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10 03, 2023

Red Flags & Why They Could Be Hurting You

2023-03-10T12:00:21-05:00Categories: Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

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 [...]

8 03, 2023

Are you the Right Leader for the Job?

2023-03-07T14:15:22-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

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 [...]

15 02, 2023

Rest Now, Be Better Later

2023-02-15T12:08:27-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General News, How To, How to Survive the '9-5'|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

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. […]

31 01, 2023

Trust the Process

2023-01-31T11:20:50-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, I Am I Can, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

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 [...]

27 01, 2023

Employee Engagement: Why it’s Important to the Success of Your Business

2023-01-26T13:58:46-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, How To, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Employee engagement, or lack thereof, is becoming a major concern within the workforce. A 2022 Gallup survey of over 60,000 people found that only 32% of employees are engaged with their work, compared to 36% in 2020. Employees divulging their “active disengagement,” is an impending challenge and is often associated with an employee feeling undervalued or underappreciated. Disengagement does not happen overnight and employers (should they see fit) should expect to take stride in regaining the reignition of their employees. […]

24 01, 2023

Employee Retention – The Untold Story

2023-01-24T14:49:16-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |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 [...]

30 12, 2022

How to Better Your Customer Service in 2023

2022-12-28T12:10:25-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General News, How To, Motivation|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

According to Microsoft’s most recent Global State of Multichannel Customer Service Report, over 60% of consumers have ceased business with a brand due to a poor customer service experience. Though it may not have escalated to losing your business entirely, you too, have likely experienced poor customer service. Customer service is the backbone of a successful business, regardless of industry/sector. Here we’ve provided 3 important variables that could be lowering your service score and ultimately hurting your business. […]

9 12, 2022

Are You Shorting Your Recruiter

2022-12-09T10:21:04-05:00Categories: All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, How To|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Did you know that over 70% of all jobs are not publicly posted on job boards, LinkedIn accounts, etc.? Many of these job openings are attributed to the creation of jobs for candidates proposed by a recruiter. Even more interesting, over 80% of all open jobs are filled through networking with a recruiter. Connecting with a recruiter is beneficial for both immediate job placements as well as future opportunities. The question is when you contact a recruiter, are you providing them with information relevant to your job specifications/requirements? […]

8 12, 2022

Wage Gaps – Connecting the Dots

2022-12-08T09:53:05-05:00Categories: Behind the Scenes, General News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

2023 is upon us and (hopefully) starting with a bang. Beginning January 1, additional efforts will be made toward eradicating the ever-impending wage gap. To refrain from future wage gaps understanding what they are and why they exist is essential. […]

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