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Navigating Job Rejection
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Navigating Job Rejection

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Navigating Job Rejection

jobs2023-04-19T13:49:36-04:00Behind the Scenes|

A recent Forbes report concluded that of the average 118 people that apply for any given job, only 24 people will advance to the interview stage of the process. Of those 24 candidates, only one will ultimately be selected to fill the open role, leaving over 100 candidates amid job rejection (roughly 90 of which with no feedback for why they’re not being considered). In this blog, you will find a list of ways to navigate job rejection from application to post-interview keeping you on a path toward success. […]

Ghosted
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Ghosted

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Ghosted

jobs2023-04-17T08:48:00-04:00Behind the Scenes|

If you’ve fallen victim to a candidate or potential employer “ghosting” keep reading. This unfortunate habit that surfaced through the abandonment of dating your newest Tinder interest has peeked into the professional realm. People would rather succumb to their apprehensions than find answers and it’s affecting not only job seekers and potential employers but recruiters too. I’m not singling out candidates who are ghosting interviews or job offers, I am also shining a light on companies who are ghosting candidates’ post-interview with no reason as to why they do not want to move forward. The [...]

Burnout – Before You Think ‘It Won’t Happen to Me’
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Burnout – Before You Think ‘It Won’t Happen to Me’

Behind the Scenes, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'

Burnout – Before You Think ‘It Won’t Happen to Me’

jobs2023-03-30T09:44:46-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|

What is “Burnout?” Burnout is defined as “a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that also involves a sense of reduced accomplishment and loss of personal identity.” Despite popular belief, burnout does not derive from mental illness, rather, it comes from prolonged work-related stress. Nobody is exempt from experiencing burnout and proper measures should be taken to prevent and/or reconcile. […]

Not Having This Quality Could Deter Growth Opportunities
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Not Having This Quality Could Deter Growth Opportunities

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Not Having This Quality Could Deter Growth Opportunities

jobs2023-03-23T15:05:08-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To|

One of the best qualities you can have at work or in general is being ‘trainable’. As simple as it sounds, it’s not a concept that is always easily grasped. Being trainable extends from the ability to learn new information being taught to you as well as understanding culture and the people who define it. Your receptiveness to new information can greatly make or break your success in a new role and It is something you will want to be attentive to. It is an entirely teachable quality and it is something worth pursuing if not already in possession. [...]

LinkedIn – A Resource You Should Be Using
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LinkedIn – A Resource You Should Be Using

Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers

LinkedIn – A Resource You Should Be Using

jobs2023-03-16T11:23:47-04:00Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

If you’re not on LinkedIn, you should respectfully pause reading until you go (now) and sign up. As a business professional, LinkedIn is your billboard. A professional social platform where you can showcase your educational and career highlights while interacting with other professionals in your industry and beyond. We strongly encourage you not only to have a LinkedIn but also to remain active on the account. […]

Red Flags & Why They Could Be Hurting You
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Red Flags & Why They Could Be Hurting You

Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes

Red Flags & Why They Could Be Hurting You

jobs2023-03-10T12:00:21-05:00Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes|

If you have undergone multiple interviews without a job offer (or the acceptance of a job offer), you’re likely emitting red flags. A ‘red flag’ is an occurrence or sign that indicates to the interviewer or interviewee that you may not be a great fit for that role or company. It could be anything from arriving late to the scheduled interview to speaking negatively of a previous employer or employee. It’s a major turnoff and will divert the offer or acceptance of a position. If you’re a repeat offender of one or more of the following, adjustments should be made [...]

Are you the Right Leader for the Job?
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Are you the Right Leader for the Job?

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Are you the Right Leader for the Job?

jobs2023-03-07T14:15:22-05:00Behind the Scenes, Motivation|

A leader is defined as 'the person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country'. This can be interpreted in several ways, though we believe being a leader goes far beyond the surface. Research shows around 4 million Americans – or 2.6% of the workforce – quit their jobs in October 2022, and poor leadership is believed to be a contributing factor. In a time of uncertainty, people cling to those willing to pave the way to a brighter, more steadfast future. In this blog, we will dissect 6 key components of leadership that we believe to be amongst [...]

How to Be a Top Employee
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How to Be a Top Employee

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How to Be a Top Employee

jobs2023-02-24T10:54:44-05:00Behind the Scenes, How To, Motivation|

Regardless of what point you’re at in your career, there has likely been a time you struggled to stand out. There’s always that one employee (teacher’s pet) who envelops the attention, oftentimes scoring opportunities for themselves that you felt deserving of. Being noticed is certainly worth striving for, and plenty achievable for everyone! Fortunately, we are here to give you 5 tips to get to the top of your employers’ list and hopefully land that promotion you’ve been striving for. […]

Rest Now, Be Better Later
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Rest Now, Be Better Later

Behind the Scenes, General News, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'

Rest Now, Be Better Later

jobs2023-02-15T12:08:27-05:00Behind the Scenes, General News, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|

There was a time when New York was the ‘city that never sleeps’ – although, now it seems like we live in a world that never sleeps. The glorification of ‘the grind’ has caused people to aim for a state of perpetual motion, putting rest on the back burner. We often, forget to slow down and enjoy what we have while we have it. […]

Trust the Process
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Trust the Process

Behind the Scenes, I Am I Can, Motivation

Trust the Process

jobs2023-01-31T11:20:50-05:00Behind the Scenes, I Am I Can, Motivation|

The idea of January can be so refreshing – a clean slate to pave the way toward a brighter future. People tend to think in a very “macro” way when referring to January, putting all of their eggs for the year into this small basket. Before you know it, it’s the 31st, you’ve promised yourself you’d kick it into gear the last 3 Monday’s and you ultimately wind-up feeling like you’ve already failed. That feeling will likely remain prevalent in February because, well, it’s February and the Spring is a better time to start anyway, right? We’re in a bad [...]