Achieving balance is important in many areas of life – and the workplace is no exception. In order for your business to thrive, it’s necessary to construct a team with a variety of skills and ensure that no single area is lacking. Let’s discuss the value of having a balanced team and how to hire… Read More »
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Should You Seek a Career Mentor?
When it comes to career progression and fulfilling your potential, it can be extremely helpful to have an expert serve as your career mentor. In fact, a survey by the American Society for Training and Development found that “75 percent of private sector executives said that mentoring had been critical in helping them reach their… Read More »
Onboarding Temporary Employees for Immediate Results
Hiring temporary employees is becoming an increasingly popular option for today’s employers. In fact, “the number of jobs in the temporary help services industry reached an all-time high of 2.9 million in May 2015, accounting for 2.4 percent of all private sector jobs in the U.S. economy.” But to make this working arrangement a success,… Read More »
Tips for a Successful Interview
The interview – it’s the ultimate make or break point of the job search process. Prepare properly and have your ducks in a row, and you stand a good chance of being hired. Show up unprepared, and you may make a poor impression and squash your odds of landing the job. Here are some of the… Read More »
Setting New Hires up for Success
The first phase of employment is a critical time – and you’ll obviously want to get new hires started out on the right foot. That’s why it’s important do everything possible to streamline the onboarding process and reduce any friction along the way. Here are some tips to ease a new employee’s transition and ensure… Read More »
Cover Letter Writing Made Easy
When it comes to job hunting, there are two key components you’ll need – a resume and a cover letter. While most people understand the fundamentals of a resume, there’s often some confusion when it comes to a cover letter. Fortunately, writing a great cover letter that grabs the attention of potential employers needn’t be… Read More »
Common Interview Questions to Prepare Outstanding Answers For
The key to nailing a job interview is preparation and formulating the right responses ahead of time. That way there’s no hesitation, and you’ll be more likely to make a positive impression on your recruiter. Here are some of the most common interview questions you should be prepared to answer in a way that will… Read More »
Are You Rejecting Overqualified Candidates?
When it comes to hiring an overqualified candidate for a position, employers may shy away for several reasons. Whether it’s because they think the person will become bored and jump ship, have excessive salary demands or develop animosity toward a manager who’s potentially less experienced, employers often opt for another, less qualified candidate. However, you… Read More »
Tips for Building a Strong Relationship With Your Recruiting Partner
Partnering with a staffing firm is becoming an increasingly popular avenue for employers to acquire talented employees without all of the hassle of doing it themselves. As a result, the number of staffing firms in the U.S. is on the rise – and as of late 2013, there were 17,340 private employment agencies. To ensure… Read More »
Should You Consider Candidates With Employment Gaps?
One issue that many employers run into at some point is qualified job candidates who seem great but have gaps in their employment history. While your first impulse may be to immediately cross off these candidates, it’s smart to at least give these individuals a chance. Below are reasons why it’s important not to overlook… Read More »