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The Contract Series: Part 2 – Reviewing the Terms
You’ve been offered a contract. In many cases, the initial contract is a standard document with some wiggle room. Remember, you’ll have to live with the conditions of this contract for a long time, so it is essential to understand the offer in its entirety. Start by reviewing the general terms of the agreement. You…
Read MoreThe Contract Series: Part 1 – Preparing For Negotiations
You’re in discussions with an employer for a position that looks like a great fit, and it looks like you’ll be offered a contract. However, one of the most critical aspects of the contract negotiation starts before an agreement is even tendered. Here are some important aspects to consider early on in the job search,…
Read MoreEmployment Summary for November 2020
Summary of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Monthly Employment Situation Report The U.S. economy added 245,000 non-farm jobs in November, below the 410,000-job growth forecast by economists. The unemployment rate edged down to 6.7 percent. While November is the seventh consecutive month of both job growth and unemployment rate improvement, the pace of that improvement…
Read MoreEmployment Summary for October 2020
The U.S. economy added 638,000 non-farm jobs in October, above the 530,000-job growth expected by economists. The unemployment rate declined to 6.6 percent. October is the sixth consecutive month of both job growth and unemployment rate improvement. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported notable job gains in leisure and hospitality, professional and business services,…
Read MoreEmployment Summary for September 2020
Summary of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Monthly Employment Situation Report The U.S. economy added 661,000 non-farm jobs in September, below the 800,000 job growth expected by economists surveyed by Dow Jones. While millions remain unemployed, September’s activity means that approximately 12 million jobs have been recovered since the mid-March economic shutdown that saw about…
Read MoreHow to Turn Down a Job Offer Professionally
In 2020, landing a position with a Pediatric practice can be a challenge, particularly in the wake of a worldwide pandemic. In recent months, however, we’ve seen a significant uptick in the number of practices reopening across the country, and with it, the need to hire on associates to meet the pent-up patient demand that…
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