Companies offer various perks in an effort to attract and retain employees, but those perks may also be an attempt to influence the behavior of workers, writes Elizabeth C. Tippett, a University of Oregon Law School associate professor. In this commentary, she suggests that perks help the "nanny employer" control and monitor employees. The Conversation (US) (4/25) How your job can spark joy People apply Marie Kondo's principles to their career by creating opportunities on the job to do more of what they love, writes career coach Adunola Adeshola. Realizing what sparks joy during their work day and what doesn't also helps position people for their next career move. Forbes (4/25)
Making the Connection
Why you want to build a professional network Cultivating a professional network of past and present colleagues and contacts made through industry associations keeps people in the loop about job opportunities before they're advertised, writes Diana Rodriguez. These networks also serve as a source of mentorships and references. ClearanceJobs (4/29)
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The Landscape
Survey: Stress causes people to cry at work Stress is placing such a strain on US workers that nearly half say they have cried on the job, according to a new survey. Fortunately, 50% of respondents said they are more likely to seek mental health help. Fast Company online (4/29)
Your Next Challenge
Labor shortage dispels job-hunt myths The tight labor market is challenging several long-held beliefs about the job search, writes Russ Wiles. These ideas include that higher-paying positions take a long time to fill and transitioning to a new industry is almost impossible. The Arizona Republic (Phoenix) (tiered subscription model) (4/28)Advice for older workers who lose their jobs People who are laid off after age 50 and wait too long to find a new position are less likely to retain their earning power, writes Morey Stettner. They should consider self-employment if their skills and expertise could attract a large enough clientele. MarketWatch (4/27)
Balancing Yourself
The triple threat that triples heart disease risk A German study that followed 2,000 people with high blood pressure finds those who experienced poor sleep and stressful jobs were three times as likely to die from heart disease. Researchers say the findings support demands for employers to do more to address these problems with workplace programs. U.S. News & World Report (4/29)
The long-anticipated movie "Avengers: Endgame" by Disney's Marvel Studios has made approximately $1.2 billion in ticket sales around the world -- the superhero movie grossed $350 million in the US. This is the largest box office results ever for a film in its opening weekend. CBS News (4/28)
What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.
