Author: Sarah

Last year, Penmac employed more than 25,000 associates through 35 Penmac offices in nine states. These employees work across hundreds of companies, making sure the work gets done each day, even if it means stepping in at the last minute to save the day! It would be impossible to list the many reasons why we […]

You’ve finally landed that new job after all those applications and interviews, only to find out it’s not exactly what you expected. Maybe your new supervisor asks you to do things that weren’t officially listed on your job description, or maybe it’s something else that just doesn’t feel quite right. What should you do?   […]

Your kid is sick; your car won’t start; you didn’t hear your alarm—at Penmac, we understand that life happens, and that you will occasionally miss work. You may be nervous about calling in to report an absence, but it is always better to keep your employer informed about last-minute absences than to appear unreliable.   […]

School is just around the corner. Stores have their Back to School displays out, and teachers are preparing their classrooms. But what if you’ve just graduated? The first summer after graduation can be exciting, and a well-needed few months to relax after lots of hard work during the school year, but it probably flew by and […]

How far do you live from work? Are you considering accepting a job that isn’t close to home? Most of us have to deal with some sort of commute to work, whether it be short or long, but how much should the commute factor into your job satisfaction? There are several things to consider when […]

A common challenge many employees experience is knowing when to say no. Saying no can be difficult—it can make you feel guilty and uncomfortable, or like you aren’t a good employee, but the truth is, sometimes saying no is the right thing to do. This year, learn when and how you should say no at […]

Many lucky workers get the day off for the Fourth of July, and it doesn’t come any time too soon! These hot summer days can start to feel long and tedious. If this feeling sounds familiar to you, you might feel like you’re stuck in a slump at work. How can you motivate yourself to […]

Have you been looking for a job for a while, but haven’t received any calls for interviews? While this could mean a number of things, it might be worth looking at your resume again to make sure it’s helping you put your best foot forward. Read below to learn how you can avoid five common […]