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First Day at a New Job? Here’s How to Prepare

September 17, 2024

It’s official: the job search is over and you’re now with the new company. Woot-woot! But the joy can be spoiled by first-day scares. What should I pack? What if I make a stupid comment to a new colleague? Or worse — embarrass myself in front of the new boss? Get all set for having a fabulous first day at a new job with our guide.

How to Prepare for Your First Day at a New Job

As they say: Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. To have a great first day you should:

Prepare paperwork, outfit, lunch, and other personal items.
Plan your route and confirm start time and access instructions
Make a list of questions to ask about the company
Be ready to learn and interact a lot.

Below are our best tips for an amazing first day at a new job:

Have a Structured Evening Before

Figuring out what you’ll need to bring the night before greatly reduces the stress in the morning.…

The Climate Message Needs to Change: Here’s How

July 23, 2024

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I’ve spent almost two weeks reviewing recent surveys on attitudes toward energy and climate change. During that time I’ve lambasted the climate movement for its poorly thought out messaging strategy. Not to be thought of as someone who simply acts as a critic, today it’s time to offer an alternative strategy. Here are five recommendations to create a more effective..
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The ADVANCE Act—Legislation Crucial for a U.S. Nuclear Renaissance—Clears Congress. Here’s a Detailed Breakdown

June 20, 2024

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The U.S. Senate has passed the Accelerating Deployment of Versatile, Advanced Nuclear for Clean Energy (ADVANCE) Act, sweeping legislation that seeks to promote U.S. nuclear leadership, accelerate advanced nuclear technology […]

The post The ADVANCE Act—Legislation Crucial for a U.S. Nuclear Renaissance—Clears Congress. Here’s a Detailed Breakdown appeared first on POWER Magazine.

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Facing More Responsibility at Work for The Same Pay? Here’s How to Respond

December 21, 2022

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Inflation and the rising cost of living literally leave less money in our pockets. But what about your job? Does the compensation still feel fair? If you’ve been dealing with a bump in responsibilities, but no equivalent increase in compensation, this post advises you on what to do.

Can My Employer Give Me More Responsibility Without More Pay?

Yes, legally your employer can increase your range of responsibilities without increasing your compensation. But it’s not an appropriate thing to do. Employees should be fairly compensated for extra responsibilities since they usually require more effort and skill to do. This is usually called “horizontal career growth” and it includes a salary bump.

Last year, employers increased salaries for executives, management, professional, and support staff by 3% on average. That’s after an average 2.7% increase in 2021.

However, more responsibilities may not always lead to higher pay. For example, you may not get an immediate salary increase if you took extra responsibilities:

As part of a training or development program
Temporarily to cover for another person
As part of your performance improvement plan (PIB)

In general, everyone’s situation is different.…

Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Here’s How To Decide

September 4, 2022

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You’ve been interviewing for a job, and finally, got the perfect offer. You gladly accept it and submit your resignation letter to your boss and HR. Then a few days later, your boss wants to meet. They tell you that you are an asset to the team and they don’t want to see you go. After some back and forth, they throw out a counteroffer that’s hard to resist.

Now what: should you accept a counteroffer or move on to the new company? This post will help you figure out the best course of action.

Should You Accept a Counteroffer?

The decision to accept a counteroffer from your current employer is yours to make. But you might understand the pros and cons of doing so. On the pro side, you get to keep your old (and hopefully, loved) job and a bigger paycheck. On the con side, if money weren’t the only reason for leaving, you’ll likely get back to interviewing within a year or so. …

Homeowners Learned a Lot in 2021; Here’s What They’re Looking For in 2022

December 13, 2021

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The events of the past year and a half have irrevocably changed the way we live, especially at home. Pandemic-related restrictions and lifestyle changes have greatly increased the amount of time Americans spend at home—at one point, more than 50% of the population spent more than 18 hours in their homes. Rising energy costs and worsening weather patterns caused by climate change have also sprung a new set of challenges on homeowners, and their impacts will only continue to increase in the coming year.

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These changes are likely here to stay, and the next year will see American homeowners continue to adapt and adjust their lifestyles to meet these new challenges. As we look toward the new year, there are a few changes we predict homeowners will likely make to save energy, reduce energy costs, and increase their safety while at home.

Energy Resiliency is Now a ‘Must’

There has been a fundamental shift in the meaning of home. Weather continues to become more extreme and unpredictable and, as a result, power outages will increase.…