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Things that People Should Not Mention in Their Resignation Letter

Most people think that writing a resignation letter is easy. They think that they can write anything on their resignation letter. However, even though people will no longer be working in the company after they submit their resignation letter, they should maintain a professional and positive tone. The following are several things that people should not mention in their resignation letter.

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Building a Network to Stay Employed

People who have been out of work for over a year are likely to find it difficult to get a job. According to a recruiter, it is a common thing to exclude applicants who have been out of work for quite some time. To prevent yourself from getting trapped in such a difficult situation, you should prepare yourself and build a network even if you are currently employed. The following are few things that you can do:

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Establishing a Progressive Disciplinary System

Employees are expected to work hard and contribute something positive to the work environment. But the problem is that this is not always what companies get. When employees are performing poorly or showing intolerable attitude, a disciplinary action needs to be taken. To prepare for problems caused by wayward employees, managers need to establish a formal disciplinary system. The system should help employees to improve their performance or adjust their attitude. The system should also provide guidelines and documentation on how to terminate employees that are unable to make the required improvements within a period of time.

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Things to Prepare Before an Interview

When you applied for a job and the employer called you to invite you to an interview, you should prepare yourself well. The interview will be your chance to get hired. The following are few things that you can do to prepare yourself:

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Hiring Job Candidates with Health Risks

Many companies are facing the same problem. The costs of health insurance to cover their employees are always increasing. To prevent the costs of health insurance from rising, some companies decide to avoid hiring job candidates with potential health risks because employees with health problems cost their employers thousands of dollars per year in insurance claims, increased premiums, and missed workdays. The problem is that according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, employers are not allowed to ask job candidates their weight, height, and whether they drink, smoke or have a health issue. One more thing to consider is the fact that people that are morbidly obese and have chronic health problems are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Smokers are not protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act, but their smoking habit may cause health problems such as cancer, heart diseases, or emphysema. These health problems require accommodations according to the law.

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