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Do Not Believe These Hiring Myths
Hiring myths can make or break you because it can be confusing to distinguish which ones are true and which are not. Here are just a few hiring myths that we discuss with candidates, and it’s about time we address them. They Aren’t Going to Check Your References They most definitely will! Employers want to know who they are about to take in before committing to any job placement for someone. A background check on a person’s work habits and […]
Read MoreSteps to Having a Successful Career Path
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou What does success mean to you? It can take a lot of time and dedication to discover what you are destined to do, the answer to this doesn’t always just fall into your lap. Here are a few steps to take, so you can jumpstart a successful career path now: What Are You Good At? When it comes to skills and capabilities, what […]
Read MoreCommon Resume Mistakes
Creating your job resume can be a difficult process. Everyone has their own preferences on what should be added and what should be removed, and it can leave you confused, but we are here to clear the air. Here are some common resume mistakes you want to make sure to avoid. No Headshot? No Problem Avoid having your photo on your resume. Depending on the employer, most view it as unprofessional and/or unnecessary. It might also cause some unwanted discrimination […]
Read MoreQuestions to Ask at the End of an Interview
“Do you have any questions or comments for us?” This is what we normally hear right after an interview. Some of us are so nervous we just want it to be over with it and end up responding with, “no, actually! None. Thank you!” But how helpful is that? Having questions prepared before the interview begins to show that you really are invested in landing the job. Instead of answering with a “no” next time, here are the top questions […]
Read MoreJob Hunting? Do These Steps First
If you are job hunting, stop everything right now. We get it. The impatience is real because you want to find every great opportunity you can before someone else snatches it and the posting closes. Before you do that, you want to make sure employers see the most professional version of yourself before even meeting you. Here are some important boxes you need to check off before hitting that “submit application” button. Update Your Resume In some cases, it might […]
Read MoreCareer Tips You Need to Hear
No matter how many years of experience you have in your career, advice is always helpful. You could be missing out on some life changing tips others live by or found answers to that you could have never thought of. Here are the most helpful career tips we have come across. Don’t Settle If you are unhappy with your current career, it is never too late to change. Never settle where you are at professionally and go find something better! […]
Read MoreWhere to Network
We are all told how important networking is but are sometimes guilty of overlooking how effective it can be for landing our next job. It is all around us and it could be your neighbor, a family friend, your dog walker—anyone, but what are the best places to network? Although we could go on and on because the options are endless, here are the mains areas we recommend that will help you greatly. College/University Alumni Events Connecting with strangers can […]
Read More5 Quick Tips for Improving Your LinkedIn Profile
When it comes to finding talent, LinkedIn is unquestionably the first place that recruiters and headhunters go to when they are on the search. Most professionals also find that LinkedIn is a good place to stay connected with colleagues and expand their network with people that share their interests. One issue that people run into though, is the amount of time and effort they put into creating their profile. Many people don’t enjoy putting together a resume or speaking about […]
Read MoreHow To Ace Your Virtual Interview
If you have a virtual interview coming up, you might be wondering how to prepare for it if you are new to this method. Although you may think virtual interviews are less formal and easier to handle, that couldn’t be any farther from the truth. Here are a few tips to keep in mind before hitting that “join meeting” button. Testing, Testing, Testing You want to test your camera and audio. Make sure both are working to avoid any awkward […]
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons To Use A Recruiter
As a job seeker, you want to search every available option to get hired. Not everyone considers using a recruiter to help them find their next career or knows enough about how recruiters can get you hired. The main objective of a recruiter’s job is to find your perfect career match. Whether you consider yourself someone who doesn’t know what they want or someone who knows exactly what they are looking for, having a recruiter will help you get there […]
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