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They may not always be at the front-and-center of an organization, but an Executive Assistant is the unsung hero and Chief Efficiency Creator of any team. They make organizations run smoothly by supporting their boss in , making decisions more easily, and supporting their . Usually, this means saving their executive time by managing processes methodically and strategically, plus , so the executive is more available to make the critical, high-level business decisions that only he or she is qualified to make. With all that needs to be done in a single day, Executive Assistants ensure that executives have the time and bandwidth to do what only they can do, and delegate the rest appropriately. Interested in pursuing this career path? Read on to learn which skills are necessary for this essential role. Responsibility and Organization Successful Executive Assistants are reliable, responsive self-starters. Traditionally, they are punctual, diplomatic, and skilled conversationalists in..

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In a time where many on social media are bashing 2016, the year has actually been a good one for employee perks. The good news is that companies nationwide are investing in some amazing employee perks to attract and retain top talent like YOU. From robust benefits to on-site child care, free lunches and unlimited vacations (Hello, ski season!), 2016 was the year of the employee perk. And 2017 is looking even brighter. According to a recent , nearly four in five (79%) of employees would prefer new or additional benefits to a pay increase. Specifically, more women (82%) than men (76%) prefer benefits or perks to a pay raise. And, younger employees aged 18-34 (89%) and 35-44 (84%) prefer benefits or perks to pay raises when compared to those aged 45-54 (70%) and 55-64 (66%). [Related: ] The gives you a quick overview of the top 5 traditional, non-traditional and..

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Business Analyst is one of those that seem to be popping up everywhere — but the title is vague enough that it can be hard to tell what they actually do. At their core, Business Analysts use data to improve processes. Regardless of the industry, they gather, examine, and synthesize information to understand patterns and trends. Using this evidence-based data, they’ll suggest new ways to manage and optimize processes — in other words, make sure programs are functioning at a higher level. They often challenge the status quo to save resources like time or money to improve profits, , and promote efficiency. Want to learn more about what it means to be a Business Analyst? Read on below to discover the , challenges faced, and opportunities available for this rapidly growing role. What Skills Do Business Analysts Need? Successful Business Analysts have strong , are quick to identify and solve..

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Scoring a confirms that you’re a promising candidate who’s getting noticed. It’s exciting to imagine the possibilities: Maybe you’ll land your ! But along with the excitement comes a whole host of complex emotions. Examining what’s driving your discomfort, however, can help you make peace with it — regardless of the outcome. Here are a few of the most common reasons you might be feeling out of sorts.  The language of formality Job interviews feel formal in a way that daily office life does not; for example, you may feel a bit self-conscious arriving in your suit, especially if you find your interviewers . Fortunately, though, formality softens into casualness once trust is established. After you have demonstrated that you can play by the rules, then you can loosen them — you just have to show the team that they can count on you. [Related: ] So when coming in to interview, play it by the..

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As we conclude another year, it is helpful to reflect on and celebrate amazing stories of success and advancement. This holds true with a multitude of career sector events, including executives marching ahead of the pack, companies outpacing the competition and the American working class’s current modus operandi. Moreover, HR professionals have had their share of adaptations, disruptions, and discussions including a focus on transparency, among other topics dominating conversations. 1. Executives Soaring Amid Disruptive Environment Despite – and perhaps in large part because of – the intense pressure of a disrupted political and economic climate, executives have turned up the heat on being innovative and bottom-line centered, while keeping an eye on social impacts that influence their decisions. For public companies, providing value to shareholders also is front and center. While many executives have climbed to new mountain peaks, a couple particularly stood out in 2016, one of whom..

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With the retirement age  by 2026, aspiring young professionals will soon be faced with the idea of spending more than 50 years in the workforce. To some, this may sound like a life sentence, especially with the increasing  being heaped on young shoulders to decide on the right career path. While the mobility of startup and digital culture offers diverse options, young people are finding these important decisions difficult to make confidently. It takes trial and error and time for someone to find what truly makes him or her happy and fulfilled at work. Yet to be labeled a “job hopper” or “indecisive” can be devastating to both confidence and reputation. So how can young graduates, without the benefit of significant work experience behind them, figure out which work environments are right for them? If job seekers can enter the tenure track in the spirit of self-discovery — identifying their skills and..

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As 2016 winds down, it is fun to celebrate and cheer, imbibing in the sweet drink of goals accomplished, new trends that took root and career visions materialized. Equally exciting is anticipating the coming year’s hot trends, and especially those that relate to the jobs industry. As such, after some research and thought work, I present my insights about the . 1. Will virtual reality and augmented reality continue to be growing industries hiring at a rapid pace? It appears the growth will continue, but perhaps with the caveat that widespread adoption is slowing a bit. According to Andy Patrizio in the September 2016, , “This year will definitely go down as the year virtual reality (VR) reached the masses, thanks in part to the explosion in the availability of headset.” However, despite the momentum of augmented reality and virtual reality in the current market (e.g., Pokeman and Oculus Rift), their..

From AILA. Today, December 23, 2016, USCIS posted a large number of new form versions. The forms all have an effective date of today, December 23, 2016, and the website indicates that no other versions of the forms are acceptable, with the exception of Form I-129. It appears USCIS prior version of Form I-129. No prior notice of these changes was given, and there was no alert sent to stakeholders today. AILA reached out to USCIS and made it clear that it should have given notice to stakeholders and to demand a grace period during which prior form versions could be submitted. AILA also noted that form vendors need time to reprogram the case management software systems. USCIS responded that while it strongly encourages people to use the new version of the forms, as indicated on its website, it is aware that there may be older editions of the forms..

We filed a National Interest Waiver on behalf of our client, a Postdoctoral Fellow, Plant Development and Plant Genetics, on June 30, 2016. We received the approval notice from USCIS on December 19th 2016. There was no RFE issued. Total USCIS processing time was 4 months, 19 days. SRC-16-903-19949 Our client holds a holds a Ph.D. degree in Biological Science and has 10 citations Our client’s research has the potential to improve the sustainability of U.S. agriculture and food systems. His research will benefit hay producers whose production is limited by saline conditions on marginal lands as well as drought and cold prone region such as California, Utah, Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota and South Dakota. There is also potential benefit to livestock producers, particularly dairy farmers, by increasing the availability of a consistent supply of high quality alfalfa forage. Salt, drought and cold tolerant alfalfa would benefit producers by increasing..