April 21, 2020
Category: Career Tips
March 12, 2020
Employer Brand Strength and the Impact on the Job Offer
With the national unemployment rate hovering at just 3.9 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it's safe to say a version of the following phrase has been uttered with a tremendous amount of frequency lately: "You're hired." When candidates are formally given an offer to join your company, it's not necessarily anRead More
January 12, 2019
5 Effective Ways to Assess an Employer’s Brand During the Interview
More than a quarter of the way through 2018, well over 750,000 jobs have been added to the nation's payrolls, according to the Labor Department, providing both those out of work and individuals looking for a fresh start with plenty of employment opportunities. Add to that an unemployment rate of 2 percent among managerial-level professionals.Read More
October 3, 2018
Be More Confident and Focused
You could be filled with fear if you’ve been out of the job market for any length of time. It’s also discouraging when you realize your job search is taking more of your time than you had anticipated. To conduct a successful job search, you must be brave enough to change your mindset to haveRead More
September 26, 2018
4 Ways to Demonstrate Leadership in a Non-Management Role
Whether you're just starting out with a new company or you're a seasoned veteran looking to demonstrate your value, few qualities have the same impact as strong leadership. Leadership qualities--such as introducing new strategies or energizing staff to feel more connected with their work--lead to positive results that can be evidenced in a variety ofRead More
November 17, 2017
Improve your ability to LISTEN during interviews!
You will greatly improve the quality of conversations you have if you learn how to listen. You need to learn when to talk, when to stop talking and when to ask questions. It’s also important for you to learn to “understand where another person is coming from” vs. trying to provide an immediate solution. SeeRead More
September 7, 2017
Conduct a Proactive vs. Reactive Job Search
Today's job seeker must take a more proactive approach and identify jobs before they go on the market. Conducting research provides you with the foundation you need for a successful job search. It is important to identify fifty potential employers who employ individuals who have your experience and skills. These are also employers you haveRead More
July 7, 2017
The Counteroffer–How to Go from Acceptor to Extortioner in One Decision
Accepting a counteroffer grants you a shelf-life of six to twelve months. You are extremely thrilled with yourself. You just accepted a great offer of employment from a wonderful company. Now, all you need to do is resign. You plan it out, write your resignation letter, and get ready to discuss your departure with your employer. Whew!Read More
Seven Simple changes that can help you find a job!
If you are frustrated because your job search is taking longer than expected, you need to make changes in the way you are conducting your search. If you keep doing things the same way, unfortunately you will get the same results! Here are a few simple changes that can put momentum behind your efforts thatRead More
May 11, 2017
How to Become the Candidate Recruiters Can’t Resist
Amy Elisa Jackson May 10, 2017 - Glassdoor Recruiters are constantly searching for amazing candidates to fill the millions of open jobs in the U.S. And the search can be hard! After all, reading thousands of resumes and talking to potential candidates about a particular role can be time-consuming. So why not make it easier forRead More
