It sounds like a dream: Living in Hawaii, surrounded by palm trees and fresh tropical fruit, the sound of waves lulling you to sleep. It’s paradise on Earth after all, right? While all of that can be true, there are other factors to consider about living in Hawaii, especially if you’re considering a move [...]
It’s hard to believe the grass is greener anywhere else when you live in Hawaii, where everything is lush and beautiful all the time. However, when it comes to another kind of green—money—it can be tempting to consider moving to the mainland or elsewhere to advance your career. There are risks to making that [...]
As someone who has lived and worked in Hawaii, you know that navigating our state’s unique employment landscape can be challenging. Whether you’ve been in your job for years or are seeking a new opportunity, it’s essential to understand the employment laws that govern our local businesses. Being informed ensures that you’re treated fairly [...]
If you’ve been looking for a new job opportunity for a while, you might start to feel frustrated, like you’ve seen everything before. Would you be surprised to know that some companies don’t post all their open positions online? Would you be even more surprised to know that this is a common practice, or [...]
When you live in Hawaii, most of the people you talk to are tourists who come to our beautiful state for a glimpse of the good life. They’re here for a short time and then go back to their lives, typically on the mainland or in another country. But when it’s time to apply [...]
What are your dreams for your career? Do you have aspirations of running the whole show, being the big boss with the corner office (and the paycheck to match)? If you’re ready and willing to do the hard work, you can achieve those lofty executive goals! Just understand from the beginning that it’s a [...]
If you think all bank employees must be tellers counting cash and all hotel employees must stand behind a desk checking in guests, then you may be closing the door on a wide range of amazing job opportunities. By thinking of retail, service, or financial companies with such a narrow mindset, you'd have no idea [...]
Calling 2020 a "rough year" is an understatement. In a period marked by the advent of COVID-19, and underscored by sweeping societal change, many students found their post-graduation plans put on hold or canceled altogether. In fact, the labor participation rate for recent grads fell from 86% in 2019 to 78% in 2020. As we emerge from the [...]
It should come as no surprise, but the field of information technology is the fastest growing industry in the United States. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, this industry will experience 11% over the next decade, outpacing everything else. The outlook for IT jobs located specifically in Hawaii is in lockstep with the international outlook. [...]
Job searching after a major life change is difficult, but it does demonstrate initiative and drive.
