Job Tips

COVID-19

People who are recovering from COVID-19 no longer need to remain isolated for five days after symptoms end, according to new guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. March 2, 2024.

Those sick with COVID-19 should stay at home and away from others until at least 24 hours after symptoms get better and they don't have a fever, without medication, according to updated guidance from the CDC.

"Today's announcement reflects the progress we have made in protecting against severe illness from COVID-19," CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen said in a statement. "However, we still must use the commonsense solutions we know work to protect ourselves and others from serious illness from respiratory viruses -- this includes vaccination, treatment, and staying home when we get sick."

The CDC said during those five days after you are feeling better and without a fever you should still wear a well-fitting mask, keep distance from others, get tested and use enhanced hygiene practices.

It was also noted that the guidelines were intended for community settings, not health care setting, like hospitals or nursing homes, where the same five-day isolation guidance remains.

Click the COVID-19 Vaccinations button for more information. Or go to the following website to get the booster: gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov.

Safe and Best Practices Workforce Information

​We have learned CDC guidelines on how to live safely with the virus. We must continue to follow the guidelines to help curve the spikes and save lives.

  • Continue to wear a mask in large crowd when indoors.
  • If you don't like to wear a mask indoors, keep a mask with you just in case someone nearby you begins coughing or sneezing then you can put your mask on.
  • Increase ventilating indoors by cracking a window or door for fresh air.
  • Continue to wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for 20-30 seconds.
  • Dry your hands thoroughly, moisturize hands after washing so they do not become dry and cracked.
  • Use hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available.
  • If you test positive please practice COVID -19 guidelines.
  • If you must shake hands use hand sanitizer to clean your hands afterwards.
  • Disinfect highly used surfaces such as doorknobs, tables, desks, light switches, stair handrails. and soap and hand sanitizer dispensers often.

Go on many interviews in your industry to learn how to ace a job interview. Interviewing is a skill. Focus on looking the interviewer in the eye or the tip of their nose. Remember that first impressions are everlasting. Think about what skills need to be improved on your end.

Are you dressing to impress? Are you wearing appropriate jewelry? One pair of earrings are appropriate for interviews and work. If your job permits you to wear a nose ring, one small post is appropriate. Hand rings should be limited to one ring per hand. Refer to employee handbook for dress code specific to your company.

Wear appropriate hair style, have your hair a naturally occurring hair color, such as blond, brunette, brown, red (ginger), gray, or black. Remember to speak in complete sentences and avoid slang. Remember to speak instead of using hand and/or body gestures. Pay attention to your body language (no folded arms, hand on forehead etc.). Practice answering interview questions with friends or family or even in the mirror.

With these tips you should be able to have a successful job interview!

"Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it. Your motivation must be compelling in order to overcome the obstacles that will invariably come your way." - Les Brown

"Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

"Success isn't all about how much money you make it's also about the difference you make in people's lives." - Michelle Obama​

"With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. All that we are is the result of what we have thought." - Eleanor Roosevelt

“Everything I need to know I learned in Kindergarten: Share, Play Fair, Don't hit, Clean up your mess, Don't take things that aren't yours, Say you're sorry, Flush, Wash your hands, Treat people the way you want to be treated and Live a Balance Life." - Robert Fulghum

  • 1 Be on time every day.
  • 2 Schedule doctor, dentist, and other important appointments when you are off work.
  • 3 Follow your companies' dress code.
  • 4 Be able to work independently and be a team member.
  • 5 Complete assignments on time.
  • 6 Understand your job duties and your company’s policies.
  • 7 Learn how your job impacts your companies' business.
  • 8 Follow the instructions and ask questions if you do not understand the instructions.
  • 9 Do the best job you can and go the extra mile.
  • 10 Make sure you have reliable child care.
  • 11 Don't drink alcoholic beverages on your lunch break.
  • 12 Do not bring any weapons to work even if you have a license to carry a concealed handgun.
  • 13 Do not misuse the company's office equipment, computers, faxes, phones, or fuel cards.
  • 14 Work well with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
  • 15 Document all types of abuse bullying, threats, verbal or unwanted non-verbal sexual advances, and witnesses with dates, locations, and times.
  • 16 Don't Gossip and Keep your Word.
  • 1 CBD oil may cause a positive THC or Marijuana result in a drug screening.
  • 2 Do not quit your job without giving a written formal resignation. Know your company rules.
  • 3 Continue to give your best until your last day and if asked to train your replacement be helpful.
  • 4 Request an exit interview to give feedback and receive feedback.
  • 5 If asked why you are quitting, you do not have to say. Be positive. Avoid blaming anyone even if your new job pays more money and offers better benefits.
  • 6 If you are asked to resign, this can be an uncomfortable situation. Understand you were not Fired. If you were not given a severance offer, this is a good time to negotiate. Ask for uncontested unemployment or severance paid until you find another job and get it in writing 3 to 6 months is normal. Stay positive. You know your worth, skills, and talents. Your new job will be to find a new job within 3 to 6 months or sooner.