If you’re a small business owner, you know one thing is true – once you’ve got your business going and you are on the right way to even bigger success, you cannot afford any mistakes. Investments in your further work are obligatory, if you want to continue the good work. Connections that you make with
Are you bored in your current role, but aren’t quite sure how to get promoted? Do you look at your boss and think you could do his/her job? Perhaps you’re already thinking of the next move. The most obvious route for career progression is still the tried and tested linear approach, where you strive to
Your bedroom’s a tip, your desk is in disarray, to-do lists are futile and the paperwork’s piling up. But it’s OK to excuse your absentmindedness– you’re a creative; disorganization is just a part of the unstructured approach you need to keep the ideas flowing. Co-workers should cut you some slack; from the chaos you’ll deliver innovative
Q: Two years ago, our department got a new director who came from another business. “Rick” gradually brought in more employees from his previous company, and they now make up a rather large group. These people all enjoy socializing and often attend parties and ballgames together. After awhile, I began to notice that Rick’s friends
HARTFORD, Conn. — Richard Trusz, a former UBS employee in Hartford who sued after he was fired in 2008, won a victory at the State Supreme Court Monday. The court, in a unanimous decision, ruled that employees who make arguments at work about matters of public concern are protected by state law against retaliation —
If you’re just graduating college or stuck in an unfulfilling job, chances are you’re searching for that next chapter in life. Ideally, you want a position that has meaning and adds something to the world rather than just paying the bills (although hopefully it does that too!). While working in a coffee shop might be
Business writer Tom Peters once said, “A career is a portfolio of projects that teach you new skills, gain you new expertise, develop new capabilities, grow your colleague set, and constantly reinvent you as a brand.” At the heart of expanding your social graph and reinventing yourself is an unquenchable desire to learn—a mindset that
General Information Welcome to the New York City Office of Labor Relations Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This site is designed to give city employees and their dependents information regarding EAP services, answers to frequently asked questions, and an array of other relevant information. The City of New York offers its employees and their dependents
NEW YORK— Mayor Bill de Blasio, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, and MTA Chairman Tom Prendergast today announced that an agreement has been reached on the remaining funding for the MTA Capital Program. New York State has committed to provide $8.3 billion, and New York City has committed to provide $2.5 billion. The program, which totals $26.1 billion, outlines the
The Paralympics at Sochi kicks off on March 7, just weeks after the conclusion of the Olympic games. Together, these events show the breadth and passion so many of us feel for sport. At the Paralympics, competitions will include Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, a biathlon, ice sled hockey, and wheelchair curling. Whether your personal best
Mayor Bill de Blasio: Thank you. Thank you so much, everyone. I want to thank my good friend Alexander for all he does with the community here in the United States and all around the world. I want to thank everyone who helped to organize this event, including the World Forum of Russian-Speaking Jewry, the
Mayor’s Fund partners with Borough Park Jewish Community Center, American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, Council Member Brad Lander, other elected officials to support victim’s families, affected residents, local businesses New Yorkers can contribute to Borough Park Relief Fund at nyc.gov/bprelief NEW YORK—The Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City today
Mayor Bill de Blasio: Thank you. Thank you. Good morning, recruits. Recruits: Good morning, Sir. Mayor: Alright, good, lively group. Now, I want to thank, first of all, Lieutenant Giorgio, who does these ceremonies so well – thank you, Lieutenant, for your leadership. Recruits, I want to tell you it is an honor to
Mayor Bill de Blasio: Thank you, Chief Gala. I want to thank the [inaudible] leadership of this department – Commissioner Nigro, First Deputy Commissioner Turner, Chief of Department Leonard – for their leadership. I want to thank those who represent the men and women who do this work every day – Steve Cassidy, President of
Plan follows recommendations by the Mayor’s Task Force on Immigrant Health Care Access New program aims to expand access to health care beyond the Affordable Care Act NEW YORK— Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to improve health care access for the city’s immigrant population, making New York City one of the first
Mayor Bill de Blasio: Well, this is a very, very good day. I’m so proud to have been here to swear in 678 new recruits. It is a tremendous honor to lead them through their oath of office – as you can see, a wonderful new generation of police officers joining this force. And as
NEW YORK— Mayor Bill de Blasio, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, and MTA Chairman Tom Prendergast today announced that an agreement has been reached on the remaining funding for the MTA Capital Program. New York State has committed to provide $8.3 billion, and New York City has committed to provide $2.5 billion. The program, which totals $26.1 billion, outlines
de Blasio administration ensures every NYC domestic violence victim and their children have access to comprehensive resources and services in one location NEW YORK—A Family Justice Center is coming to Staten Island. Mayor Bill de Blasio, First Lady Chirlane McCray, Commissioner Rosemonde Pierre-Louis of the Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence and Acting Staten Island
—All Five Boroughs Offer Festive Events and Activities throughout the Month of October— New York City (September 29, 2015) — NYC & Company, New York City’s official marketing, tourism and partnership organization, encourages local residents and visitors to enjoy all of the festive and spooky Halloween activities New York City has to offer this month.
Watch and Engage: Mayor de Blasio announces Equity and Excellency: Reforms to raise achievement across all public schools Watch Mayor Bill de Blasio present new reforms to achieve excellence and equity across all New York City public schools. The vision is a school system that begins earlier to give kids a solid foundation; makes rigorous
