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Missoula, Montana. Since so many blog visitors submit Questions, we’ve decided to devote Saturdays to answering several Questions at once, and have chosen those that call for “shorter&# Answers. . We hope and expect this will serve our blog visitors to our very best ability, which is our Guiding Purpose. . We invite and request your Feedback and Support. . Question 1: Should I have an attorney look at my “Stay Bonus” agreement before I sign it? . MORE
In 49 states (Montana is the exception) employment is at will, which means you can wake up one morning and say, “I’m going to fire Bill.” ” That would be legal, as long as you’re not firing Bill because of race, sex, etc. But, that’s not a great way to do business and no one that I’m aware of really does that. The gold standard is the Performace Improvement Plan (PIP). This is usually 60 or 90 days and gives the employee a chance to succeed. MORE
For Shyla Syverson, an Aflac benefits advisor from Montana, being able to take vacations and trips on her own time is a huge bonus. "I I can enjoy the great outdoors of Montana and also travel the world." MORE
The former star of Hannah Montana wore a white fishnet dress and black pasties at the the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas. The Miley Cyrus iHeartRadio Wardrobe Incident got the pop star even more attention recently in the wake of her bold dance moves at the VMA’s. Cyrus sang her newest Top 40 hit “Wrecking Ball,” and many people would suggest she’s using the same tool on her career right now. MORE
Where was the sweet teen whose alter-ego was Hannah Montana? So the image of a nearly nude Miley Cyrus as she twerked her way, tongue out, through a performance at the MTV Awards, was shocking to say the least. The show, and Miley’s sexy new image, caused quite a commotion. And a bit like marmite, […]. What Can Miley Cyrus Teach Recruitment About Rebranding? Undercover Recruiter - Career & Recruitment Blog. MORE
described this as “if Holden Caulfield had been a gay girl from Montana, this is the story he might have told,” and that seems right. This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. This one is truly no work and no school. If you have a work question, you can email it to me or post it in the work-related open thread on Fridays.). MORE
Guided trips into areas like the stunning Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana make plenty of time for riding, so you have plenty of time for exploring. Being a career girl has its many perks – but it can be busy. Every girl needs her time to relax and get away from the work, and there are plenty of ways to do it. From spa days to nights spent dancing, taking a break is always fun – but every now and then, we need to get away from it all and escape the bustle and drama of the city. MORE
In all states but Montana, employment is at-will. There are many misconceptions about the workplace that, sensible as they might be, simply aren’t true. Some actions, while undoubtedly a bad idea, won’t necessarily get you fired. Below are five common myths that are good to know — whether you’re the boss or the newest hire in the field. Myth 1: You Can’t Be Fired If You’re Not Guilty. That means your boss can fire you for any reason, without having to prove “just cause.” MORE
” - Gladiola Montana. “If you find some happiness inside yourself, you’ll start finding it in a lot of other places, too.” Hard as it is sometimes to bear in mind, work can – and should – bring happiness. Productive activity is one of the most fulfilling and inspiring experiences there in life. Focus a bit on the aspects of your job – I know you can find them – that bring you happiness, and put a little extra time and effort into them. MORE
In the book I just finished, My Very Best Friend , which almost made me want to go and live in a cabin, alone, in Montana, and mutter to myself, but that is another story, I set it in Scotland. The post For Writers: Old Homes With Secrets, Car Living, and Scottish Men in Kilts. How To Create Compelling Settings In Your Books. appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. I don’t like boring words. I like scintillating words. MORE
Helena, Montana. Since so many blog visitors submit Questions, we’ve decided to devote some of our weekend blogposts to answering several Questions at once, and have chosen those that call for “shorter&# Answers. . We hope and expect this will serve our blog visitors to our very best ability, which is our Guiding Purpose. . We invite and request your Feedback and Support. Please remember to try to keep your submitted questions brief. . MORE
In the United States (with the exception of Montana) all employees are at-will unless they have a contract (such as a union). Many companies have a 90 day “probationary period” for new hires. At the end of this, the manager is supposed to do a sit-down evaluation with the new employee. It’s such a standard thing that we often don’t think about it, but we should. It’s actually an area which can cause your business big troubles if you don’t do it right. MORE
