Job

2022 - 12 - 27

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How the (weak) ties that bind can aid your job prospects (Marketplace.org)

There is a theory in social science that has a direct bearing on anyone searching for a job. It's called the strength of weak ties. The idea is that weaker, ...

For just $5/month, you can help sustain Marketplace so we can keep reporting on the things that matter to you. We rely on your financial support to keep making that possible. Twice as likely to get new jobs, in fact. The idea is that weaker, arm’s-length social connections are more helpful than the strongest connections when it comes to getting a new job. Your close friends and co-workers probably don’t know more than you do about job openings or other helpful info. There is a theory in social science that has a direct bearing on anyone searching for a job.

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Regulating care services industry for professionalism, job creation (Guardian)

There is nothing more comforting for workers than to know that their children and elderly relatives are being properly cared for.

There should be standard and legislation for the care industry in Nigeria,” he said. Women do more than three-quarter of unpaid care work. There is the Care ACT, which regulates how to provide care for people. The care industry is regulated to large extent. The basis of it is to give individuals independence. “There is the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in UK, which is empowered to monitor the care sector.

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Regulation of the care services industry for professionalism, job ... (NNN)

The world body, in a report on care at work, highlighted the benefits of investing in care services and policies to alleviate poverty, promote gender equality ...

[Investing in Care Leave and Services](https://nnn.ng/regulation-of-the-care-services-industry-for-professionalism-job-creation-appointments/#Investing in Care Leave and Services) The basis of this is to give independence to individuals. [CQC](https://nnn.ng/tag/cqc/)) in the UK, which is empowered to monitor the care sector. [ILO](https://nnn.ng/tag/ilo/)), the care services sector has the potential to create around 300 million new jobs worldwide. There is the Care Law, which regulates the way of providing care to people. [](https://nnn.ng/hausa/#=zuma hausa) [](https://nnn.ng/i/#=ip shortner) [GDP](https://nnn.ng/tag/gdp/)) and is essential to overcoming entrenched discrimination against women in the workplace and in society. The care industry is heavily regulated. women. [United Kingdom](https://nnn.ng/tag/united-kingdom/) ( [UK](https://nnn.ng/tag/uk/)) based healthcare company. [Nigeria](https://nnn.ng/tag/nigeria/), the operators urged the [Federal Government](https://nnn.ng/tag/federal-government/) to shed light on the care service, stating that legislation is required to ensure compliance with the rules, as well as to regulate the conduct of care providers. Noting that the care service is a professional service aimed at providing proper care to the elderly, proper training of the care service providers, Olugbodi said, was paramount.

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You need to be visible to get an energy sector job in 2023 – Experts (Nairametrics)

Nigeria's energy sector is vast, with many job vacancies across the renewable energy and hydrocarbon (oil and gas) sectors. People working in the sector ...

It is important to understand that these departments will depend on the size and capacity of the company. The private sector operates differently: According to Segunfunmi, who works in a private energy firm, recruitment exercises in the private sector are different from the public sector. - According to her, many Nigerians have lost faith in government-affiliated ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) like the NNPC because the average Nigerian with no links is hardly able to work there. Daniel F, a staff of an international oil company (IOC), told Nairametrics that the first quarter of a new year is always a great time to hunt for jobs in the energy sector. - It pays to show that you are valuable in your chosen field. Daniel, however, acknowledged that it can be difficult getting a job these days, considering that the available vacancies are always smaller than those interested in getting hired.

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On Stephanie Cole's first day at a new job, a stranger puts her mind ... (WJCT NEWS)

This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series, from the Hidden Brain team, about people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else.

I'm not in a hurry." And it's lasted all these years," Cole said. But the woman looked at her with a kind expression and said, "It's alright. Cole felt a sense of relief when she heard those words. It wasn't long before a woman walked up to her cash register with a Christmas tree ornament that she wanted to buy. I can't remember anything about the transactions.

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This Election Official Is Scared of Doing Her Job in 2023 (Zikoko!)

The Nigerian Voter is a series that seeks to understand the motivations that drive the voting decisions of Nigerians — why they vote, how they choose their ...

