What do you want to learn from a job interview? You need to understand the details of the position, of course. But you should go further than that. You also want to understand the corporate culture and the company’s management style. Remember: you’re not just there to sell your abilities as an employee. You want to make sure […]
Read MoreOutside of unbearably dangerous jobs and some science-fiction scenarios, you don’t want your company staffed completely by robots. You want a team of breathing, feeling humans…people ready to use their experience and innovation to solve your stickiest business problems. In other words, algorithms will only get you so far. You also need original, outside-the-box solutions as well. That means […]
Read MoreWhen you’re in school, your grade point average seems like a big deal. In the professional world, not so much. For some situations, it makes sense to boast about your GPA. For others, it not only wastes resume space, but it can also actively work against you. So how do you know when it’s important to include GPA, especially when applying […]
Read MoreWe know how it goes. The daily grind takes up everyone’s time. You’re just trying to make deadlines and maximize output. You don’t have time to offer your employees a continuing education program. Don’t get short-sighted, though. Yes, continuing education represents an investment. But, like any investment, it can pay off handsomely. No wonder most companies provide some kind of onsite professional […]
Read MoreA Master’s degree can accelerate your career, opening new doors and supercharging your earnings power. Or it can end up an expensive waste of time, a line-item on your resume that never impacts your job prospects. The key is knowing the difference ahead of time, understanding when you should get a Master’s degree and when you should pursue […]
Read MoreNew jobs can be intimidating. And, let’s face it, so can new bosses. A training program conducted solely by authority figures can set an unnecessarily formal tone. A mentoring program for new employees as part of the onboarding process can relieve this stress and lead to other far-reaching benefits. Introducing your fresh hires to their peers during the onboarding process can get rid of some of […]
Read MoreJob searches aren’t just about finding a job. They are also about finding the right job for you. That process involves discovering a position that fits your skills and background, as well as landing a spot at a first-rate organization. And let’s face it: the process is also about getting paid. To do this, you need to know what you can demand for your particular skill set. […]
Read MoreWe’ll likely look back on 2020 as a pivot year in employer-employee relations. Among the many changes that have taken root: the best candidates now expect flexible schedules as part of the normal course of business. Are you on board with the change? Has your company considered switching to flexible hours to attract top talent? Work-from-home has become the new […]
Read MoreFinding the perfect fit for your open jobs is just the first step. Once you find the right prospect, you have to convince them to come aboard. It’s time to make a job offer your chosen candidate can’t walk away from. According to a study conducted by Glassdoor, about 1 in 6 job offers get turned down. In tighter labor markets, that […]
Read MoreHeard of the “Sunday Scaries?” That’s that sense of foreboding you get about dinner time on Sunday, when you realize you’ll have to head to work the next morning. It’s a clear sign you aren’t getting the right levels of satisfaction from your job. Look, work is work. Few people look forward to Monday morning. But, in general, you should like your […]
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