This inspiring quote was sent to us by Gabrielle, of Missoula, Montana, the “Big Sky” state. I’ve been to Montana, and it is true: their sky really is bigger than elsewhere, as is their horizon. “Faith is the ultimate strength.” ” – Dr. Charles S. Johnson. MORE
Every state but Montana is at-will.) California is an at-will employment state. This means that you can terminate someone for any reason or no reason, as long as it doesn’t violate the law. So, you can terminate someone for wearing mismatched shoes, but you can’t terminate someone for being pregnant. You can fire a pregnant woman for wearing mismatched shoes, but you better be able to show that you fire all people with fashion failures. MORE
It’s arrived. The most anticipated guide filled with nuggets of wisdom, insights, where to go and what to do in Las Vegas during the HR Technology Conference. It’s sponsored by our friends, Talent Objects. This guide is filled with information about cabbing it in Vegas, shows to see, restaurants to enjoy and what to do when you aren’t at the HR Technology Conference. MORE
Author Bio: Tara Alley is a freelance writer from southwest Montana, now living in sunny Orange County, CA, where she spends the majority of her time writing about her love/addiction for espresso for Coffee Home Direct. ? MORE
In the United States, all states but Montana have at-will employment. Firing an employee is never easy, but making the right termination decisions is critical for the success of your business. When someone is damaging the business rather than helping it, it’s time to let that person go. MORE
My brother who lives in Montana says his local school board announced that they were going back to 100% onsite learning , as if their town has a magical version of Covid that prevents kids from getting it in school. MORE
Montana – Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Workers Compensation Definition. Workers compensation is defined as a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment in exchange for mandatory relinquishment of the employee’s right to sue his or her employer for the tort of negligence. MORE
A minority of states (11 to be precise — California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington, plus Hawaii, which requires two-party consent if the recording device is in a private residence) have two-party consent laws. MORE
So is being low-income or living in Montana. The number of high school seniors applying to MIT this year is 60% above last year. That means there are 12,000 more applicants. Harvard’s applications are up 30%. Duke is up 20%. Most Ivy League schools are up 20% at least. MORE
Make sure to download our 2015 Guide to Las Vegas and the SHRM Annual Conference Whitepaper while you’re waiting for the VIP Party Guide to launch! . Get the Inside Scoop at the SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas! I can’t believe are 6 weeks away from the 2015 SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas. MORE
Presently, Miley Cyrus – whether you lover her or hate her – has done a marvelous job of shedding her sweet and innocent Hannah Montana image to the over-the-top, risque, ‘molly-popping’ Miley. 4 Signs It’s Time To Rebrand Yourself. Work It Daily. Branding is all about representing yourself to the public in a way that you hope will positively promote your business or service. Either way, no matter your industry, the outside world will still brand you in one way or another. MORE
Content marketers try – some try too hard and embrace hot trends like the latest Hannah Montana dance routine or Meth lab endings. Oreo Envy? I read a post yesterday about “ Oreo Envy ” — referencing the instant Oreo marketing “hit” last February — a real-time tweet that happened during ligh ts out at Super Bowl XLVII. You can still dunk in the dark will be the real-time marketing campaign remembered for years to come. MORE
According to the Pew Charitable Fund, Montana’s eastern neighbor currently leads in terms of job growth , especially in the areas of energy and construction, two sectors that are also doing well in other Western states, along with high-tech and engineering fields. Don’t be so quick to needle North Dakota. While it may not have the population density, skyscrapers or beautiful beachfront property of other states, it has something that makes other states jealous: jobs. MORE
Over the past few weeks we’ve had numerous Facebook messages, emails, and texts into our secret club asking when we’d be launching our annual guide for the 2015 SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition happening next month. If you’re headed to SHRM and you’d like all the resources necessary to make SHRM and your visit to Las Vegas a success, you’re in luck! MORE
A recent acquisition by Dice Holdings, this site is for job listings in the Oil and Gas community which is highly competitive especially in Oklahoma, Texas, Montana and New Mexico. This post is sponsored by SHRM Jobs , a job board dedicated to helping recruiters hire the best human resource professionals. Use promo code, ‘blog’ and click here to save 10% of your next posting. . Finding candidates is tough. MORE
On the other hand, leaving yourself extra minutes will still allow you to arrive on time if you happen to miss a turn, get caught behind a school bus, or find yourself waiting at a railroad crossing as a 3-mile-long freight train moseys its way toward Montana. MORE
