Typically, when you get your first job, you are at an inferior position, and will tend to take whatever terms handed to you. However, there are certain clauses you should be very clear about before signing on that dotted line, and if you don’t understand should seek legal counsel. In addition to your employment contract, you should carefully read the company’s Employee Handbook, as it’s…
Read MoreAs I mentioned in this post (Why I chose To Work In A Start Up Over A Corporation), not everyone thrives in a start up, there are certain inherent qualities that make you a great start up employee. I expound on a few of them on this post. 1. Does lack of structure excite you? Most start ups lack structures and in most cases will depend…
Read More2012 continues to be a tough year for business. With the global economy worsening by the day, and a shrinking customer base, most businesses are struggling to stay afloat. Inevitably, when this happens, businesses must cut costs, and people are usually the first to go. During good times, corporations make the mistake of hiring too many employees, and as we all know, trees don’t grow…
Read More