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  • Gautam Ghosh in Internship, Pay

    Totally disagree with this article http://www.cnbc.com/id/100824013
    • Don't Force Businesses to Pay Interns: Contributor
      Don't Force Businesses to Pay Interns: Contributor

      Image Source | Getty Images A recent ruling against Fox Searchlight Pictures from a lawsuit where former interns sued the company because they weren't compensated with the minimum wage-and a host of other class action lawsuits from former interns of companies ranging from Warner Music Group and Atlantic Records to Conde Nast Publications -may seem like a David vs.

    • Diana Richards
      Diana Richards
      I think it's written on a purposefully challenging tone. But I do agree with "The majority of students—or those who apply for internships—often have little-to-no relevant skills. Internships are a fantastic way for a student or other low skilled individuals to get a taste of a real work environment. They can see up-close-and-personally if a particular industry or company is a good fit for them. They can make key relationships that can provide a lead to or a recommendation for a future job, or ev… Read moreen some ongoing career insight and guidance. And whether they pick up real skills or experience, or just create the perception that they have some, these real-world opportunities give students an advantage in being hired. Sometimes, an internship even leads to a permanent position at that very company."
    • Diana Richards
      Diana Richards
      "The majority" is here important. Not all interns are lacking skills. And I think those who have relevant skills and knowledge already definitely need to be treated almost like employees. But the interns who require a large amount of training and guidance get a lot of value from that, and that effort should not be ignored.

    • Gautam Ghosh in Compensation, Pay

      There is a correlation between exercise habits and higher pay. Interesting study! http://www.forbes.com/sites/victorlipman/2012/06/08/new-study-links-exercise-to-higher-pay/
      • New Study Links Exercise To Higher Pay - Forbes
        New Study Links Exercise To Higher Pay - Forbes

        A couple of days ago I did a post discussing the many benefits - to employees and management - of exercise during the workday, including reduced stress, increased productivity and improved collaboration. Timing is everything. Turns out a new study led by Vasilios Kosteas, a Cleveland State economics professor, indicates employees who exercise regularly also earn higher pay.

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