Recent Posts by Amanda Villareal
Unique gives back to local organizations
As part of our commitment to give back to the community, Unique donated more than $17, 000 to three charitable organizations here in the Coastal Bend through its Blue Jean Friday initiative. Organizations receiving donations were New Life Refuge, CASA of the Coastal Bend, and Corpus Christi Metro Ministries. Like the idea of Casual Day,Continue Reading
Hurricane Preparedness: What’s the plan at work?
With hurricane season upon us, it’s essential to prepare by stocking up on supplies, determining potential risks, checking insurance, and developing an evacuation plan. Being prepared also applies to the workplace, as employers are responsible for providing an evacuation plan that ensures workers can get to safety if a hurricane affects the area. According toContinue Reading
Summer help and child labor laws
The summer months are here, and teenagers are looking for ways to earn extra money and gain valuable work experience during their vacations, while some businesses are looking to fill possible labor shortages they might have. It’s a promising time for both sides, but when hiring minors for part-time or entry-level positions, it’s important toContinue Reading
Heat-related Illness and the workplace
Summer is in full swing and for many laborers, that means having to work in hot indoor and outdoor environments over a long period of time. Being exposed to such conditions can heat-related illnesses that can cause physical harm and even death. These risks are not for the employee alone as the employers must beContinue Reading
Interview Questions: Answering “What Are Your Greatest Weaknesses?”
What are your greatest weaknesses? For job candidates, an interview can be a nervous situation. You can’t know every question coming your way, but there are some that employers routinely ask that you can prepare for. One tricky and intimidating example is being asked to identify your weaknesses. While you might be expecting it, beingContinue Reading
