When Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced several weeks ago that the 2014-2015 school year would signal the first time non-white students represent a majority in America’s public schools, it marked a watershed moment for the country’s increasingly diverse population. But even as minority enrollment in schools has skyrocketed over the last two decades, the…
DetailsHow the law banning employers from asking about previous compensation could impact your job search. Job seekers in Massachusetts will no longer have to disclose their salary history to prospective employers in order to be considered for a job, thanks to a new pay equity law signed this week. The law, which goes into effect…
DetailsA client of mine is a multinational company with a vibrant, fast paced culture has been through the ringer lately. We talked about the talent issues they are dealing with, which were precipitated by losing two big accounts. The hit to income and profits distracted the CEO, and eventually, after months, led to a restructuring…
DetailsGo ahead, ask. Just take this advice from negotiation experts first. Good. You probably should. Chances are, your boss isn’t going to walk up to you, throw her hand on your shoulder and say: “Hey, we have some extra cash. What do you say to a 5 percent – actually, let’s make it 7 percent – raise?” You’ve got…
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