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What’s the biggest challenge for job seekers in today’s market, and how can they overcome it?

2025-12-31T11:11:00-05:00General Job Search Advice, How To, Motivation|

Q: What’s the biggest challenge for job seekers in today’s market, and how can they overcome it? A: The biggest challenge for job seekers today is standing out in an increasingly competitive, skills-driven market. With many employers relying on AI to screen resumes, it’s no longer enough to list experience simply. Candidates need to highlight measurable results, specialized skills, and adaptability. Job seekers also face high competition for desirable roles, navigating remote and hybrid opportunities with global applicant pools, and keeping pace with rapid technological and industry changes. Cultural fit has become equally important, as employers evaluate alignment with [...]

Ask Roxy: What suggestions do you have for attracting qualified candidates to your company?

2025-12-15T15:37:39-05:00Behind the Scenes, How To|

Q: What suggestions do you have for attracting qualified candidates to your company? A:  This is a common challenge many employers are facing right now. Here are a few strategies you can use to attract and secure talented candidates: Encourage employee referrals: They tend to bring in stronger cultural fits and higher retention rates. Share employee stories and testimonials. Candidates are drawn to companies that feel human and value their people. Engage with recruiters or staffing firms: A specialized recruiter can quickly identify and qualify top talent. Streamline your hiring process because a long or unclear process can turn [...]

What’s Off-Limits? Understanding Illegal Interview Questions

2025-06-16T10:57:31-04:00Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News|

Job Interviews are common practice and one of the most critical components of any hiring process. Yet, hiring managers will often take freedom with the interview process and the questions they ask. Unknowingly (or often knowingly) hiring managers will ask interviewees illegal questions. According to a survey conducted in April, 32% of hiring managers admit they knowingly ask illegal questions. There are a variety of reasons that prompt such questions, however, asking an interviewee personal characteristic questions may be viewed as discrimination, as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.  Furthermore, questions like these often [...]

Start the New Year Right

2022-12-22T09:16:48-05:00Job Efficiency, Motivation|

The holidays have come and gone, and you may be feeling keen on a new year and a new you. January is a wonderful time for reflection, as well as short and long-term goal setting. Naturally, this process looks different for everyone, but it’s important to put your best foot forward when walking into the new year. We’ve gathered five central ideas to help you get set for the new year. We recommend beginning the process with a yearly review. It’s a perfect way to start the year to help you learn what worked well, what pitfalls you encountered, [...]

Advice for a December Graduate

2022-11-02T14:46:43-04:00General Job Search Advice, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters, Services|

Congratulations December Graduates! Whether you are graduating a semester early or a semester late, you are finally at the finish line. Completing your degree is an exciting accomplishment, you should be proud of making it to the end! Before you begin wrapping up your final exams and assignments you may be thinking, when is the best time to start applying for a job? There is no clear answer. Based on your plans, goals, and needs your next step may look different than your fellow graduates. However, if you are ready to begin your professional career, we have some advice [...]

Etiquette for Texting in the Workplace

2022-10-31T15:35:13-04:00Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Pop Culture Perspective|

Work Texting: Etiquette and Timeliness   These days, having a cell phone in your pocket is the norm over having a landline at home. The same is true for having a cell phone in the office as well. Knowing this, what is the best way to communicate with an employee, coworker, or client? When trying to reach someone for work-related matters, depending on the situation, we want them to see it as soon as possible. Sending a text message is quick and easy, but is it professional? Here are some tips for work-related texting and etiquette to help you [...]

Advantages of Working with a Recruiter

2022-02-04T09:24:13-05:00All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice|

Conducting a job search on your own can feel overwhelming. From searching for the right position to ensuring the right fit within a  company, to getting your foot in the door. Utilizing a recruiter can help in all aspects of your job search. Here are some advantages of working with a recruiter. Check it out! […]

Tips for Putting in Your Two Weeks’ Notice

2022-02-02T07:47:47-05:00Behind the Scenes, Link Roundups, Resources for Job Seekers|

Deciding to put in your two weeks at your current job is a big decision. How do you tell your boss, manager, coworkers properly? We’ve compiled a list of how to put in your two weeks, templates in doing so, how to properly leave your job, and more. Check it out! […]

How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” In an Interview

2022-01-25T08:10:52-05:00Acing the Interview|

Interviews are put in place not only for a company to determine if you have the right skills for a job, but to further understand your knowledge, expertise, and what type of employee you are. One of the most common interview questions that are asked, is “why do you want to work here?”. Companies will ask this question to know your intentions, your preparedness, and to determine whether and why you would be a good fit. Here’s how to answer. […]

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