What to Look for in a Resume: A Guide for Employers
Screening resumes is a crucial step in the hiring process, but with stacks of applications to review, it can be challenging to identify the best candidates. Knowing what to look for in a resume can help employers quickly filter out unqualified applicants and focus on top talent. However, this process takes time, attention to detail, […]
Burnout in the Workplace
In recent years, burnout in the workplace has become an increasing concern. According to a 2018 Gallup study, two-thirds of full-time employees experience burnout on the job consistently or just sometimes. Burnout in the workplace can lead to health concerns like exhaustion, vulnerability to illnesses, insomnia, high blood pressure, heart disease, food and substance abuse, […]
Importance of Researching a Company Before the Interview
Since most companies won’t let you “try it before you buy it,” doing your research upfront before the interview will help you be sure you’re making the right choice when offered the job. But other benefits can signal to interviewers you’re organized and interested in what they have to offer. Here’s why researching a company […]
3 Tips to Help Conduct Yourself in a Professional Manner
First impressions still matter. There are all kinds of scientific studies that show how humans sum up their opinions of people in the first 10-minutes of meeting them. It has to do with the way humans are hard-wired for fight or flight; our unconscious minds just naturally judge people quickly to determine if they are […]
Psychological Effects of Quitting a Job Too Soon
As a professional, there’s a decent chance that, at some point in your career, you’ll need to quit a job. This could be caused by a move to a new city, receiving a better job offer elsewhere, deciding to go back to school full-time, or a multitude of other common reasons. In most cases, the […]
It’s Time to Dust the Old Skeletons Off Your Resume
Here’s the truth of the job seeker world; hiring managers judge you by your resume. That makes this one or two page summary of your skills very important if you stand any chance at all of getting the first interview. While your current job may be working out fine, it’s never a bad idea to […]
Mistakes to Avoid in Your Job Search
One small typo in a resume could keep you from landing your next job. It seems ridiculous, but little things like misspelling a word could hold you back. This is especially true when there’s a high level of competition for jobs or when the position is in management. When they say your resume makes a […]
Is Transportation Important When Hiring the Right Candidate?
You might wonder why you’re always asked about having reliable transportation to work during the interview process. It’s a bigger problem than you might imagine; many of us simply hop in the car to start the daily commute. But Business Insider says a lack of reliable transportation is a big issue holding the American economy […]
Tips to Leave a Great First Impression
Despite warnings to avoid the practice, people still tend to judge a book by its cover. That’s exactly why first impressions still matter both at work and in social settings, including on social media. In fact, there is powerful scientific evidence that shows your appearance and what you say affects how powerful and trustworthy people […]
Follow This Advice to Get Promoted in the Next Few Months
Getting a promotion is the validation of all your hard work. It’s more than just a raise, although that’s certainly nice; it’s also a pat on the back that keeps you motivated and inspired to do more. A promotion means that management has noticed your effort and believes you’ve proven to be one of their […]