When sisters-in-law Linda Baltrusch and Stacy Waldenberg from the treasured state of Montana—who have been friends for 35 years—were in search of a unique gift idea to celebrate triumphs and milestones “in style” for women; little did they know it marked the beginnings of an entrepreneurial undertaking. Glamma Wine may be purchased in retail stores in Montana and on line at www.glammawine.com. MORE
In alphabetical order, they are: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Washington (state). . “When it comes to privacy and accountability, people always demand the former for themselves and the latter for everyone else.”. David Brin . ACTUAL “CASE HISTORIES ”: I remember it like it was yesterday, although it was many years ago. MORE
you’re considered an at-will employee (except for in Montana). It’s been a while since I’ve talked about this, and I saw it come up a few times last week so figured it was a good time to revisit some work vocabulary stuff that sometimes confuses people. A “hiring manager” isn’t the person in charge of all hiring. The hiring manager isn’t the person who manages all the hiring for an organization. MORE
Brown University has an 8% acceptance rate but a 30% acceptance rate from Montana. So if you can’t move to Wyoming or Montana, at least go somewhere rural. Porcelain Pencils by Katharine Morling. The FBI just announced a sting operation that caught 50 rich and famous parents paying millions of dollars to bribe and cheat to get their under-qualified kids into top colleges (and, mysteriously, some not-top colleges). MORE
In all states but Montana, employment is at-will. Firing is not fun. Most managers go to great lengths to avoid firing someone, and when it finally comes down to it, you have to let this person go. After all that stress, the last thing you want is to land in court. You know that the firing was legal, but that doesn’t mean a lawyer or the EEOC won’t take up the case, and you’ll be forced to spend a fortune defending yourself. MORE
SHRM15 is literally within a week and if you’ve never been you’re in for a treat! This year we’ve put together another one of our ultimate guides to the conference and Las Vegas. Whether you’re going to SHRM to network or you’re going because it’s a free trip to Vegas (let’s face it, some of you reading this are thinking just that!) we have you covered! MORE
Jeannette Rankin of Montana is the first woman elected to Congress. Many cheered at the announcement that Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore have been admitted membership in the prestigious, formerly all male, private golf club. Some say it is one more step in the eradication of institutionalized sexism. Others say that although it is the right thing to do and long overdue, it does not impact the lives of women beyond the upper echelon. How do you feel about this news? MORE
Unfortunately, with at-will employment in every state but Montana, employers can fire for any reason or no reason at all, with some exceptions. A reader writes: My employer enforces a moonlighting policy whereby employees are required to obtain permission from an HR manager before they can work a second job. The policy does not specify what is permissible and what is not, only that the employer may deny concurrent employment if they deem it to be incompatible with the employee’s duties. MORE
Maureen Francisco is an executive producer of NW Productions, LLC, a media and production company that produces the Miss WA USA, Miss WA Teen USA, Miss Idaho USA, Miss Idaho Teen USA, Miss Montana USA and Miss Montana Teen USA pageants. Fiscal cliff. Debt ceiling. In my opinion, these words mean more taxes, less disposable income and an uncertain economic future. They mean retirement may come later rather than sooner. MORE
Presently, Miley Cyrus – whether you lover her or hate her – has done a marvelous job of shedding her sweet and innocent Hannah Montana image to the over-the-top, risque, ‘molly-popping’ Miley. Branding is all about representing yourself to the public in a way that you hope will positively promote your business or service. Either way, no matter your industry, the outside world will still brand you in one way or another. MORE
INSIDER’S GUIDE TO SHRM 2016 PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS. We are just 5 short weeks away from the 2016 SHRM Annual Conference in Washington DC. I’m currently working on blog content, selecting sessions and trying to develop a plan for all things #SHRM16. I’m sure you are too which is why I’m working to bring you the best insights into what you can expect at the 2016 Annual Conference in Washington DC this year. . WHAT IS THE 2016 #SHRMVIP PARTY & EVENT GUIDE? MORE
GET THE INSIDE SCOOP AT THE 2015 HR TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE IN LAS VEGAS! I can’t believe are less than 2 weeks away from the 2015 HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas. We’re knee deep in pre-conference content strategy for #HRTechConf where we’ll bring you the best insights into what you can expect at three different events in Vegas in one week. Yes, three events which are the HR Tech Tank, IAEWS Fall Congress and the HR Technology Conference. MORE
