Posts Tagged ‘Job Seeker’

You’ve written a thought-out resume and cover letter that catches the eye of a potential employer—meaning you’ve made it past the first step in the hiring process! While that’s certainly reason to celebrate, a good resume is no longer enough to get you in the door. These days, it’s most likely you’ll need to participate…

In any workplace role, competence is essential for success. However, in most cases, competence will only take you so far. Confidence goes a long way, especially in the workplace. In most situations, people rise in a company not just because of their skills, but because of how they carry themselves, speak to others, and present…

The truth about networking is: it’s typically not at the top of your to-do list. Your calendar is already crowded with work and personal commitments, talking to strangers is the last thing you want to do. Depending on your personality, networking can also feel awkward, and to some people—incredibly draining.  There’s a reason to change…

Every interview is different, and you should prepare for each one separately, but there are a few things that rarely change. If you are hoping to get hired, there are certain things you should be sure to say (and mean) to impress hiring managers and ensure you’re “checking all the boxes” for things they’re looking…

What is company culture? It may seem straight-forward but can be tricky to define. Some people might think of company vision, values, and daily operations. Others may think of an open-office dynamic, a mentorship program, or in-office happy hours. There are many aspects of company culture to consider, but the most important thing to understand…

Have you ever felt like you prepared tirelessly for an interview, only to not seal the deal in the end? Prepping for an interview can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. After you’ve done your research, and prepped for answers, the last thing to do is compile a list of smart questions to…

There has never been a better time to be in the recruitment industry. The recruitment industry can get a bad reputation for being perceived as an “in between” job or something that people just “fall” into. The truth is, it’s likely recruitment wasn’t a career track you went to school for, or even aspired to…

No matter what career stage you’re in, everyone needs a mentor. Many successful people in business cite finding a mentor as the key factor to their success, but finding the right one can be tricky. The right mentor should be someone you can trust to give you honest feedback, help you refine a skill, or…

You can find plenty of information on how to prepare for the traditional one-on-one job interview, but these days it’s not the only way employees are getting to know candidates. Different settings, tactics and new technologies are being used more frequently to help hiring mangers compare candidates. In the end, they all serve the purpose…

Preparing for an interview doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process, but to truly show your best self and have a stress-free experience, it’s best to do a little bit of prepping. Making a great first impression is important—those who can showcase they have knowledge on the company, the role, and know exactly how to…