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Amanda Kay

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Canada, Ontario
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Employment specialist and syndicated career journalist. I help others find jobs, create resumes, change careers, learn new skills, and manage their money.

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Amanda Kay is an Employment Specialist and syndicated Career and Personal Finance writer from Ontario, Canada. Bylines include MSN, AP Wire, and BLOX Digital. She helps others find jobs, facilitate career changes, and learn about money, personal development, and more.

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How do you land one of 33M open jobs in US? Follow these tips | WRAL TechWire

How do you land one of 33M open jobs in US? Follow these tips | WRAL TechWire

There are approximately 33-million job openings in the United States this month. And while some job searches …

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Asking Santa To Put a New Job Under The Tree? Here's Help

Asking Santa To Put a New Job Under The Tree? Here's Help

There are approximately 33-million job openings in the United States this month. And while some job searches …

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Asking Santa To Put a New Job Under The Tree? Here's Help

Asking Santa To Put a New Job Under The Tree? Here's Help

There are approximately 33-million job openings in the United States this month. And while some job searches …

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"Shift Shock" Can Turn A New Job Into A Total Nightmare - But It Doesn't Have To

"Shift Shock" Can Turn A New Job Into A Total Nightmare - But It Doesn't Have To

Due to wages not keeping up with the rising costs of inflation and companies starting to end remote working o…

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No cash for Christmas? How to manage so even Scrooge would approve

No cash for Christmas? How to manage so even Scrooge would approve

The holiday season is here, but so is inflation. For some, this is the most wonderful time of year. But if yo…

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No Cash for Christmas? How To Manage So Even Scrooge Would Approve

No Cash for Christmas? How To Manage So Even Scrooge Would Approve

The holiday season is here, but so is inflation.

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How to Answer "Why Do You Want to Work Here?" So They Say Yes Every Time

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By Amanda Kay
| My Life, I Guess...
Asking questions is one of the most important aspects of any job interview. These simple statements let you – and your potential new boss – know if you are where you should be, or if you need a change of direction. Why do you want to work here? It’s a great question to ask of yourself, regardless of where you are in your career. And it is something you will likely be asked in an interview. Why Is This Question Asked In Interviews? Properly assessing potential applicants is no easy task.
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Stuck in a Boring Job? 10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Feel Productive

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By Amanda Kay
| My Life, I Guess...
It’s not uncommon to feel bored at work. Most of us fall into a routine where one day blends into the next. Whether you are working from home, in an office, or at a worksite, doing the same thing day after day can become boring after a while. Studies have shown that boredom is an important part of our daily lives and that it can actually be good for you. Idle time gives you and your brain a chance to rest.
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The Surprising Truth Behind Employees Fear of Using PTO

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By Amanda Kay
| Parent Portfolio
People are increasingly paying more attention to how their jobs affect their health. They want a healthier work-life balance that includes more paid time off (PTO) and are willing to change jobs to get paid sick days and more vacation time. As a result, companies have been re-evaluating their PTO and vacation policies. While some are offering more, roughly half of the workers in America don’t use all of their time off. And this has been happening long before the pandemic hit.
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