Hiring the right employee goes beyond matching skills to a job description. Today’s employers are also looking for candidates who align with their company values, communication style, and workplace environment. This is known as culture fit and when done thoughtfully, it can play a major role in improving employee retention and long-term business success. For Learn More
Selfies, hashtags and vacation video posts may seem unrelated to your job search, but did you know that 70% of employers now use social media screening to research candidates during the hiring process? More than half of employers surveyed have found posts that led to them not making a job offer. And, according to the Learn More
You often hear that researching a company you are interviewing with is a big part of preparing for an interview. You might think to yourself, “I already know the company; it’s been in my backyard forever.” Or you may go onto the company’s website, read the “About Us” page, and call it a day. Don’t Learn More
Hackers. Scammers. Phishing Attacks. In the internet age, no one is immune. While the topic is certainly not a fun one, many job searchers are not aware of new tactics being used by identity thieves that are taking place in the form of online recruiting. Fake job listings, phishing emails, scam phone calls, and it Learn More
Searching for a job? Maybe you’ve exhausted yourself posting your resume with online job boards. Or maybe your eyes are glazing over at yet another cover letter. There is a better way to take your career to the next level. Partnering with a recruiter can help you elevate your career, land an exciting new opportunity, Learn More
As we all know, part of the interview process is an exploration into the essential chemistry that exists between people, something no one can prepare for by practicing interview questions. This tends to be the most difficult aspect of any screening process for both interviewer/interviewee alike. After all, you are who you are. We often see questions Learn More
You just got out of a job interview and you are feeling incredibly confident. So much so that you’re just going to sit back, relax and wait for that offer to come rolling in. Think again. It’s not that simple. Even if your interview went well, others are interviewing for the same job. Who’s to Learn More
You’ve reached that crucial point in the hiring process where it’s time to provide a list of references. Are you ready for that moment? Some job-seekers treat references as an afterthought, while others don’t give it any thought. The truth is, like a well-written cover letter or a crucial thank-you note to an interviewer, references need more attention Learn More
Congratulations! You scored a job interview! Clearly your resume was enticing enough to a hiring manager to bring you in for a meeting, but how are your interview skills? Have you given any thought to the possible questions they may ask you? If you haven’t, you should. And one topic you should be prepared to Learn More
Most jobs require some degree of teamwork. That’s why several job postings list “must be a team player” as a requirement. But how can you tell if someone is really a team player or not? After all, not many people are going to apply for a job and during the interview say that they hate collaborative work. Learn More
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