Should I Stay or Should I Go? Part Two: 4 Qualities of a Great Company
Last time we identified some red flags that may indicate you’re in a dead-end job. This week we’ll look at some of the things that suggest you’re in a positive work environment with the potential for a very bright future. Many publications release an annual list of the “Best Companies to Work For,” and whether […]
RISKY BUSINESS: Knowing When a Career Risk is Worth Taking
There are millions of jobs out there, and if you’re lucky enough to have a good one, why would you ever leave? The answer to that question is different for everyone. Only you can decide when it’s time to stay or time to go, but before you answer that question, here are a few things […]
Nailing the Interview: Part II
Last time we discussed the work that goes into preparing for an interview, and getting your foot in the door is the vital first step, but once you’re face-to-face with the interviewer, this is the part you’ve got to ace. You never know what kind of style the interviewer will have, so be prepared for […]
Nailing the Interview: Part I
So you’ve submitted your resume and landed an interview, and now it’s time to shine. Unless the hiring manager is a close friend or relative, you’ve got some work to do. Here are a few tips to help you nail the interview and be well on your way to securing an offer. Prepare Your interview […]
Hiring Strategies: Four Ways to Improve your Company’s Search for Talent
When unemployment is low and the job market is hot, that means good job candidates are in high demand. That’s great news for them, but not-so-great news for companies competing to attract such a limited number of quality candidates. If your job postings aren’t generating much interest, here are a few things to consider that […]
Reading Between the Lines: The Hidden Pitfalls of
Resume Screening
A well-written resume is a vital tool in any job search. Obviously you want your resume to make you shine, and highlight all the great experience you’ve had. You also need your resume to look clean and professional, with no spelling or grammar errors. But once these bright and shiny resumes arrive, what should the […]
An Open Letter to New Job Applicants, Explaining
What You’re Doing Wrong
Dear Applicant, Thank you so much for your recent interest in joining our organization. Regretfully, we are unable to offer you the position at this time. As part of our screening process we like to provide feedback to our applicants, which we hope you will find helpful. Here’s a fun fact, Corndog: Employers nowadays often […]
Job Searching in the Modern Age: Using
Technology to Up Your Game
Your resume is updated. Your suit is pressed and ready to go. So if you think the next step is to buy a copy of the Sunday paper and flip to the “Help Wanted” section, then you would be absolutely correct, in 1985. Don’t get me wrong, the eighties were spectacular; they brought us parachute […]