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Diversity Hiring: Strategies to Implement

jobs2021-02-23T13:20:54-05:00Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes, General News, Job Efficiency|

Diversity hiring is a practice being implemented and embraced by more and more companies. Diverse workplaces have an array of advantages including higher employee engagement, increased profitability, and higher levels of employee retainment. Workplaces saying that they value diversity is no longer enough, as actions speak louder than words. By definition, diversity hiring is hiring based on merit with special care taken to ensure procedures are free from biases related to a candidate’s age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and other personal characteristics that are unrelated to their job performance. However, so many other things fall under the umbrella of [...]

Dress to Impress: Interviews

jobs2021-02-02T09:10:28-05:00Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers|

It’s no surprise that first impressions are impacted by looks. For this reason, it’s extremely important to dress your best when interview time rolls around. For some, finding that perfect interview outfit is tricky. Others may not even know where to begin when getting dressed for an interview! Either way, don’t stress…We’re here to help! The first step to finding that perfect interview outfit is to know the environment of the company. Of course, you’re going to wear something nice, but the type of company you’re interviewing with could mean the difference between formal attire such as suits, or business [...]

Answer “Why Are You Looking for a New Job?”

jobs2021-01-21T11:07:40-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, How To|

Preparing for a job interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It is always a good idea to prepare some potential questions and answers beforehand. If you are already employed at a different company, the interviewer will likely ask “Why are you looking for a new job?”. […]

Ageism in the Workplace

jobs2021-01-19T08:23:36-05:00Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News, Job Efficiency|

While age is just a number to many, some may find it hard to climb the corporate ladder as the years go on. This may come as a surprise since there are legitimate laws put in place to avoid age discrimination, but it is unfortunately still alive and well. People are being counted out of the workforce as young as their mid-thirties, but there are ways to fight back! Keep reading to find out how to recognize and battle ageism in the workplace. […]

Managing a Remote Team

jobs2021-01-14T14:01:13-05:00General News, Job Efficiency, Motivation, Pandemic|

Businesses and companies have gone global. Communication is at an all-time high. Not only were people forced to work from home throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but now the option is present almost everywhere. Some businesses even outsource their marketing and administrative tasks which means even more remote work. So with all of this globalization and change, the role of managers is evolving as well. Managing a remote team that is not in the same spot at the same time every day is no easy task. While it can be rewarding since there is no restraint on location and the best [...]

Resume Supplements For Success

jobs2020-12-29T16:32:00-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Crafting a resume to perfection can be a tricky task. From deciding what to include and what not to include, to choosing a format and highlighting your accomplishments, there are so many aspects. […]

Year in Review: Fastest Growing Industries of 2020

jobs2020-12-22T09:16:58-05:00General News, In the Community, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

2020 has been a whirlwind year. With the pandemic coming into play and demolishing the economy, many businesses faced brutal hardships or were forced to close their doors for good. However, certain businesses rose to success. This is represented by an increase in sales and customers, high levels of stock growth, and ongoing success. Some businesses achieved this by taking advantage of everyone being at home. Services that benefited people in the home were always welcomed so companies marketed with this in mind. Many of the companies that saw success in 2020 will continue to grow in 2021. Let’s take [...]

Motivate Employees: 5 Things to Try

jobs2020-12-17T12:21:48-05:00Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Motivation|

Motivated employees are the foundation of a company’s success. Finding ways to motivate your employees not only brings more success for the company but also makes the work environment much better. Employees cannot be fully engaged in their work, ready to tackle new challenges, and excited to do their job unless they are motivated. If you’ve noticed a plateau, downfall, or change in the work of your employees it could be a sign that they are lacking motivation. Many teams deal with a lack of motivation and it is not uncommon. There are many ways to solve the problem. Here’s [...]

Avoiding Employee Burnout During the Holidays

jobs2020-12-10T10:04:30-05:00Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News, How to Survive the '9-5', Job Efficiency, Motivation, Uncategorized|

The Holidays are a time full of joy, except at work. After a long 12 month work year, many employees are dragging themselves through these last few weeks before they get some well-earned time off. This is understandable, especially as we reach the end of 2020 which was a whirlwind for all. However, there is still work to be done so managers and HR staff need to be extra vigilant during this time. On the other hand, stress and anxiety about deadlines that need to be met by the end of the year can also lead to employee burnout around this time. […]

Remote Interviews: Tips and Tricks

jobs2020-11-19T09:38:35-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Motivation, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

COVID-19 has more people doing remote work than ever before. This includes hiring managers too! Even when the “new normal” begins to convert back to the old, the way we work is likely to be changed forever. In-person interviews will return eventually, but the option for remote ones will also be present still. It may even be a BIG part of how hiring managers screen candidates or a required step before an in-person interview. Since remote interviews are unconventional but part of life now, it is important to know how to prepare for them. Check out these tips that are [...]