Next to your resume, cover letters also contribute to your potential employer’s first impression of you. With that being said, a polished put-together cover letter will hopefully land you an interview with your dream company. A cover letter can either raise your chances of getting that interview or completely crush those chances. Here are a…
Read More »You love your candidate’s resume and you think that their personality would be a perfect fit for your company. Although everything seems great and you think you found your next long-term employee, it is important to make sure this person is who they say they are. Asking a candidate for at least three references is…
Read More »Interviews are nerve racking and can often make candidates feel uncomfortable. As the interviewer, you should try to calm the interviewee’s nerves. Making the job candidate comfortable can make a world of a difference for both the interviewer and the interviewee. Before the Interview Pre-interview nerves are not fun. They are especially unpleasant when…
Read More »Job interviews are your time to shine and show that you are the best candidate for the position. Preparation is extremely important when it comes to acing that interview. You need to make sure that you are ready to answer each question to the best of your ability. Even more importantly, you need to…
Read More »“What are your strengths and weaknesses?” “Where do you see yourself in 5 – 10 years?” “Why do you want to work for our company?” We’ve all heard these questions before. Candidates often assume that you are going to ask them these standard interview questions. Try asking your interviewees more unique questions in order to…
Read More »Interviews can be frightening and often make potential candidates shake with fear just by hearing the word “interview”. However, nerves do not necessarily have to be a bad thing. These jitters mean that you are eager and excited to possibly work with the company that you are interviewing for. Here are a few tips…
Read More »A strong company culture is extremely important to maintain. With that being said, finding the best culture fit is something that companies should carefully consider. High turnover rates can be costly. Hiring candidates based on your company’s culture and shared beliefs and values results in a more efficient positive work environment. Defining Company Culture Defining…
Read More »As cliché as it sounds, there is no “I” in team. Teamwork is a vital part in making a positive work environment and a successful company. Collaboration with fellow coworkers allows your staff to learn and grow. Here are some tips that will give your company the opportunity to strengthen your teamwork. Group Tasks There…
Read More »Interviews can be nerve wracking and are something that most people fear. However, interviews do not have to be so intimidating when you know the correct questions to ask during a job interview. Knowing questions to ask your potential employer are key to success in the interview process and will make the employers know that you truly care…
Read More »Whether you’re a graduating senior from college or someone who is looking for a job change, making sure that your resume is an accurate representation of your hard work and accomplishments is key to landing that interview. Here are some tips and tricks that will help improve your resume and confidence when finding your dream job. Format:…
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