It is likely that when you are looking for a job, your main focus will be researching companies, applying to positions, and preparing for interviews. Then: congratulations, you made it through all of that, and you are hired! But now what? Navigating job offers and ensuring that you receive what you want can be...
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Details From the Field: Interview with Maintenance Founder Shirley Grimsley
Kaitlin Dobay
This is an interview between Kaitlin Dobay an Braathe Enterprise intern with Shirley Grimsley founder of Coastal Maintenance. Shirley Grimsley opened a maintenance company on St Simon’s Island in 2006 after owning and working a 2 people painting and paper hanging company for years previously. Not only was she able to keep the company...
A Company-Employee Relationship is a Two Way Street
Kaitlin Dobay
Employee retention and the desire for a candidate to consider applying can ultimately be placed on compensation, but compensation is not only salary but can be the benefits that come along with the employment. Benefits show that companies care about their employees, their well-being, and giving them the tools to achieve future success. Insurance...
Thinking About Asking for a Raise?
Kaitlin Dobay
Whether staying at a company long term, getting more responsibilities, or think your contribution should earn more? Raises are inevitable to want at some point in your career and knowing who, what, when, where, and why are all key to succeeding to obtaining that goal. An easy first step is reading your handbook and...