Author: Johnny C. Taylor Jr.

The best way to turn down a job offer is verbally and then put it in writing. While the process may seem awkward, a definitive response is expected.

Mentoring programs are a great development tool for mentees and mentors alike. There are many ways to mentor without being a seasoned veteran.

Amid the labor shortage, many companies are realizing how important personal responsibilities like caregiving are affecting worker availability.

If you love your job and feel like you should be paid more, there are ways to make it happen. Be prepared to lay out your case for a higher salary.

Many people transitioned to new jobs during the pandemic. Many suffer from quitter’s remorse. Some employees are trying to return to their old jobs.

It’s better to bring up a felony during the interview process than have the hiring manager find out another way.

Countering a job offer multiple times may not be the best approach. Prepare salary expectations based on your skillset value and experience.

Ensuring employees are paid similarly for comparable work is important. Employers must be diligent in developing a consistent pay structure.

Miscommunication about duties erodes trust and damages the employer/employee relationship. Don’t wait to start a conversation to turn things around.

Being an overbearing micromanager may be destructive but not illegal. Retaliating against employees for exercising their rights under the law could be.