Once people advance to a mid-level executive, changing careers may seem like a daunting task. While some people in this position are content to stay put, others view it as stagnation and desire to move forward to the next level; however advancing to the next level is not always possible within the same company, so [...]
Originally launched in 2002, LinkedIn is now "the" business professional's social network. LinkedIn is a respected veteran when it comes to social media platforms. The reason for this is simple – it is a great space to connect, network, and prove your value to potential employers. In 2016, the site had more than 433 million worldwide [...]
Research by Forbes magazine reveals that the financial consequence of each bad hire is around 30 percent of their annual wages. Staffing agencies mitigate these risks by sourcing, screening and offering only the best candidates to their clients. Staffing agencies are knowledgeable of the industries they serve and maintain a keen understanding of the current [...]
Before you begin to write, you might keep in mind what a resume is and what it has become. First of all, resumes are letters of presentation when you are asking for recognition by parties or institutions. They have always been ways for people to formally introduce themselves and their abilities to people who have [...]
Just like everyone else, veterans have hopes and expectations when deciding on their next big career move.Craving to work with a company they can thrive and grow with is often at the very top of their checklist of must-haves while choosing which employer to commit to.But what else do they need?Well, according to one of [...]
Recruiting for an open position is a costly endeavor for any company, big or small, and not one that should be taken on lightly. From managing your listings on job boards to interviewing and vetting dozens of candidates, finding the right new hire is a full-time job with new expenses around every corner. The total [...]
Think a resume is evergreen, and pretty much just needs an updating of your latest position?Think again. Styles in resumes change. What interviewers look for change. Ways of submitting resumes change.A resume is essentially a promotional piece designed to make you look like the great candidate you are. You use this promotional piece to get [...]
Is it nobler to worry about unknown spam filters or to risk catching someone on their lunch break? Should you call or should you send an email? There is a profound split in opinion about the best form of contact in the recruitment industry. On one hand, recruitment and interviews have been done over the [...]