Bozeman, Montana. Question: Dear Alan: I was recently laid off from my job in pharmaceutical sales, and received a small severance. I signed up for COBRA healthcare continuation for my family. When the bill came, for family coverage all I had to pay for my entire family was $325 monthly. That is far less than I thought it would cost. Concerned that there was a mistake, I called Human Resources, and was told that it was not the usual COBRA benefits, but “Subsidized” COBRA benefits. MORE
Envision the cry baby working, really doing hard (OMG) physical labor, in say, Montana. BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US Places to Go, Things to See BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US Search Recent Comments May 3 - Nancy on 10 Must-Avoid Business Card Designs (and How to Make Yours Rock!) MORE
or (b) legally protected activity (meaning things the law has specifically carved out as exceptions, like union organizing or making a good faith report of harassment or discrimination), and as long as (c) you don’t have a contract that says otherwise and (d) you don’t work in Montana, which requires firings to be for good cause, or in one of the handful of states that prohibits employers from taking any job-related action based on an employee’s legal conduct outside of work. MORE
eliminated the “at will” presumption in employment: Montana. In 1987 the Montana legislature enacted the “Montana Wrongful Discharge From Employment Act,” known as WDEA, which provides a legal basis for employees to sue their employers if they believe their employment was terminated without good cause. The history of the law is enlightening: in general, Montana employers actually supported its passage. one state – alone among all other of the 50 states in the U.S. MORE
Montana Related Topics Sklover Working Wisdom
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
This inspiring quote was sent to us by Gabrielle, of Missoula, Montana, the “Big Sky” state. I’ve been to Montana, and it is true: their sky really is bigger than elsewhere, as is their horizon. “Faith is the ultimate strength.” ” – Dr. Charles S. Johnson.
Sklover Working Wisdom
OCTOBER 7, 2011
eliminated the “at will” presumption in employment: Montana. In 1987 the Montana legislature enacted the “Montana Wrongful Discharge From Employment Act,” known as WDEA, which provides a legal basis for employees to sue their employers if they believe their employment was terminated without good cause. The history of the law is enlightening: in general, Montana employers actually supported its passage. one state – alone among all other of the 50 states in the U.S.
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Evil HR Lady
MAY 15, 2017
In 49 states (Montana is the exception) employment is at will, which means you can wake up one morning and say, “I’m going to fire Bill.” ” That would be legal, as long as you’re not firing Bill because of race, sex, etc. But, that’s not a great way to do business and no one that I’m aware of really does that. The gold standard is the Performace Improvement Plan (PIP). This is usually 60 or 90 days and gives the employee a chance to succeed.
The Undercover Recruiter
JUNE 6, 2014
Where was the sweet teen whose alter-ego was Hannah Montana? So the image of a nearly nude Miley Cyrus as she twerked her way, tongue out, through a performance at the MTV Awards, was shocking to say the least. The show, and Miley’s sexy new image, caused quite a commotion. And a bit like marmite, […]. What Can Miley Cyrus Teach Recruitment About Rebranding? Undercover Recruiter - Career & Recruitment Blog.
Evil HR Lady
SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
In the United States (with the exception of Montana) all employees are at-will unless they have a contract (such as a union). Many companies have a 90 day “probationary period” for new hires. At the end of this, the manager is supposed to do a sit-down evaluation with the new employee. It’s such a standard thing that we often don’t think about it, but we should. It’s actually an area which can cause your business big troubles if you don’t do it right.
Evil HR Lady
FEBRUARY 8, 2016
Every state but Montana is at-will.) California is an at-will employment state. This means that you can terminate someone for any reason or no reason, as long as it doesn’t violate the law. So, you can terminate someone for wearing mismatched shoes, but you can’t terminate someone for being pregnant. You can fire a pregnant woman for wearing mismatched shoes, but you better be able to show that you fire all people with fashion failures.
Evil HR Lady
DECEMBER 26, 2016
In all states but Montana, employment is at-will. There are many misconceptions about the workplace that, sensible as they might be, simply aren’t true. Some actions, while undoubtedly a bad idea, won’t necessarily get you fired. Below are five common myths that are good to know — whether you’re the boss or the newest hire in the field. Myth 1: You Can’t Be Fired If You’re Not Guilty. That means your boss can fire you for any reason, without having to prove “just cause.”
