder. While there are a lot of ways we unleash our inner child, the most common adolescent behavior is whining. Fifty-five percent of workers …
15 most memorable resume mistakes
Your resume has to be eye-catching: Seventy percent of employers will spend less than five minutes reviewing it, according to CareerBuilder. Forty-eight percent spend less than two. Your resume should also reflect reality. This significant detail is catching up with some job seekers, with 56 percent of employers telling CareerBuilder they’ve caught a lie on a …
Keep fit while earning a paycheck in these 10 careers
Who needs a gym membership when you have work to do? While most of us have to schedule workouts around our 9 to 5, there are some roles where physical activity is part of the job description. Glassdoor identified 10 of those calorie-burning careers. The list includes some obvious ones like dance instructor and personal …
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