What are you worth in today’s market? A general principle for financial success in the stock market is to buy low and sell high. When that rule of thumb is applied to your career, it means that you should stay put in a poor job market and be open to making a move during a […]
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Is It Time to Audit Your Current Employer?
If you’re not 100% sure that where you are is where you should be, then it might be time to audit your current employer. What does that mean? It means taking a hard look at your current situation and asking questions about your employer that you may not have considered before, questions like the ones […]
Resume Tips: Highlight Achievements, Not Responsibilities
My office has seen thousands of resumes come through it’s doors over the past 15 years we’ve been established. Many candidates don’t realize how important this document is to a recruiter, much less a future employer. Remember, this is your first impression! It’s your stake on a claim for that job you so desperately want […]
Why You Should Examine Your Career Situation
The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence™ showed that CEO confidence is again on the rise. As for the employment outlook, CEOs are more bullish than last year, with half now saying they intend to ramp up their hiring.
Becoming a Major Player in ‘The Second Act’
“The Second Act”- men and women over the age of 55 choosing to stay in, or re-enter, the job market is growing and the impact that it’s having on the workforce is becoming more pronounced.
Create More Time to Hire the Right Candidates
Wasting time during the interview stage of your candidate search is the easiest way to miss out on a great hire, somebody who might bring incredible value to your company.
How to Conduct a Courtesy Interview
By Dan Simmons Continuing in the hypothetical situation about “Paul,” here are some tips on how to handle a courtesy interview. What to Say On the Call “Hi! My name is XX, and I’m the Director of XX at Great Employer. I was speaking with XX today and he recommended that I give you a […]
The Art of the Courtesy Interview
The Art of the Courtesy Interview is a well-defined plan on how to develop professionals for your company outside of the standard hiring routine.