Ms. Career Girl
OCTOBER 13, 2015
When sisters-in-law Linda Baltrusch and Stacy Waldenberg from the treasured state of Montana—who have been friends for 35 years—were in search of a unique gift idea to celebrate triumphs and milestones “in style” for women; little did they know it marked the beginnings of an entrepreneurial undertaking. Glamma Wine may be purchased in retail stores in Montana and on line at www.glammawine.com.
Evil HR Lady
MAY 12, 2016
In all states but Montana, employment is at-will. Firing is not fun. Most managers go to great lengths to avoid firing someone, and when it finally comes down to it, you have to let this person go. After all that stress, the last thing you want is to land in court. You know that the firing was legal, but that doesn’t mean a lawyer or the EEOC won’t take up the case, and you’ll be forced to spend a fortune defending yourself.
Evil HR Lady
MAY 4, 2016
In the United States, all states but Montana have at-will employment. Firing an employee is never easy, but making the right termination decisions is critical for the success of your business. When someone is damaging the business rather than helping it, it’s time to let that person go.
Career Alley
FEBRUARY 14, 2014
According to the Pew Charitable Fund, Montana’s eastern neighbor currently leads in terms of job growth , especially in the areas of energy and construction, two sectors that are also doing well in other Western states, along with high-tech and engineering fields. Don’t be so quick to needle North Dakota. While it may not have the population density, skyscrapers or beautiful beachfront property of other states, it has something that makes other states jealous: jobs.
Career Realism
MARCH 19, 2021
For Shyla Syverson, an Aflac benefits advisor from Montana, being able to take vacations and trips on her own time is a huge bonus. "I I can enjoy the great outdoors of Montana and also travel the world."
Workology
OCTOBER 4, 2015
GET THE INSIDE SCOOP AT THE 2015 HR TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE IN LAS VEGAS! I can’t believe are less than 2 weeks away from the 2015 HR Technology Conference in Las Vegas. We’re knee deep in pre-conference content strategy for #HRTechConf where we’ll bring you the best insights into what you can expect at three different events in Vegas in one week. Yes, three events which are the HR Tech Tank, IAEWS Fall Congress and the HR Technology Conference.
Workology
MAY 6, 2015
Over the past few weeks we’ve had numerous Facebook messages, emails, and texts into our secret club asking when we’d be launching our annual guide for the 2015 SHRM Annual Conference and Exposition happening next month. If you’re headed to SHRM and you’d like all the resources necessary to make SHRM and your visit to Las Vegas a success, you’re in luck!
Workology
OCTOBER 2, 2015
It’s arrived. The most anticipated guide filled with nuggets of wisdom, insights, where to go and what to do in Las Vegas during the HR Technology Conference. It’s sponsored by our friends, Talent Objects. This guide is filled with information about cabbing it in Vegas, shows to see, restaurants to enjoy and what to do when you aren’t at the HR Technology Conference.
Workology
MAY 15, 2015
Make sure to download our 2015 Guide to Las Vegas and the SHRM Annual Conference Whitepaper while you’re waiting for the VIP Party Guide to launch! . Get the Inside Scoop at the SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas! I can’t believe are 6 weeks away from the 2015 SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas.
Workology
JUNE 23, 2015
SHRM15 is literally within a week and if you’ve never been you’re in for a treat! This year we’ve put together another one of our ultimate guides to the conference and Las Vegas. Whether you’re going to SHRM to network or you’re going because it’s a free trip to Vegas (let’s face it, some of you reading this are thinking just that!) we have you covered!
Workology
JULY 21, 2015
Montana – Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Workers Compensation Definition. Workers compensation is defined as a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment in exchange for mandatory relinquishment of the employee’s right to sue his or her employer for the tort of negligence.
Penelope Trunk
MARCH 14, 2019
Brown University has an 8% acceptance rate but a 30% acceptance rate from Montana. So if you can’t move to Wyoming or Montana, at least go somewhere rural. Porcelain Pencils by Katharine Morling. The FBI just announced a sting operation that caught 50 rich and famous parents paying millions of dollars to bribe and cheat to get their under-qualified kids into top colleges (and, mysteriously, some not-top colleges).
