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The Watercooler Blog is full of workplace tips and trends related to employee retention, engagement, interviewing and more. The Watercooler is frequently refilled, so gather ‘round often.

An Economic Outlook on Las Vegas

Las Vegas, located in southern Nevada, is famous for its entertainment and gaming industry. It is no surprise, therefore, that the major industries are tourism and gambling. The major companies based in Las Vegas include the entertainment hospitality giants such as Las Vegas Sands Corporation, Caesars Entertainment, and Wynn Resorts. The metro area has a [...]

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Crafting a Resume to Impress Hiring Managers

Demonstrating how you stand apart from the competition is key to landing your next job – and it all starts with the right resume. Your resume is the door opener to the next step on your job search: landing an interview and ensuring your spot as a top contender for the position on the table. [...]

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Using LinkedIn: Start Connecting Now!

Connections and networking have always been key elements of successful job hunt strategies. In today’s increasingly competitive market, maintaining a profile on the social/business site LinkedIn should be a key element in your successful career path plan.LinkedIn is not just another Facebook – so don’t confuse the two. Think of LinkedIn as Facebook’s more professional [...]

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How to Model Effective Time Management

We all wish we had more time in a day. The productive use of time requires realistic expectations and a disciplined plan. A leader who models such a skill will encourage others to do the same. Effective time management ensures that tasks are completed, stress is minimized, and there is adequate time for other activities. [...]

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Ending 2013 Successfully: Quarter 4 Tips

So … where did this year go? Now that the fourth quarter has begun and a new year – and business plan – are imminent, where do you stand in meeting your 2013 objectives? As you break the year into quarters, or “90 day runs,” the end of the third one is particularly significant. It’s time [...]

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