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How Quitting Smoking Can Increase Your Chances of Getting Hired

If you’ve ever needed another reason to quit smoking, it’s this: Depending on your profession and where you live, you might not get hired. Don’t even think about applying at UMass Memorial Marlborough Hospital, WellSpan Health in Pennsylvania and Maryland, or Cleveland Clinic and The MetroHealth System in Ohio if you are in healthcare and smoke.  These are just a …

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In Review: Three Updates to Pay Attention to in 2018

    Looking back over an eventful 2017, we can only assume more of the same, uber-dynamic challenges, but also opportunities for growth in 2018.  With innovative technology driving changes in customer communications and marketing, IT and internet security, and dynamic workflow and human resource policies, companies – and especially small businesses – may find it daunting to keep up.  …

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Holiday Work Parties: Just Forego the Mistletoe

The holiday season is the best time of year to recognize and thank employees for their dedication and hard work.  However, this year’s barrage of sexual harassment headlines may have some nervous employers contemplating going all Grinch on their staff and canceling the festivities.  What happens if the combination of party buzz, mistletoe, and fancy dress turns into post-holiday dread: …