Every hiring manager needs to have effective interviewing techniques in their back pockets before speaking with candidates. The way you ask the important questions is crucial to determining if the candidate is a right fit for your job. How do you really get to know a potential employee before their first days or weeks at… Read more »
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LinkedIn is considered by many experts to be the premier online networking tool for professionals. However, the only way to make it into a successful tool is to use it correctly. The best way to do that is to understand how the site works and how you can maximize your profile to be seen by… Read more »
Your company culture may be your most valuable asset. It is the one thing that can set you apart from your competitors because it is unique to your environment, values, and current staff. When you’re seeking new employees to fill your open positions you can use your company culture to attract the right candidates to… Read more »
Resumes come in all shapes and sizes and there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution when it comes to what format you should use. A chronological resume is the most commonly used format but it isn’t your only option. If you are just out of college with limited experience in your field or you are looking to… Read more »
Recruiters and hiring managers can read over a thousand resumes a day. Red flags and simple mistakes can easily land your resume in the trash bin. Crafting a resume should take time and it is important to review frequently before you submit it to any employer. How can you avoid common mistakes in your resume?… Read more »
Manager and employees alike have a responsibility to their careers and their companies to consistently improve their skills and productivity. Have you reevaluated your personal productivity in the work place recently? As we begin the downward slope of the year heading for the holidays and 2014 it is a good time to look at the… Read more »
Too often hiring managers treat their decision as an impulse purchase. For example, you met a candidate who seems to check all the boxes and you are immediately in love with their personality. They may even remind you of you early in your career. Your decision is made on the spot but it doesn’t take… Read more »
As you know, in our global business word where everyone has a strong online presence you need to develop your company brand. Once you have your identity and it is easily recognizable across your website and social media platforms how do you leverage it to attract customers and future employees? How do you actively live… Read more »
Did you know your interview starts the moment you walk through the company’s front door? Everything from the way you interact with the receptionist to your body language are weighed in the decision making process. Here are some ideas of what you should and shouldn’t do for those minutes in the lobby while waiting for… Read more »
Are you looking for your next management position? If so, you may want to consider some of the things that businesses are seeking when it comes to good managers to add to their teams. Here are four things you should know so you can arrive to the interview armed with the right answers and the… Read more »
