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Health and Safety Employers - Zinny Factor
Entrepreneur's Workplace

What Do Employers Have To Do Regarding Health and Safety in the US

As you may know, health and safety in the workplace is a vast topic that affects many industries, including manufacturing, construction, utilities, and others. And as an employee who is looking for a job or a company hiring new employees, it’s something you’ll want to understand better.

Working conditions are much more than just a few simple rules about staying safe on the job; laws are in place to ensure the safety of every employee. As such, there are numerous things that employers need to do regarding Health and Safety in the US. This blog post will go over everything you need to know about health and safety in the workplace.

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Is Medicine Right for You - Zinny Factor
Getting Ahead

Is a Future in Medicine Right for You?

We live in a world where there are a lot of illnesses, medicine, injuries, and a lot of people who need medical help, so it’s not surprising that you’re thinking about a job in the medical field.

However, because of the high level of physical and mental stress associated with almost all of the professions in the healthcare industry, this may not be the best career option for you.

Here are a few things to consider before deciding whether or not a career in medicine is the best choice for you.

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Neglecting Your health Workplace - Zinny Factor
Career Change, Entrepreneur's Workplace, Getting Ahead

Stop Neglecting Your Health In The Workplace

This may come as a shock: Desk jobs can significantly shorten your life expectancy. It is time for a wake-up call. Your workplace can affect your physical and mental health in ways you may not realize.

Indoor air quality, for instance, can be a source of worries. Did you know that the office air could be dirtier than the air in the street? Just because you can’t see pollution and harmful particles, it doesn’t mean they are not there. Heavy workload is another common issue that can contribute to damaging your work/life balance.

Overworked professionals feel isolated from any supportive network, either friends or relatives. They are also more vulnerable to burnout and nervous breakdown. Unfortunately, as an employee, both air quality and workload are out of your control.

With the rise in working from home, it’s even more important to take your health seriously. However, there are healthy choices that you can make for yourself to make your experience of the workplace healthier. 

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Health Care Industry - Zinny Factor
Career Change, Getting Ahead

Finding A Good Career In Healthcare

If you are someone who likes to care for people, then you might be keen to try and make that a part of your life by turning it into a career. Many people who are like this tend to go to the world of healthcare, as that is such a great way to make sure that you are making the most of your good caring ability.

Of course, there are many careers you can pursue in healthcare, and no matter which one you go for you will want to put your all into it. But how do you find a good career first and foremost?

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Become a Hairdresser - Zinny Factor
Entrepreneur's Workplace

Job profile: What Does It Take To Become A Hairdresser?

If you ask a lot of young kids what they want to do when they grow up, you might be surprised to see that hairdressing is up there. It’s easy to see why this career choice is so appealing. It’s a great way to make people feel good about themselves and to make difference to their lives. It’s also a way to develop creative and technical skills.

You can take it to high levels as well and with experience you can enter into competitions, or work with elite clients, thus making it an interesting career path to take. Of course there are certain qualities that really suit the profession and you will need adequate training. Here is some advice on how to become a hairdresser. 

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freelancer - Zinny Factor
Entrepreneur's Workplace

5 Important Things To Keep in Mind Before Becoming a Freelancer

When you’re frustrated with your boss, your job, your career and your commute the life of a freelancer can seem idyllic. Think of it! Waking up and rolling out of bed, enjoying a leisurely breakfast before strolling to your desk to start your day while others are scrambling through rush hour traffic or embarking on their maddening commute with a cold piece of toast clamped between their teeth. 

Yet, while the life of a freelancer certainly has its advantages, it also comes with its fair share of caveats. If you’re serious about becoming a freelancer and making a living from your talents, here are some things you’ll need to keep in mind.

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Career That Helps Others - Zinny Factor
Inspiration

A Guide To Building A Career That Really Helps Others

So, you want to build a career that really helps others. Good for you! It takes guts to go for a career that might not be the ‘fanciest’ or even the highest paid, but one that makes a difference in the lives of those who need it. Here, you’ll find some advice on the careers you could go for. It may take time, but you can be sure that it’ll be worth it in the end! 

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Mental Health Professional
Career Change, Getting Ahead, Getting Started

How To Start A Career As A Mental Health Professional

It’s only been in the last couple of years that we’ve really started to understand the importance of mental health. In the past, people didn’t really know that much about mental health issues and that means they didn’t understand how important it is to talk about issues and seek help from a professional if necessary.

Increased awareness means that more people are getting the help that they need, and that’s great. However, that does raise another issue. There is a big lack of resources out there because there isn’t enough funding and there aren’t enough properly trained mental health professionals out there.

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Mental Health Therapist - Zinny Factor
Inspiration, Lifestyle

We Need to Talk More About Mental Health And Finding A Therapist

Mental health discussion has been a huge topic of late including the need to speak with a therapist. It’s real and needs to be discussed because it’s invisible. And just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there.

Do you often go to work and feel a huge burden on your shoulders? Do you feel as though you are mentally incapable of changing your predicament? Or are you dealing with anxiety? These are just a few signs to encourage you to take care of YOU.

Knowing more about your psyche can be a gateway to discovering your strengths and with this knowledge, you can be able to use your emotions to empathize with colleagues or clients. Feeling authentic and open at work has been reported to lead to better performance, employee retention, engagement, and improved wellbeing.

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