Therefore, they should take their PVC and make a conscious decision to elect the right people into power in 2023. I can’t say I have, because all I needed to do was voter accreditation, and that’s usually in the mornings. They’ve both not taken the country to the greener pastures they’ve frequently promised and the presence of a third force is quite unique. People have been dying from the attacks by Boko Haram and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). There’s a register of voters in each polling unit, and the smart card reader would detect if your name is in the register of that polling unit. I’d like to travel to my nativeland and feel safe. Plus, I really just want to vote and do my part as a citizen this year. As a rule of the thumb, election officials count their ballots in everyone’s presence for transparency. They’d then send a text to let you know the dates for training which normally happens for a couple of days. It’s been a while so I’ve forgotten some of the other roles. The money — I didn’t do it for patriotism or anything of the sort. She shared her experiences on the job and what next year’s elections for her would be like.

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You need to be visible to get a job in the energy sector in 2023 ... (NNN)

Nigeria's energy sector is large, with many job openings in the renewable energy and hydrocarbon (oil and gas) sectors.

[IOC](https://nnn.ng/tag/ioc/)), told Nairametrics that the first quarter of a new year is always a good time to look for jobs in the energy sector. It is important to understand that these departments will depend on the size and capacity of the company. [NNPC](https://nnn.ng/tag/nnpc/)) Limited staff member speaking anonymously told Nairametrics that although she is qualified for her job, she had to wait a long time before they finally landed it. The private sector operates differently: According to Segunfunmi, who works at a private energy company, contracting exercises in the private sector are different from those in the public sector. [](https://nnn.ng/#:~:text=bloggers outreach) Daniel, however, acknowledged that it can be difficult to get a job these days, considering that the openings available are always fewer than those interested in being hired.

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On Stephanie Cole's first day at a new job, a stranger puts her mind ... (NPR)

This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series, from the Hidden Brain team, about people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else.

I'm not in a hurry." And it's lasted all these years," Cole said. But the woman looked at her with a kind expression and said, "It's alright. Cole felt a sense of relief when she heard those words. It wasn't long before a woman walked up to her cash register with a Christmas tree ornament that she wanted to buy. I can't remember anything about the transactions.

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Social Security denies disability benefits based on list with jobs from ... (The Washington Post)

Despite spending at least $250 million to modernize its system, Social Security still relies on 45-year-old job titles to deny thousands of disability ...

So in 2012 Social Security signed a contract with the Bureau of Labor Statistics to design a modern system that would help make accurate disability determinations. “Perhaps the Commissioner will read this opinion as an invitation to bring long-awaited and much-needed improvement to this aspect of administrative disability determination.” By 1998, the Labor Department had developed a new database of jobs and what was required to do them. The Dictionary of Occupational Titles was first published in 1938 to help a country pulling out of the Great Depression match workers with jobs. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit, asked in a 2015 You have the gold-standard of federal data, and Social Security is not producing anything.” “The scandal is that everybody wants this data discussed in terms of who will be hurt and who will be helped,” said David Weaver, a former Social Security associate commissioner who helped lead the early effort to modernize. We have enlisted vocational experts to provide more detailed and current information about the jobs available in the national economy, while we continue to work on creating our own occupational data source informed by [the Bureau of Labor Statistics] that best reflects the current job market.” In a statement, she said, “To date, the best available source for occupational information has been the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. The survey is available to the public on the labor bureau’s website. The Department of Labor, which originally compiled the index, abandoned it 31 years ago in a sign of the economy’s shift from blue-collar manufacturing to information and services. The government, using strict vocational rules, assesses someone’s capacity to work and if jobs exist “in significant numbers” that they could still do.

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How to find out what a job really pays even if there are salary ranges (Business Insider)

We live in the era of salary transparency. But finding out what a job really pays is harder than ever. · Salary-transparency laws are increasingly common, but ...

