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To kick off 2020, we are proud to announce six internal promotions in both our New York City and Los Angeles offices. The following employees have received new and exciting promotions at Abacus Group: Sara Bouley, Christopher Cook, Marty Fredo, Jeff Hershfield, Stacie Keslinger, and Nikki Snell.

It’s one week into the new year and therefore time to get moving on your goals and resolutions. Many people challenge themselves personally, but making professional goals is just as important.

The holiday season is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean your work duties disappear. It can be tough balancing your personal to-dos with your professional projects, so taking an organized approach is key.

In an age where professionals are expected to be more than a resume, building a brand for yourself is vital.

All benefits packages look different, specifically when it comes to paid time off. Some companies break down your days to personal, vacation, and sick time, while others lump them all together.

When preparing for an interview, most candidates focus on position-specific questions and don’t think much about the standard, get-to-know-you questions that are asked in every interview.

Once or twice a semester, college campuses host career fairs where hundreds of company representatives come to network with students. These events can lead to industry connections as well as job and internship opportunities, so attending them, especially in your Junior and Senior year, is a must.

Training new employees can be daunting and overwhelming but is crucial for their lasting success at your company. The previous experiences of the new staff will affect what you teach them, but how you teach them is just as important.

Getting a job offer is very exciting but it comes with the unpleasant task of telling your current employer you’ll be leaving. Regardless of if it is your first or fifth time resigning, it is always a daunting conversation.

It is normally not until people start looking for a new job that they take the time to assess their online image. However, keeping up your digital appearance, regardless of if you are looking to leave your current position or not, can connect you with new professionals to build your network and even open the door to your dream job in the future.