Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Labor unions have been a cornerstone of worker rights and collective bargaining for over a century. In recent years, however, their influence has declined, sparking a debate about their relevance in today’s economy. This week, I delved into the world of labor unions, examining their impact on employees, employers, and society as a whole. My…

My relationship with stress is up and down. Over the years I have dealt with it in healthy ways and some very unhealthy ways. I think part of maturing is realizing what makes you tick and how you respond to adverse circumstances. Without challenges in life, you wouldn’t grow as a person and you wouldn’t…

Compensation, in the form of salaries, bonuses, and other forms of rewards, is often seen as a mere means to an end – a way to pay our bills and afford the things we desire. However, compensation plays a far more significant role in our lives than simply providing financial security. It can also be…

The most beneficial training I have ever taken was a leadership development program that I attended as part of my internship this summer at JE Dunn. The program was designed to help me develop the skills and knowledge I needed to be a more effective leader. The program was led by a team of experienced…

What makes for an effective and ineffective interview? Reliability refers to the consistency of the interview process. This means that different interviewers should ask the same questions and use the same scoring system to evaluate candidates. This helps to ensure that all candidates are being treated fairly and that the hiring decision is not based…

Hilton is a well known hospitality conglomerate that serves customers internationally looking for a place to stay. So it has to be a nightmare to work for, right? Not according to it’s employee’s. Multiple employee’s report that working at Hilton feels like a family, and they don’t feel like a “number” there. What this tells…

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