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Are You on an Employer Block List?

Block lists are not often discussed, but they can be problematic for job seekers who want to return to an employer. Who makes the decision, and what is its basis? Is it permanent, set in stone for all time, or can it expire after some time? In what circumstances will a returnee know this is the situation, and is there a procedure to review this designation?

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Why Negotiating Your Salary is a Must

I’ll admit it. When I started working, I didn’t know you could negotiate a salary. I thought the number in the offer letter was carved in stone. Employers give, and you take with no conversation around it. But when I became a recruiter, I was shocked when a candidate pushed back, and my boss was okay with it: companies actually expect you to negotiate. 


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