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Should you expect a lower hourly rate for remote engagements?
Most of us would love an engagement, from time to time, that takes us off the road. The benefits of work life balance and increased time at home with family is significant. Not to mention being able to work in your pajamas, if you… Continue Reading “Should you expect a lower hourly rate for remote engagements?”
Contract to Hire…Do I have to Accept the Full Time Position?
I’ve seen a consistent increase in the request for contract to hire positions this year. Firms are adding language to their service agreements to allow clients to extend an offer for permanent full time positions to consultants after 90 days of contracting. Clients are… Continue Reading “Contract to Hire…Do I have to Accept the Full Time Position?”
What Consultants Should Know About CHIME, HIMSS, MGMA and Others
Our industry has several organizations that are focused on professional development, networking, and innovation. Understanding these different groups and how your firm participates can greatly improve your awareness of industry trends, various client initiatives, upcoming projects, and other opportunities. I’ve selected three that you… Continue Reading “What Consultants Should Know About CHIME, HIMSS, MGMA and Others”
State vs Federal Holidays – How they Impact Consultants
Monday is Columbus Day. A recognized federal government holiday where all federal offices and banks are closed. However, it is not recognized in 27 states. Interestingly enough not one west coast state celebrates the holiday while all of the east coast states minus Florida,… Continue Reading “State vs Federal Holidays – How they Impact Consultants”
Crying Babies and Crazy Passenger Antics – Airlines Approach to Passenger Comfort
There are several stories this month that made headlines regarding airlines approach to the crying infants and unruly passengers. Evidently a United airlines attendant said it was “absolutely unacceptable” that a baby was crying to a mother. This was on a 13 hour flight… Continue Reading “Crying Babies and Crazy Passenger Antics – Airlines Approach to Passenger Comfort”
J.D. Power 2018 North America Airport Study – How did your airport rank?
I always look forward to this annual study. This one is specifically ranking the airport based on traveler’s satisfaction of services and amenities. No surprise my airport (BOS) continues to be all the way at the bottom. Note that the study focuses on 6… Continue Reading “J.D. Power 2018 North America Airport Study – How did your airport rank?”
How State Labor Laws May Impact Your Engagement and Pay Check
In the last year we’ve seen several firms in the news for employment breaches of labor laws. It was just a year ago this week that we saw Arrington vs Optimum Healthcare all over the news. That lawsuit was impacted by 7 different state… Continue Reading “How State Labor Laws May Impact Your Engagement and Pay Check”
It’s the Busiest Time of Year – Are you ready to be submitted?
September and October are the busiest months of the year for new placements. Budgets are approved, projects are kicking off, and resources are needed to be locked in before the holidays. For Epic consultants, some major implementations are kicking off and you can expect… Continue Reading “It’s the Busiest Time of Year – Are you ready to be submitted?”
Bigotry in the office – How do you respond?
In today’s world of social media and a growth in intolerance towards those who hold a different opinion from oneself, bigotry has surfaced into our daily lives, even in the office. No one wants to think of themselves as a bigot, or racist, or… Continue Reading “Bigotry in the office – How do you respond?”
20 Years at Epic’s UGM
It’s hard to believe I’m coming up on my 20th year of working with Epic. I’ve been very fortunate to create a career out of my exposure to Epic systems and have been a part of so many fantastic projects and organizations in that… Continue Reading “20 Years at Epic’s UGM”
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