Interview Questions, Answered: ‘What Are Your Salary Expectations?’

While a job can be a significant source of accomplishment and satisfaction in your life, it’s also the primary way you earn money. That’s money you use to pay your bills, save for the future, and spend on whatever you …

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The Idealist Guide to Understanding Employee Benefits

Here is a short list of some common benefits currently being offered at many organizations across the sector. Take a read through to understand what each benefit means, as well as what questions to ask (and what you may want …

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Trick or Treat! It’s the Idealist Career Advice Candy Bowl

Here at Idealist, we’re embracing the sweeter side of the season and getting into the October spirit! 

We surveyed our team to find out their answers to some spooky career questions. But we’ve got no tricks here, only bite-sized career …

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Take-Home Pay Calculator: Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Paycheck

Gen Z’ers care about their salaries, and for good reason. They’re growing up in a time of high inflation rates. Rent, grocery prices, and other living expenses are rising nationwide. They’re not looking for higher salaries because they’re just money-focused. …

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Early career starting salaries for students jump 7.4% as hires increase 31.6%

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) is reporting a massive improvement in the U.S. job market for college and university students and recent graduates.

The overall average starting salary for Class of 2022 graduates is up 7.4 percent …

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How to Answer Desired Salary Questions on Job Applications

During the application for just about any job, you’re likely to be asked about your desired salary. Often, you’ll even be asked multiple times. 

This question can stress job seekers. If you give away your desired salary too early, the …

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Not Sure What You Should Be Making at Your First Job? Here’s How to Figure Out the Right Number to Aim for

Launching your career by landing your first full-time job can be thrilling, but there might be one small thing you’re not so sure about as you wait to hear the words, “You’re hired!”: Money.

How do you know what to …

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Why Employers Respect Candidates Who Negotiate

Negotiation is a skill that employers respect, even if they don’t necessarily have the wiggle room in the company’s budget to pay you what you’re asking. But negotiating is one of those things that’s easier explained than done. Negotiating can …

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Top 20 U.S. metro areas for diverse students, grads to find jobs

As a diverse student or recent graduate, finding the perfect job in a welcoming and inclusive environment can be challenging. It’s essential to consider not only the job market but also the culture and opportunities available in a city before …

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The Best Regions and States for Employer Benefits

Benefits packages can vary widely by employer and location. However, a new Forage study finds the East North Central region of the U.S. — which consists of Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin — provides the best employee benefits in …

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