[Research](https://journals.aom.org/doi/10.5465/amj.2017.0617) shows that hiring managers are less likely to hire candidates who ask about salary and perks during job interviews. The researchers theorize that managers only want to employ people who are motivated by the job itself. They're looking for reasons to weed you out." [informational interviews](https://www.businessinsider.com/most-common-job-interview-questions-2015-4) with employees at the company. The discrepancy is in the double digits for many in-demand jobs across the tech and finance sectors. The HR rep might demur and say something like, "That's not information that we disclose," but you can at least try to get a ballpark figure. "It's sometimes hard to get a number," Linda VanDeventer, the VP of the compensation and career-strategies practice at Segal, a consulting firm focused on HR and employee benefits, told Insider. "Instead, ask about their career and get them to open up. Then, explain that you're interviewing at the company and want to talk. [New York](https://www.businessinsider.com/nyc-job-hunters-celebrate-salary-transparency-alert-2022-11), Nevada, Colorado, and Connecticut already have laws that require organizations to advertise a pay range for open positions up-front. Yet [Bloomberg reporting](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-12-19/employers-deflate-salaries-in-job-listings-risking-backlash) suggests that these laws are ineffective. [pay-transparency laws](https://www.businessinsider.com/list-of-states-and-cities-with-pay-transparency-laws-colorado-2022-11#california-1) on the books, but finding out what a job really pays is not always straightforward.

On Stephanie Cole's first day at a new job, a stranger reassures her (NNN)

This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series by the Hidden Brain team about people whose kindness left a lasting impression on another person.

My Unsung Hero is also a podcast – new episodes are released every Tuesday. just having a bad day and things are really bad, you can realize they’re in a bad place and you can say, ‘Okay. [y](https://nnn.ng/videodownload/youtube-downloader/) is part of the My Unsung Hero series by the Hidden Brain team about people whose kindness left a lasting impression on another person. But the woman looked at her with a kind expression and said, “Okay. I can’t remember anything about transactions. “Suddenly I can’t remember anything.

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On Stephanie Cole's first day at a new job, a stranger puts her mind ... (WJCT NEWS)

This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series, from the Hidden Brain team, about people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else.

I'm not in a hurry." And it's lasted all these years," Cole said. But the woman looked at her with a kind expression and said, "It's alright. Cole felt a sense of relief when she heard those words. It wasn't long before a woman walked up to her cash register with a Christmas tree ornament that she wanted to buy. I can't remember anything about the transactions.

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On Stephanie Cole's First Day At A New Job, A Stranger Reassures ... (NNN)

Stephanie Cole was a scared teenager on her first day at a new job. When she froze during a transaction, a customer had some kind words for her.

[On Stephanie Cole’s First Day At A New Job, A Stranger Reassures Her – NPR](https://nnn.ng/on-stephanie-coles-first-day-at-a-new-job-a-stranger-reassures-her-npr/) [Who is Betino? [y](https://nnn.ng/videodownload/youtube-downloader/) at a new job. My Unsung Hero is also a podcast – new episodes are released every Tuesday. just having a bad day and things are really bad, you can realize they’re in a bad place and you can say, ‘Okay. But the woman looked at her with a kind expression and said, “Okay. It wasn’t long before a woman came up to her cash register with a Christmas tree decoration she wanted to buy.

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Japa: How care industry'll create 300 million new jobs worldwide – ILO (Vanguard)

The world body, in its report, highlighted the benefits of investing in care services and policies to alleviate poverty, promote gender equality, and support ...

There should be standards and legislation for the care industry in Nigeria,” she said. The basis of this is to give independence to individuals. “There is the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in the UK, which is empowered to monitor the care sector. “The care industry is heavily regulated. Noting that the care service is a professional service aimed at providing proper care to the elderly, proper training of the care service providers, Olugbodi said, was paramount. women.

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What are career closets? More colleges help cash-strapped ... (Phys.Org)

When Renee Perez has any extra money, she sets it aside for her five children. For the 38-year-old business information technology major at Texas Christian ...

