Suffering from End-of-year Burnout? Try These Tips to Help

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This has undoubtedly been a challenging year. The conversation around burnout was already an important one before we found ourselves in the middle of a global pandemic. But time marches on, and work continues to need doing. Managing stress and recovering from bouts of burnout may seem like a lower priority, but they are more… Read more »

Why You Should Take the Job Interview

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Sometimes, your next big career move can come up unexpectedly. Whether a recruiter has reached out to you directly, or if a friend or coworker referred you for a position, an offer of an interview is great news. Even if you’re not necessarily looking for a new job, this is why you should take the… Read more »

What is a Typical Work Day for a Mechanical Planner?

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Interested in exploring what a career as a mechanical planner would look like? Today we’ll discuss the requirements, the necessary training, and education, as well as the day to day of a mechanical or maintenance planner professional. Here’s what you need to know. Job Overview Many companies rely on the machines that make their products,… Read more »

Inexpensive Ways to Give Back to Your Employees

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It’s important to show appreciation to your employees so that they know that they are recognized for their hard work, especially in difficult times like these. But as an employer, it’s not always easy to balance the checkbook when you are trying to manage business challenges and retain strong talent. Here’s how you can do… Read more »

How to Properly Document Everything as a Manager

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As a manager, it’s essential to take note of nearly everything going on in your workplace. Documentation is critical. But it’s not possible or practical to write everything down word for word. But when it comes to project management, issue resolution, performance, etc., documentation is a manager’s most powerful tool. Here’s how to do it…. Read more »

Interested in Becoming Licensing Engineer? These Are the Necessary Qualifications

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Are you interested in pursuing a fast-paced and dynamic career in the nuclear power industry but aren’t sure where to start? There are many different opportunities in nuclear power, one of the most compelling and rewarding being a nuclear licensing engineer. If you are interested in learning more about this role, consider these skills, abilities,… Read more »

Considering a Career in Project Controls? Here’s What You Need to Know

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Interested in exploring a career path in Project Controls? Project Controls are the data gathering, data management and analytical processes used to predict, understand and constructively influence the time and cost outcomes of a project. It’s through the communication of this information that drives effective management and decision making. But breaking into this role doesn’t… Read more »

Off-the-Wall Interview Questions – Yes or No?

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Once you have interviews lined up with your most promising candidates, it’s important to come up with a reliable game plan to get the full picture of whether they will be a good fit for your needs. It’s not just interviewees that need to prepare and do their homework before the big day. Interviewers should… Read more »

Find the Best Passive Candidates Through These Planning Tips

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Passive candidates can be a strong choice for employers looking for staff who is experienced, in demand, and able to ramp up quickly. But they can be a challenge to recruit. The benefits of looking at both active candidates and passive candidates are clear, as you can broaden your scope and even generate a reliable… Read more »

Build Your Active Candidate Pipeline with These Tips

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Having difficulty identifying and recruiting the right candidates for your open jobs? You’re not alone. There’s a real war for talent taking place, and the current job market is very competitive. Recruiting success depends heavily on building and maintaining a strong candidate pipeline. If you are standing by your old recruiting tactics, you’ll inevitably find… Read more »