The Discreet Job Search
People often approach job searches with one of two attitudes: loud and proud or discreet and secretive. Each approach has a time and place. If the person seeking a job ......
People often approach job searches with one of two attitudes: loud and proud or discreet and secretive. Each approach has a time and place. If the person seeking a job ......
Company mission statements are cornerstones to business. These phrases give purpose to the products and services provided and the values maintained. Many businesses hope these missions will guide...
Recruiters enjoy what they do. What’s not to love? The recruitment industry is made up of people who thrive on the company of other people. They get to have purposeful conversations, ......
Recruiters are hot commodities these days. They are company confidants and allies to job seekers. Sometimes they are in-house, working directly for a company. Other times recruiters represent...
Do job seekers seem more confident in telephone interviews than in-person interviews? Phone interviews are becoming the norm, but are they effective? For some job seekers, the answer is no. ......
The unrecruitable employee is no urban myth. Even in a shaky economy, loyalty reigns. When people are loyal to employers and companies, it seems impossible to sway them towards change. This ......
Job seekers are encouraged to attend job fairs, but not for the reason everyone thinks. Those who actively participate in these events have opportunities to exercise their professional abilities....
Sooner or later growing businesses need Human Resource (HR) departments. Company culture and employees are the support beams on which a strong company is built. A trustworthy, talented, and...
Do employers experience unspoken pressure during interviews? If interviewers wants to raise workplace appeal and attract high calibre job candidates, the answer is yes. By asking open-ended...
Gone are the days of getting a job with only a cover letter and resumé. Many factors including economic recessions and technological advancements have made the job market much more ......
Teaming up with a recruiter accelerates the job search process and makes it possible to land a rewarding job. Recruiters connect unique talent with potential employers. It is important to ......
In a deflated economy, attracting employees should be easy – right? Too often, companies assume posting positions online is enough to invite qualified applicants. The truth is that it is ......
Congratulations. Your resume has been accepted and you are scheduled for an interview. Now is the time to prepare for the first introduction. This is how an employer gets a ......
Everyone uses social media sites, but not everyone uses them well. The secret to using online networks for professional advancement is to optimize your profile so it reflects your personal ......
A résumé is a living document. As an employee achieves career milestones and increases his or her value, it is important to make note of these accomplishments. The refreshed résumé can ......
An independent job search is a job like no other; there is no system of operation to follow nor a supervisor to report to. This poses a great challenge to ......
A new generation is entering the workforce. Some businesses are welcoming recent university graduates who possess unique talent, influence, and tech savvy skills. Others are unsure of how to...
Does the current job market favour youth? Some say yes, but others disagree. While seeking a job after 50 is said to be an overwhelming and lengthy process, some of ......
Social technology offers recruiting tools that make life simple – in theory. When used correctly, networks like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter optimize and automate the process of finding and...
Today’s recruiters combine technology and communication skills to grow teams of talent. With social media networks becoming popular recruitment tools, the process of finding and screening...
The saying, “You can be whatever you want to be,” is true today. Unique passions are leading people to their dream jobs. These positions offer more than paychecks; they are ......