The program was born from a desire to make sure the university met the distinct needs of low-income, first-generation or other nontraditional students. Almost uniformly, students have responded positively to the University of Washington's program. That mirrors Cruzvergara's experiences when she worked at colleges in the District of Columbia metro area, including Georgetown, George Washington and George Mason universities. Wood said the new suit provides him with a "sense of security" when attending formal or business events. Having the right clothes may feel especially urgent for students of color in predominantly white spaces. Perhaps more important: They want to see a sense of confidence from their applicants. He said it wasn't something he grew up with, and buying a suit seemed like a headache to be avoided, especially when he could spend his money on a nice shirt or pair of street shoes instead. "If you require professional dress, or certain things people don't have, you should provide a medium for them to get it." For the uninitiated, it can be overwhelming to figure out where to buy or how much to spend on professional clothing. That was enough to get the program funded, though like any college program, Tasby said it needs money to keep going. The college's program, called Suit Up, is limited to students with financial need, and those who participate in the initiative also take professional development classes. But low-income students also may be blindsided by the cost of fitting into the workplace.

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A Job in This Industry Is Not Only In Demand in 2023 — Our Future ... (Entrepreneur)

Working in the energy industry could have you learn skills or tackle problems like: Solar panel installation; Energy research; Energy technology development ...

Note that most jobs in the energy industry are heavily based on math and science. The sun emits plenty of energy for the world multiple times, but it's not always shining in the sky. The world will continue to need energy in 2023 and beyond. - You want to pursue a stable job with ample opportunities for promotions and advancement. - Petroleum engineer: Petroleum engineers will still be needed in 2023 and beyond as the world pivots from fossil fuels to renewable energy. On top of that, the energy industry will provide ample opportunities for advancement for go-getters and rockstar employees. In addition, the energy industry is home to many secure jobs. On the research side, the world will always need new inventions and ways to access clean energy. If you're craving a little variety in your professional life, the energy industry could be the place to find it. Energy is sure to be even more critical in the years to come than it is now. The same is true if you become an energy consultant or a similar professional. After all, there are dozens of different options and fields you can go into, whether you want to pursue a specific degree or start [job hunting](https://www.entrepreneur.com/living/how-to-job-search-while-youre-still-employed/441302) right off the bat.

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My Unsung Hero: A patient customer eases a woman's first day on ... (Hawaiipublicradio)

A woman recalls how a stranger's patience eased her first day at a new job.

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My Unsung Hero: A patient customer eases a woman's first day on ... (90.5 WESA)

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10 Best 'One Last Job' Movies To Pull You Back In (Collider.com)

'Sexy Beast' (2000). Still from the movie Sexy Beast with Ray Winstone and Sir Ben Kingsley. Beginning his career in the ...

[Se7en](https://collider.com/tag/se7en/) is about the good guys. [Robot and Frank](https://collider.com/tag/robot-and-frank/) has both brains and a heart. [Thunderbolts](https://collider.com/tag/thunderbolts/) director Jake Schreier, the movie makes for a clear 'one last job' film due to the protagonist's age. Starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman, the movie follows a detective on the brink of retirement and one who just moved to the city trying to track down a vicious serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his inspiration. The trope of the over-the-hill gunslingers banding together for one last hurrah has been well-worn in recent years, but none did it better than The Wild Bunch. The blockbuster circles an expert thief who is offered a chance to have his criminal history erased if he successfully infiltrates the subconscious of a wealthy mark, through his dreams. With themes he will circle back to throughout his career, Thief is the perfect starting point for fans of the genre and Mann's work at large. Caan is unflinching in one of the defining roles of his career, displaying both incredible loyalty and threat in his heavily macho role. Starring James Caan, the movie is about a skilled jewel thief who must do one last score to satisfy the needs of a powerful gangster. Set in the Boston neighborhood of Charlestown, the film follows a band of thieves who set out to rob Fenway Park, but things get complicated when one of them develops feelings for a victim of a previous score. A face-off between two of the greatest actors ever during their mid-career apex, Heat proves that "the action is the juice." Beginning his career in the theater, Jonathan Glazer has gone on to become one of the most well-rounded directors there are, having directed theater productions, music videos and successful feature films.

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