Eastern Iowans see wage growth and hiring gains
The Gazette reports optimism among Eastern Iowans about wages and job opportunities. In Cedar Rapids, the 2002 average wage was 34730 dollars and 32567 in Iowa City, with demand rising for engineers and skilled professionals as Region 10 employment grows despite a December 2005 dip.
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Lobby now for future pay raise
Workers should prepare for roughly a 3.5 percent raise this year as budgets firm up. Experts advise proving earned value with major achievements rather than personal reasons, and to build a case over the year to qualify for raises, bonuses, or promotions.
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Advice on setting performance expectations in tight budgets
The speaker stresses agreeing on clear measures of success to justify raises. If performance criteria are defined, documenting achievements becomes easier for negotiations. When money is unavailable, other incentives may be explored to align expectations and value.
Negotiating Better Conditions Cited by Experts
A note from the Net Challenger firm references insights from Gray & Christmas Mercer Human Resource Consulting and Dale Carnegie Training. The expert comment suggests a capable worker can negotiate improved working conditions through practical bargaining.
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Community business workshops and seminars announced
The Gazette lists multiple free resume workshops in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City to prep for the Corridor Career Fair. Additional events include UAE Middle East business seminar in Cedar Rapids, UNI Regional Business Center Fast Trac program in Waterloo, and various governance, energy, and nonprofit leadership sessions with dates, locations, sponsors, and registration details.
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Cedar Rapids Center
Town Centre
Third Ave. SE
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RBC
E. Fourth St
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Manchester
ESP Manufacturing
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Mercy Medical Center
Hallagan Education Center
10Th St. SE
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Coe College Advancement Office
First Ave
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