Resume Bear
JUNE 12, 2013
Maureen Francisco is an executive producer of NW Productions, LLC, a media and production company that produces the Miss WA USA, Miss WA Teen USA, Miss Idaho USA, Miss Idaho Teen USA, Miss Montana USA and Miss Montana Teen USA pageants. Fiscal cliff. Debt ceiling. In my opinion, these words mean more taxes, less disposable income and an uncertain economic future. They mean retirement may come later rather than sooner.
Penelope Trunk
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
My brother who lives in Montana says his local school board announced that they were going back to 100% onsite learning , as if their town has a magical version of Covid that prevents kids from getting it in school.
Ask a Manager
MARCH 18, 2017
described this as “if Holden Caulfield had been a gay girl from Montana, this is the story he might have told,” and that seems right. This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. This one is truly no work and no school. If you have a work question, you can email it to me or post it in the work-related open thread on Fridays.).
Sklover Working Wisdom
JULY 19, 2016
Bozeman, Montana. Question: Dear Alan: I was recently laid off from my job in pharmaceutical sales, and received a small severance. I signed up for COBRA healthcare continuation for my family. When the bill came, for family coverage all I had to pay for my entire family was $325 monthly. That is far less than I thought it would cost. Concerned that there was a mistake, I called Human Resources, and was told that it was not the usual COBRA benefits, but “Subsidized” COBRA benefits.
Careers Done Write
SEPTEMBER 26, 2012
Jeannette Rankin of Montana is the first woman elected to Congress. Many cheered at the announcement that Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore have been admitted membership in the prestigious, formerly all male, private golf club. Some say it is one more step in the eradication of institutionalized sexism. Others say that although it is the right thing to do and long overdue, it does not impact the lives of women beyond the upper echelon. How do you feel about this news?
Ms. Career Girl
OCTOBER 16, 2017
Guided trips into areas like the stunning Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana make plenty of time for riding, so you have plenty of time for exploring. Being a career girl has its many perks – but it can be busy. Every girl needs her time to relax and get away from the work, and there are plenty of ways to do it. From spa days to nights spent dancing, taking a break is always fun – but every now and then, we need to get away from it all and escape the bustle and drama of the city.
Penelope Trunk
DECEMBER 17, 2020
So is being low-income or living in Montana. The number of high school seniors applying to MIT this year is 60% above last year. That means there are 12,000 more applicants. Harvard’s applications are up 30%. Duke is up 20%. Most Ivy League schools are up 20% at least.
Ms. Career Girl
FEBRUARY 18, 2017
In the book I just finished, My Very Best Friend , which almost made me want to go and live in a cabin, alone, in Montana, and mutter to myself, but that is another story, I set it in Scotland. The post For Writers: Old Homes With Secrets, Car Living, and Scottish Men in Kilts. How To Create Compelling Settings In Your Books. appeared first on Ms. Career Girl. I don’t like boring words. I like scintillating words.
Workology
MAY 16, 2016
INSIDER’S GUIDE TO SHRM 2016 PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS. We are just 5 short weeks away from the 2016 SHRM Annual Conference in Washington DC. I’m currently working on blog content, selecting sessions and trying to develop a plan for all things #SHRM16. I’m sure you are too which is why I’m working to bring you the best insights into what you can expect at the 2016 Annual Conference in Washington DC this year. . WHAT IS THE 2016 #SHRMVIP PARTY & EVENT GUIDE?
Workology
JUNE 17, 2014
A recent acquisition by Dice Holdings, this site is for job listings in the Oil and Gas community which is highly competitive especially in Oklahoma, Texas, Montana and New Mexico. This post is sponsored by SHRM Jobs , a job board dedicated to helping recruiters hire the best human resource professionals. Use promo code, ‘blog’ and click here to save 10% of your next posting. . Finding candidates is tough.
Workology
OCTOBER 3, 2013
Content marketers try – some try too hard and embrace hot trends like the latest Hannah Montana dance routine or Meth lab endings. Oreo Envy? I read a post yesterday about “ Oreo Envy ” — referencing the instant Oreo marketing “hit” last February — a real-time tweet that happened during ligh ts out at Super Bowl XLVII. You can still dunk in the dark will be the real-time marketing campaign remembered for years to come.
Jobacle
FEBRUARY 17, 2011
Author Bio: Tara Alley is a freelance writer from southwest Montana, now living in sunny Orange County, CA, where she spends the majority of her time writing about her love/addiction for espresso for Coffee Home Direct. ?
