Too Busy for a Job Search?
When you think of a job hunt, do you imagine sitting in front of a computer screen for hours on end? Are you slogging through job listings or analyzing every word on your resume? And are you trying to do all of this while working a full-time job, going to school, or caring for […]
Want Your Receptionist Resume Read? Use These Tips
There are two phases to getting your resume read. First, you have to get passed the ominous Application Tracking System (ATS), and that can be a feat by itself. Once you’ve cleared that hurdle, you have to entire the recruiter or hiring manager to review the content. By following certain standards, you can increase […]
Revamp Your Cover Letter NOW!
Most people focus on their resume when they are looking for a new job. Often, the cover letter gets only a little thought, leading it to be pulled together at the last minute. Regardless of the strength of your resume, not giving comparable attention to your cover letter is a mistake. Certain issues in […]
Can You Turn Down a Job Offer Without Burning a Bridge?
There are a number of reasons you may need to turn down a job offer, but that doesn’t mean you might not want the chance to say “yes” to another opportunity in the future. To make sure that you can have that option in the future, it is important to decline the offer in […]
Passion vs. Profession – Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before Making a Career Decision
The idea of following your passion can seem like the ultimate achievement. If you are considering whether you should stay on your current path or change directions, consider these five questions to see if your passion is really where you should be headed, and whether or not this is a wise career decision. Do […]
It’s a Candidate Market – Speed Up Your Hiring Process to Hire the Best Ones!
Hiring processes have lengthened over time. Many businesses have expanded their requirements to include more than a simple interview. Some have introduced group interviews, candidate presentations, multiple interview rounds, skills testing, and various skills or personality tests. As of 2015, the length of the average interview process was estimated at over 22 days. If […]
