Startup offers a chance to job hop for a day Hoppin is a startup that allows people seeking a new career or ways to improve performance to job shadow someone for one day. Following a launch in New York City, Hoppin plans to expand nationwide. Forbes (5/15)Poll results: Did you do a mid-career change? Younger baby boomers, which are those most likely still in the work force, average nearly 12 jobs in their career, half of which are between ages 18 to 24, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. New poll question next week.
5 tips for effective public speaking Don't pause to focus on nerves or mistakes during a presentation, writes Colette Sexton. Move on by feigning confidence until you've connected with the audience via eye contact and humor. Image (Ireland) (5/14)
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Gen X workers may need caregiver benefits Employers should consider policies and benefits aimed at helping Generation X workers who increasingly are responsible for caregiver duties at home and are the least financially secure, compared with baby boomers and millennials, said MetLife's Bradd Chignoli. Caregiver leave, flexible work schedules and locations, disability insurance, financial wellness programs and voluntary benefits are some of the options for helping caregivers in the workplace. Employee Benefit News (free registration) (5/21)
These 16 jobs match the personality types identified by the Myers-Briggs test, writes Marina Nazario. The test focuses on eight characteristics, including sociability, approach to problem solving and emotional makeup. Business Insider (5/23)
This July, Lionsgate will open up a theme park with more than two dozen rides and virtual reality experiences in a 10-story-high building on Hengqin Island in Zhuhai, China. The rides are based on several of the entertainment company's popular films, such as "Twilight," "Hunger Games," "Now You See Me" and more. The Associated Press (5/22)
I don't think anybody should write his autobiography until after he's dead.
