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26 05, 2023

No Call No Show = Missed Opportunities
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No Call No Show = Missed Opportunities
Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice

No Call No Show = Missed Opportunities

jobs2023-05-26T10:45:44-04:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice|Tags: candidate, employee, employer, entrylevel, ghosting, graduate, Hiring, interview, jobsearch, jobseeker, nocallnoshow, Recruiter|0 Comments

Honestly one of the worst things you can do in your work life is a “No Call, No Show (NCNS).” This could apply to an interview, a phone call, or a scheduled shift, and it essentially means that you do not show up without notice or a reason given. This is not a good habit to get into so if you have found yourself committing this act, stop. It’s a slippery slope and like we’ve said before you never know where life will take you. You may think simply not showing up to the interview is no big deal and [...]

24 05, 2023

Job Hopping Could Hinder Long-Term Career Growth
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Job Hopping Could Hinder Long-Term Career Growth
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Job Hopping Could Hinder Long-Term Career Growth

jobs2023-05-24T10:47:35-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice|Tags: career, employee, employer, inflation, job, jobhopper, jobsearch, jobseeker, Recruiter|0 Comments

‘Job Hopping’ is defined as an individual who has held multiple job titles at multiple different companies in a short period of time. In 2023, inflation has caused over 90% of employees to seek alternate employment, in search of a compensatory salary. A potential employer may be less inclined to offer you an interview, let alone a job if your resume indicates ‘job hopper’. To remedy this, recent job postings are demanding candidates have no more than 3 jobs in the last 10 years. Is a higher salary in the interim worth potentially damaging your long-term career growth? [...]

13 04, 2023

References – The Final Exam
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References – The Final Exam
General Job Search Advice, How To

References – The Final Exam

jobs2023-04-13T09:46:50-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, How To|Tags: employee, employer, employmentreferences, Hiring, interview, jobsearch, jobseeker, Recruiter, references|0 Comments

High-profile tech companies, like Amazon and Microsoft, continue with sweeping layoffs bringing the 2023 1st quarter total to more than 160,000 employees left jobless (as compared to 164,000 in 2022). Mass layoffs are leaving thousands of candidates vying for the few available job openings and it is more imperative than ever that they set themselves apart from their competitors. Aside from a fruitful background and education, having an adequate and reliable reference list can give you the boost you need. […]

28 03, 2023

Searching for a Job While You’re Employed
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Searching for a Job While You’re Employed
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Searching for a Job While You’re Employed

jobs2023-03-28T11:00:22-04:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: candidate, employment, Hiring, job, jobsearch, jobseeker, opentowork, Recruiter|0 Comments

Looking for new employment while currently employed is strenuous. If you find yourself in this position, there are 4 main rules to abide by and they are: keep your position, keep it private, keep it professional, and keep it a priority. […]

1 03, 2023

Should You Contact a Recruiter?
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Should You Contact a Recruiter?
All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Services

Should You Contact a Recruiter?

jobs2023-03-01T11:29:55-05:00Categories: All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Services|Tags: application, bigtechlayoffs, careerchange, employee, employer, employment, Hiring, jobchange, jobsearch, jobseeker, laidoff, layoff, newjob, Recruiter, resume|0 Comments

If your job search has become daunting with little to no sign of (new) employment in sight, it might be a good time to contact a recruiter! Our recruiters work diligently to find each of their candidates their perfect fit and maintain a lasting relationship for not only present but also future opportunities. From submitting your resume to accepting an offer, our services are entirely free. It is our passion to help connect qualified professionals to our extensive client base in positions ranging from entry- to executive level. […]

24 02, 2023

Gap in Employment? Here’s What You Should Do
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Gap in Employment? Here’s What You Should Do
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Gap in Employment? Here’s What You Should Do

jobs2023-02-24T08:29:40-05:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, How To|Tags: career, employee, employer, employment, gapinresume, Hiring, jobsearch, jobseeker, leaveofabsence, Recruiter, resumegap|0 Comments

It’s time to discuss the elephant in the room – a gap in your employment. Statistically speaking, over 50% of Americans have had some sort of gap in their career. Sometimes events happen in life that requires you to take a step back in your career (and that’s okay). Below we’ve compiled a list of ways to navigate these gaps on your resume and even in your next interview! […]

24 01, 2023

Employee Retention – The Untold Story
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Employee Retention – The Untold Story
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Employee Retention – The Untold Story

jobs2023-01-24T14:49:16-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: attrition, business, companyculture, employee, employer, interview, job, jobseeker, retention, turnover|0 Comments

Retention rate is a metric that refers to a company’s ability to “retain” consumers, or in this case, employees. The contrary being attrition rate, or as we more commonly know it, turnover rate. The attrition rate is the pace at which people leave a company whether by force or voluntarily. Prior to accepting a job offer, obtaining insight into these metrics could provide clarity on a number of qualities (or incompetence’s) that the company may possess. Allowing you to make a more educated decision to either accept or deny a role. This blog will uncover [...]

18 01, 2023

Blinded by the Dime
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Blinded by the Dime
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Blinded by the Dime

jobs2023-01-18T09:18:59-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice|Tags: benefits, business, counteroffer, employee, employer, money, raise, Recruiter, salary|0 Comments

Searching for new employment with the sole purpose of a pay increase may not be the best move – here’s why: […]

13 01, 2023

Phone Screen 101
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Phone Screen 101
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Phone Screen 101

jobs2023-01-13T10:13:10-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: candidate, career, employee, employer, humanresources, interview, jobrequirements, jobseeker, openposition, phonescreen, Recruiter, salary|0 Comments

In many recruitment processes, employers narrow down the applicant pool before scheduling interviews by conducting phone screens. Not to be confused with a phone interview, phone screens occur after employers and hiring managers have reviewed resumes and cover letters. Typically, those who appear to be qualified for the position will be phone screened and potentially invited to schedule an interview thereafter. While it’s not an interview, it is a sign that you may be qualified for one or more available positions. […]

12 01, 2023

No References? No Problem
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No References? No Problem
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No References? No Problem

jobs2023-01-12T14:08:51-05:00Categories: General Job Search Advice, General News, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: career, employee, employer, jobreferences, jobseeker, openrole, personalreferences, professionalreferences, Recruiter, references|0 Comments

Providing references can be one of the most difficult tasks during the job application process. This is especially true when you’re new to the job market with limited resources and experience. Luckily, you are not alone, almost everyone goes through this barrier! Here are a few tips that will help you remain a strong candidate, even with a lack of professional references. […]

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