When interviewing, talk about the pandemic gap in your resume in positive terms and explain how you spent the break, whether tutoring, consulting, learning a new skill or even a working on a hobby. "It might not be immediately obvious the connection [certain skills] have to your work; but more often than not you can develop a narrative around it," says Facebook's head of global recruiting Miranda Kalinowski. Full Story: CNBC (3/25)
7 ways to build influence and persuasion at work Perfect the art of "positive persuasion" at work by focusing on common interests and advantages, letting others have control in some areas and being willing to help out, writes Art Petty. "Your work in the organization to help others before you need help will pave the way to gaining support when you need it," Petty writes. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (3/25)
Compassion and a sense of loyalty can make CEOs hesitate to fire underperforming senior leaders, writes Ed Batista, who recommends being fair and honest, even if termination is necessary. "When such situations are handled perfectly, the CEO and the exec both admit that it's the right move (albeit a regrettable one), reach mutual agreement on terms, and part ways amicably, perhaps even willing to work together again," Batista writes. Full Story: Ed Batista Executive Coaching (3/24)
Poll
Are you taking a "spring break"?
Yes, a few days of staycation
15.61%
Yes, a few days of regional travel
20.98%
Yes, but only because my kids are out of school
10.24%
No, I'm waiting a little longer
53.17%
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Weekly jobless claims fall to low point for pandemic Initial unemployment claims totaled 684,000 last week on a seasonally adjusted basis, less than economists had expected and a drop from the tally of 781,000 the prior week. Last week's claim total was the lowest since the beginning of pandemic-led disruption. Full Story: The New York Times (3/25),The Wall Street Journal (3/25),CNBC (3/25)
Balancing Yourself
New morning habits to start the day off right Small changes in your morning habits can lead to a less stressful, more purposeful day. Among other things, try to stay hydrated and avoid checking your phone the moment you wake up. Full Story: Entrepreneur (3/24)
Betty, an Australian White's tree frog, beat out an alpaca, a dog, a cat, an alpaca and a bona fide bunny to become the 2021 Cadbury Easter Bunny and win $5,000. She's the smallest winner in the contest's history, along with being the first female and amphibian. Betty says (I guess she had help with this part) that she wants to "show everyone that our differences are what make us who we are and they are something to be proud of." Full Story: National Public Radio (3/25)
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