The Penmac Blog

Graduates are finishing up the last days of school and preparing to enter the workforce. As students consider their future and think about what their dreams are, it’s also a good time to think about our own dreams—both personal and employment goals. At Penmac, we know that employment plays a vital role in each person’s […]

Moms are filled with wisdom, and with Mother’s Day approaching it’s a good time to think about how timeless her advice is. While you might remember mom saying classics like, “Let’s play the quiet game,” or “I’m going to give you until the count of three,” when you were younger, a lot of those mom phrases […]

The majority of time, a job offer is a reason to celebrate, but occasionally you might have to turn down a job offer. Maybe the salary wasn’t what you thought, you were offered a different position, or you discovered something about the position that made you change your mind. Regardless of the reason, make sure […]

With taxes due soon, money might be on your mind. While many people like to file early in the year and have already submitted their taxes (and maybe even received refunds!), it’s never a bad time to think about your finances. While it can be stressful to talk about money related topics, it can also […]

Have you recently started a new job, and are worried you’re in over your head? You might start thinking that the company made a mistake when they hired you. This fear is common among new workers. Sometimes called “imposter syndrome,” this feeling that you don’t really deserve the position you’re in can make you feel […]

When you’re looking for a job, it’s easy to spend a lot of time searching for opportunities, filling out applications, perfecting that resume, and practicing for an interview. One thing many job seekers forget to consider is putting together a good list of job references. Some applicants don’t believe that employers even check references, but […]

Is the green-eyed monster paying you a visit this St. Patrick’s Day? It’s easy to occasionally feel like the grass is greener on the other side, but how do you get over this feeling of jealousy? At work, you may feel jealous of coworkers. Maybe someone gets a promotion you thought you deserved or maybe […]

Winter’s coldest days are behind us and baseball players are about to gear up for spring training. While it might not be spring yet, it’s always a good time of year to think about fresh starts and springing back from mistakes. Whether you’re looking for a new job or if you’re just working hard at […]

Have you been looking for work? There are a lot of different opportunities for job seekers today. Because of this, many businesses are offering incentives to get candidates to come work at their company. Some will advertise great benefits packages, flexible schedules, or a great workplace culture. Some will even offer applicants a sign-on bonus. […]