As the saying goes, employees don’t quit companies, they quit managers. And when those departures happen, savvy organizations make a point of conducting insightful exit interviews to learn why people are really leaving and what could be improved. Done well, the exit interview is a treasured opportunity to receive candid feedback from someone with an […]
Category: Interviews
Navigating the Job Market in 2024: Best Practices for Success
Securing a job in 2024 requires a strategic approach that aligns with the dynamic nature of the contemporary job market. As technology advances and the global economy undergoes transformations, job seekers must adapt and embrace new best practices to stand out in a competitive landscape. This article outlines key strategies for navigating the job search […]
5 tips for creating good first impressions
Do you have a job interview coming up, or your first day at a new company? There are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind as you begin to prepare for that solid first impression, and we’ve got you covered. In this article, we provide an outline of how to succeed in […]
Post-Covid Interview Questions & How to Answer Them
As we all get fully vaccinated and slowly return to the new normal post-pandemic, the job market is starting to open up and many are throwing themselves back into the job search. Just like with any job search, you’ll have to prepare yourself for the interview and the questions your prospective employer will ask. However, […]
How to Deal with Job Search Depression
Job Search Depression – it’s a real thing, and it sucks. You feel rejected and defeated by all the ghosting or just flat-out “NOs.” If you have a family or roommates depending on you, you may even feel like you’re letting down those who are important to you. Many are getting discouraged, especially during the […]
Common Interview Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
We hosted a poll on LinkedIn to ask our audience which topic they wanted to hear about on our next podcast episode, and the most interesting topic for our community right now is – what are the most common interview mistakes job seekers make and how can I avoid making them myself? We answer […]
The Hiring Process from the Recruiter’s POV
With furloughs, lay-offs, and full terminations happening at companies nationwide, many employees have found themselves back on the job search. As you go through interview after interview and send in application after application, you’re probably wondering what the hiring manager is thinking through the whole process. Are you asking yourself: What is the hiring process […]
How to Create a Compelling LinkedIn Profile
In the digital age, it’s impossible to job search effectively without an online presence, especially in regard to LinkedIn. Your profile is your online résumé, with one crucial difference: write it in first person. Recruiters and hiring managers are actively looking on LinkedIn for their next prospect. So, how do you get noticed and land […]
5 Job Search Tips for Post-Grads During COVID-19
We know the post-grad life. It’s tough to find a job after graduation under normal circumstances, but it’s going to be even worse for recent graduates now that we’re in an economic crisis brought on by our current pandemic. USA Today points out that, “Nearly 4 million college students are expected to graduate next month […]
6 Things to Do If You’re Laid Off During COVID-19
We’re in an uncertain time and many companies are having to make cutbacks to reduce expenses. Unfortunately, one of those cutbacks is to staff. Several people are losing their jobs and they’re left wondering, “what now?” We all feel a little lost at the moment. We’re all looking for some answers to our laundry list […]
