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What’s in Store for 2021: Job Market and Staffing Trends

What’s in Store for 2021: Job Market and Staffing Trends

What can we say about 2020 that hasn’t already been said? In fact, I think some of us might be tempted to not speak of it at all. As much as we may want to put the box labeled 2020 in the darkest corner on the highest shelf in our brains, that decision may be...

10 Great Gift Ideas for People Who Work Remotely -Including You!

10 Great Gift Ideas for People Who Work Remotely -Including You!

It is likely that you or someone you know works from home. In the spirit of the season, you may be feeling like spreading joy and adding some (much-needed) comfort to add to their workspace. Whether your friend or family member is the quirky colleague, techy teammate,...

Ask A Recruiter: What Your Silence Actually Says

Ask A Recruiter: What Your Silence Actually Says

During your job search, you come across a job that piques your interest. You reach out to the recruiter either through email or by applying to the job. You connect and schedule a time to talk further, but in between that initial outreach and your scheduled call,...

The Differences Between a Phone Interview and a Phone Screen

The Differences Between a Phone Interview and a Phone Screen

If you have ever searched for a job, you’ll know that a prospective employer won’t make a hiring decision based on one interaction with you; there are stages to the interview and hiring process. In today’s world, because so many employers use the telephone to make...

Formatting Your Resume When Furloughed and Other Resume Writing Tips

Formatting Your Resume When Furloughed and Other Resume Writing Tips

2020 has changed a lot of things about…a lot of things; millions of Americans have found themselves laid off or furloughed for (possibly) the first time in their lives. If you find yourself in that position, it can be comforting to know you’re not alone, but even...

Thank You, Next: How to Professionally Decline a Job Offer

Thank You, Next: How to Professionally Decline a Job Offer

One of the greatest feelings in the world is receiving a job offer. Not only is it flattering to learn you are the best fit for a role and someone sees potential in you, but it’s also incredibly validating when all your hard work pays off. Being selected as the best...