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Creative Resumes: Are They Ok to Use?
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Creative Resumes: Are They Ok to Use?

Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters

Creative Resumes: Are They Ok to Use?

jobs2021-07-20T12:00:53-04:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Have you ever seen a resume that grabs your attention with a burst of color? Creative resumes are a great way to get noticed, however, you don't want the wrong kind of attention. Dressing up your resume with colors and graphics can be a smart move, but only in certain situations. You have to be careful because you risk distracting from your qualifications and achievements. Today we'll be discussing when it is appropriate to use a more creative resume, and why you should (or shouldn't!). When to Use a Creative Resume The easiest way to know if you should have [...]

The Essential Job Interview Checklist
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The Essential Job Interview Checklist

Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice

The Essential Job Interview Checklist

jobs2021-07-15T08:44:53-04:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice|

Job interviews may be the most nerve-wracking experiences we all have to go through in our careers. Knowing that one conversation could significantly affect your career can be rather intimidating. However, if you get too caught up in stressing about the interview itself, it can be easy to overlook certain preparations. There are steps you can take to prepare for a job interview that will help you have more control, and stay calm on the day of the interview. To help you stay organized, we've put together a handy checklist you can use before any interview! Below we've listed the [...]

Breaking Down Types of Employment
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Breaking Down Types of Employment

General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Uncategorized

Breaking Down Types of Employment

jobs2021-07-08T08:39:16-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Uncategorized|

If you’re currently looking for a new position, you’re probably looking at many job descriptions each day. All of the different terminologies can get confusing. If you’re not sure what the difference is between contract to hire and direct hire is, we’re here to help! We’ll break down all the different ways a job can be classified, and what they mean. In addition, we’ll discuss the different payment structures and work hours as well. […]

Strategies for Professional Growth
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Strategies for Professional Growth

Job Efficiency, Motivation, Networking

Strategies for Professional Growth

jobs2021-07-06T08:46:19-04:00Job Efficiency, Motivation, Networking|

Many employees seek growth within their careers. Professional growth and career advancement offer some pretty attractive benefits including higher salaries, greater respect, and more exciting projects. It doesn’t happen overnight, but there are some strategies that may help you become a stronger employee, and set you up for success down the road. Improving upon your skills and taking on more responsibility at work are just a couple of ways you can accelerate your professional growth. Check out the rest: […]

Picking the Right Candidate When There’s More Than One
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Picking the Right Candidate When There’s More Than One

Behind the Scenes, How To

Picking the Right Candidate When There’s More Than One

jobs2021-07-01T13:04:38-04:00Behind the Scenes, How To|

Some companies struggle to find the right candidate for their team. Others, however, deal with the problem of having one too many “perfect fits”. While this is a nice, and enviable, problem to have, it’s still a tough choice. Hiring the wrong candidate can be costly, and employers should have no regrets when reflecting on the hiring process. When two candidates have similar or equivalent qualifications and experience, deciding on the better one seems impossible. Despite the chance of multiple candidates being qualified, there are other strategies employers can use to narrow things down. […]

When Do Employers Use References?
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When Do Employers Use References?

Acing the Interview, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers

When Do Employers Use References?

jobs2021-06-30T12:29:26-04:00Acing the Interview, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

Although your resume holds a lot of weight when applying to a new position, you also need previous references who will attest to who you are as an employee. Putting in the extra time and effort to select and provide references is imperative. But when do companies conduct the reference checks? […]

Industry Spotlight: Construction
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Industry Spotlight: Construction

Industry Spotlight

Industry Spotlight: Construction

jobs2021-06-30T12:33:07-04:00Industry Spotlight|

The demand for employees in the construction industry is always growing during the spring and summer seasons. This means that the opportunities are endless for someone looking to break into the field. While a large number of roles in construction involve heavy-duty labor and sometimes unpleasant working conditions, the high-demand job has an array of perks that make this one of the top fields to work in. […]

Incentivize Your Workforce
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Incentivize Your Workforce

Awards and Recognition, How To, Job Efficiency

Incentivize Your Workforce

jobs2021-06-30T13:16:53-04:00Awards and Recognition, How To, Job Efficiency|

Driving productivity is probably something on the agenda of every manager right now. And with a modern workforce, come modern methods to do so. Incentivizing employees is something happening within more and more companies, and it’s paying off. While some may fear that their money will go to waste, the exact opposite is happening. Companies who incentivize their workforce are seeing higher profits AND higher productivity from their staff. There is a multitude of ways to do this, from employee recognition programs to compensation-based incentives. Check out these ideas and implement incentives for your team. Productivity will be sure to [...]

Resume Gaps: Fighting the Battle
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Resume Gaps: Fighting the Battle

General Job Search Advice, Resumes & Cover Letters

Resume Gaps: Fighting the Battle

jobs2021-05-06T11:35:01-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Explaining an employment gap in your resume can be extremely challenging. It’s something that may raise flags to employers, so you will almost always be questioned about it. Whatever the reason for your absence from the workforce, a potential employer will typically want an explanation. While a gap in employment isn’t great to have on your resume, it’s certainly not a deal-breaker. It’s just important that you approach it correctly, and we’ll explain the best way below. […]

The Elevator Pitch
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The Elevator Pitch

Networking

The Elevator Pitch

jobs2021-05-06T11:28:48-04:00Networking|

Networking is a staple of every career. Attending events such as job fairs or open houses for different companies serve as a great way to make new connections. However, if you’ve ever been to one of these events, you know that the time allotted to actually make these meaningful connections is very short. To make the most of this, many individuals opt to prepare an elevator pitch. […]