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How to Overcome First Day Jitters

jobs2022-04-27T13:34:05-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To, I Am I Can, Motivation|

Picture this, you spend 1+ hours doing your hair and/or makeup, pick out the perfect outfit, and rehearse talking points in the mirror to prepare yourself. In this case, we’re not talking about your first school dance, we’re referencing your first day at a new job. You’re likely mentally and physically prepared, but once you step on the scene you may fold in the pressure. Or you may thrive in a new environment in which case you likely won’t benefit from this read. We’re here to help put your mind at ease with a few tips and tricks to make [...]

How to Navigate a Job Search While Currently Employed

jobs2022-04-12T13:20:01-04:00General Job Search Advice, How To|

Looking for new employment does not happen without a little elbow grease especially if you are currently employed. 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. There’s no sugar coating it, finding a job while you have a job is like adding a second job to your already busy life. Lucky for you, our job is to make your job search as easy as possible! […]

Promotion – Are You Afraid to Ask?

jobs2022-03-17T15:45:53-04:00Awards and Recognition, Behind the Scenes, How To, I Am I Can, Motivation|

The word “promotion” is defined as the action of raising someone to a higher position or rank. For our purposes, a promotion consists of two key components, a title change which is accompanied by added responsibilities, as well as a salary increase, and if you are a living, breathing human then I can guarantee you have felt deserving of a promotion at one time or another. I can also imagine that you teetered on the line of asking for the promotion and may have ultimately decided against it. Know that the majority of us are inclined to play it safe [...]

4 Tips for Providing References to Your New Employer

jobs2022-03-16T10:13:40-04:00General Job Search Advice, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|

With The Great Resignation afloat, we can safely assume that the need for professional references will also increase as new positions are acquired. Most companies require a total of 3 references, though some may require more or less, position depending. We recommend you have a list of references, preferably 5 people or more that you can provide to an employer on the spot. That being said, when in a job search it is important to get ahead of the game and brainstorm reliable references if you have not don’t so already. We have selected a few of our favorite tips [...]

Tips for Achieving a Work-Life Balance

jobs2022-03-17T15:18:23-04:00How To, Motivation|

Work-life balance. A term we are all more than familiar with and yet, something that seems so far out of reach. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of a project at work and neglect your personal needs. This is not, by any means, meant to shy you away from getting that project done, but remember that it can easily become a habit to add a little time here and there to your workday, and before you know it, you’re burnt out. In this blog, we will provide you with some tips that you can add to [...]

Attracting Top Talent

jobs2022-03-09T10:45:29-05:00How To|

According to the Labor Department, job openings totaled close to 11 million in December 2021, which is more than 4.6 million above the total unemployment level. It’s now more imperative than ever to give viable candidates a reason to choose you over your competitors. What exactly sets you apart? Our recent interviews have shown a noticeable change in the dedication of candidates to find their perfect job fit whether that takes weeks or months. A simple pay increase, though still greatly appreciated, will no longer be the deciding factor between offers. There are a few steps we recommend taking to [...]

Resigning From Your Job

jobs2022-03-04T15:28:48-05:00How To|

Let’s not sugar coat it, resigning from a job is not the highlight of anybody’s day. It’s uncharted territory and it can be unclear if there is a right or wrong way to do it. We are here to tell you there is a way to professionally give your resignation and still walk away with integrity. […]

How to Properly Conduct Yourself in a Virtual Interview

jobs2022-02-24T10:58:40-05:00Acing the Interview, How To, Pandemic|

The pool of job seekers has increased drastically over the course of the last two years, and it is now more important than ever to set yourself apart from your competitors. Some of us may not have been faced with having to interview for a job in quite some time, and now adding a virtual aspect on top of that can cause frustration. Besides having a beefed-up resume, how you interview can give you a competitive advantage and can hopefully land you that position you want so badly. […]

How to Compose a Resume

jobs2022-02-17T09:27:50-05:00How To, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Writing your resume can seem like an overwhelming task and you may be asking yourself, ‘where do I even begin?’ Whether you are composing your resume with the anticipation of graduating or updating your resume for the first time in years, there are a few crucial components that should be included on ALL resumes. We are here to break it down for you! […]

How to Be More Inclusive in the Workplace

jobs2022-01-27T08:18:12-05:00How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|

We all know diversity and inclusion are necessary for the workplace. But how does it affect the company culture? We’ve compiled a list of ways to improve diversity and inclusivity, how to be a more inclusive colleague, and how to improve inclusion in virtual meetings. Check it out, below. […]