Searching for a job when you have a job can be a challenge, especially when you are truly only passively searching in hopes of finding “something better”. And why shouldn’t you be passively searching? I always encourage people to explore … Continue reading
Category Archives: Job Seekers
Behavioral Interviewing is an interviewing method used by Hiring Managers to learn more about your past behavior in certain situations. The theory behind digging into those past actions and reactions is the feeling that past conduct and performance is a … Continue reading
More employers are using behavioral interviewing in the hiring process. This type of interview is based on the idea that the best way to predict your future performance is to examine your past and present performance in a similar situation. … Continue reading
Selecting good references is one of the most imperative recruiting tips for applicants. It is the applicant’s job to cultivate relationships worthy of a good reference. To an employer, the reference will show what your personality and work ethic are … Continue reading
One of the toughest things to consider after receiving a job offer is if the compensation offered is fair; and let’s face it, most people have a hard time assigning a monetary value to themselves. The best way to determine … Continue reading
So you have scheduled an interview – congratulations! Now what do you do? Believe it or not, the interview is really not just about communicating to the hiring manager about your skills, education, and work history. To get hired in … Continue reading
The #1 mistake I see people make is to believe the Face-to-Face interview is about their specific qualifications and how they meet the requirements for the position being discussed. In my experience, the “in-person” interview is only marginally focused in … Continue reading
Hiring Managers have high expectations from you once you get to the interview stage. Unfortunately, all too often, Job Seekers fail to do the research necessary to be fully prepared for an effective interview performance. The following recruiting tips will … Continue reading
I recommend my clients do both a background check and reference check of their new team member candidates. Why? As it relates to reference checks, you would be amazed at the number of candidates who select inappropriate references such as … Continue reading
A resume is your opportunity to be on the center stage, under the spotlight, in front of a captivated audience. Turn that spotlight into a highlight by shining yourself in the BEST light! Writing a resume can be a daunting … Continue reading