Posts Tagged ‘Job Seeker’

Starting out at a new job can be overwhelming – you’re in an unfamiliar environment and there’s a short window of opportunity to either adapt to the culture or risk slipping through the cracks. Talented people can fail in a new role from several reasons: perhaps the organization failed to explain the cultural rules, or…

Anyone seeking employment knows, job searching can be a job in and of itself. And just like a typical job, some aspects are more enjoyable than others. There’s the administrative side of researching positions, polishing your resume, and applying. Then there are social activities such as job fairs, networking events, and finally the interview. Extroverts…

If you’re searching for a new job and have never used a staffing firm before, you’re in for a surprise. The myths you’ve heard about working with a recruiter couldn’t be farther from the truth. Working with a recruiter can be a great benefit in your job hunt and actually smooth over the process for…

Employers expect their employees to be team players; it’s a requirement for almost every industry. Even if you feel you work better independently, try using teamwork to better yourself and your career. What can working together do for you? Here are four ways teamwork benefits you in the workplace: It will Promote your Creativity and…

In January, we talked about why Managers need to develop their team’s soft skills, but as a team member there are steps you can take on your own. Why develop your soft skills? Some argue they are just, if not more, important as your hard skills. To land a job, you typically need to meet…

Your resume lands in the hand of a hiring manager. They give it a quick look-over, and if it passes, what happens next? They are most likely to look you up on social media immediately. Social media is quickly becoming one of the first methods for employers in researching candidates. Taking responsibility for your social…

If you are looking for a career change, it’s likely you’ve experienced this scenario: you’ve spent hours perfecting your resume, you are just about to apply for a job when you see this line— “Cover Letter (optional).” Do you stop and take the time to craft a thought out letter? Does that increase your chances…

A job candidate who can follow instructions successfully is valuable in the workplace. However, a candidate who can give instructions successfully possesses an exceptional skill that employers quickly notice in a job interview. Instructing means: teaching or reinforcing information, a process, or operation to others. It’s a top skill used to work with a team…

Your resume isn’t just a historical document of your work history–it’s your own personal advertisement, that includes sufficient information to sell yourself and determine if you are worthy for an interview. You don’t have much time to highlight the most impressive and unique details about you and your work experience. Condensing all your skills into…

Change is an exciting word. But, it’s also a little bit scary. If you are looking for a change in employment; a job that will be rewarding and make you excited about heading to work each day, that job you seek may not even be on your radar. How do you reinvent yourself when you…