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 25, 2016
Presently, Miley Cyrus – whether you lover her or hate her – has done a marvelous job of shedding her sweet and innocent Hannah Montana image to the over-the-top, risque, ‘molly-popping’ Miley. 4 Signs It’s Time To Rebrand Yourself. Work It Daily. Branding is all about representing yourself to the public in a way that you hope will positively promote your business or service. Either way, no matter your industry, the outside world will still brand you in one way or another.
Jobacle
JANUARY 13, 2011
Envision the cry baby working, really doing hard (OMG) physical labor, in say, Montana. BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US Places to Go, Things to See BLOG ABOUT US PODCAST ARCHIVE BLOG ARCHIVE CAREER LINKS CAREER NEWS CONTACT US Search Recent Comments May 3 - Nancy on 10 Must-Avoid Business Card Designs (and How to Make Yours Rock!)
Ask a Manager
AUGUST 24, 2020
A minority of states (11 to be precise — California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Washington, plus Hawaii, which requires two-party consent if the recording device is in a private residence) have two-party consent laws.
Sklover Working Wisdom
FEBRUARY 18, 2011
Missoula, Montana. Since so many blog visitors submit Questions, we’ve decided to devote Saturdays to answering several Questions at once, and have chosen those that call for “shorter&# Answers. . We hope and expect this will serve our blog visitors to our very best ability, which is our Guiding Purpose. . We invite and request your Feedback and Support. . Question 1: Should I have an attorney look at my “Stay Bonus” agreement before I sign it? .
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 11, 2014
Presently, Miley Cyrus – whether you lover her or hate her – has done a marvelous job of shedding her sweet and innocent Hannah Montana image to the over-the-top, risque, ‘molly-popping’ Miley. Branding is all about representing yourself to the public in a way that you hope will positively promote your business or service. Either way, no matter your industry, the outside world will still brand you in one way or another.
Sklover Working Wisdom
MAY 5, 2014
In alphabetical order, they are: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Washington (state). . “When it comes to privacy and accountability, people always demand the former for themselves and the latter for everyone else.”. David Brin . ACTUAL “CASE HISTORIES ”: I remember it like it was yesterday, although it was many years ago.
Sklover Working Wisdom
MAY 6, 2011
Helena, Montana. Since so many blog visitors submit Questions, we’ve decided to devote some of our weekend blogposts to answering several Questions at once, and have chosen those that call for “shorter&# Answers. . We hope and expect this will serve our blog visitors to our very best ability, which is our Guiding Purpose. . We invite and request your Feedback and Support. Please remember to try to keep your submitted questions brief. .
Career Realism
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
The former star of Hannah Montana wore a white fishnet dress and black pasties at the the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas. The Miley Cyrus iHeartRadio Wardrobe Incident got the pop star even more attention recently in the wake of her bold dance moves at the VMA’s. Cyrus sang her newest Top 40 hit “Wrecking Ball,” and many people would suggest she’s using the same tool on her career right now.
Ask a Manager
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
or (b) legally protected activity (meaning things the law has specifically carved out as exceptions, like union organizing or making a good faith report of harassment or discrimination), and as long as (c) you don’t have a contract that says otherwise and (d) you don’t work in Montana, which requires firings to be for good cause, or in one of the handful of states that prohibits employers from taking any job-related action based on an employee’s legal conduct outside of work.
Ask a Manager
AUGUST 13, 2019
Unfortunately, with at-will employment in every state but Montana, employers can fire for any reason or no reason at all, with some exceptions. A reader writes: My employer enforces a moonlighting policy whereby employees are required to obtain permission from an HR manager before they can work a second job. The policy does not specify what is permissible and what is not, only that the employer may deny concurrent employment if they deem it to be incompatible with the employee’s duties.
Career Realism
OCTOBER 17, 2010
On the other hand, leaving yourself extra minutes will still allow you to arrive on time if you happen to miss a turn, get caught behind a school bus, or find yourself waiting at a railroad crossing as a 3-mile-long freight train moseys its way toward Montana.
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JANUARY 31, 2018
you’re considered an at-will employee (except for in Montana). It’s been a while since I’ve talked about this, and I saw it come up a few times last week so figured it was a good time to revisit some work vocabulary stuff that sometimes confuses people. A “hiring manager” isn’t the person in charge of all hiring. The hiring manager isn’t the person who manages all the hiring for an organization.
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