Getting ready for that interview? Here are several things to keep in mind.
Studies have shown that most interviewers make up their mind within the first four minutes (or less) of the interview. Much of their decision will be based on non-verbal signals they pick up from you.
So how do you make the most of those first four minutes? Here are several ...
By now you’ve probably read many articles about covid-19 and you may not even be certain that you want to read one more!
But if you do have a little time to spare some of these ideas might be useful for you.
First: Create a routine for yourself. One of the most unsettling things about the pandemic is the uncertainty ...
We stopped by and gave some of our City of Plant City employees some goodies to “Beat The Heat” and thank them for their hard work.
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This month’s article is going to be about self-talk. What a coincidence! Now, I don’t know about you, but this Covid-19 quarantine has got me talking to myself a lot more than usual!
If you’re new to the idea of self-talk, self-talk refers to the ongoing dialogue that most of us have with ourselves as we go about the business of the day. Self-talk by its very nature can be useful and encouraging, or it can be demoralizing and oftentimes destructive. ...
As we anticipate turning the corner soon and begin to reopen America it is understandable that there are going to be many new or unknown circumstances occurring in the workplace. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions as it relates to hiring, re-hiring and overall pandemic preparedness in the workplace, however, we have included a link for the full publication along with another useful publication posted by the EEOC. Please remember that guidance is continuously changing as the pandemic evolves so all ...
Thank you for all you do!
We know it is a tough time in the world right now and we want you to know that we are thinking of you. Below you will find some useful resources as well as inspiring stories we have found. Thanks for all you do to represent Ad-Vance. We are in this together!
A middle school ...
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By Breanne Williams in the Plant City Observer (October 24, 2019)
Richard Lilyquist was hired last week as City Manager Bill McDaniel’s second assistant city manager.
City Manager Bill McDaniel officially has his team fleshed out now, thanks to the hiring last week of Richard Lilyquist as his second assistant city manager.
City commissioners unanimously agreed to hire Lilyquist to McDaniel’s team during the commission meeting on Oct. 14. It’s been a long time coming. ...
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Please see the following workplace resources for information on stopping the spread and staying safe from Covid-19.
7 Steps to Prevent the Spread of Covid-19 (PDF)
Read the CDC Fact Sheet (PDF)
Coronavirus Disease 2019, also known as COVID-19, has been taking the world by storm. Ad-Vance continues to monitor the CDC and WHO for the most accurate information on the status of the disease and treatment.
We will make decisions involving those with communicable diseases based ...
Business meetings have a bad rap. They’re often the time-wasting punchline of jokes and sitcoms. The biggest cause behind this perception is unproductive meetings. As a manager, it’s up to you to make sure your meetings are efficient, interesting, and productive for all involved. Here are a few tips to get the ...
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