The pandemic, changing job seeker needs, economic trends, and general uncertainty about the future makes recruiting in 2021 a challenge. While challenging, it’s not impossible. Sometimes the best leaders get so caught up in chasing the latest trends, they lose sight of the fundamentals of … [Read more...] about Recruiting 101: (Re)Learning the Basics of Effective Recruiting (and Why Everyone Needs to Do It)
I’m sure you’ve seen the job descriptions that look like they’re seeking professionals who can do everything and then some. It’s widely known that writing a job description in this way can be intimidating and turn off a lot of job seekers. What’s less known is that it turns off job seekers largely … [Read more...] about Ask A Recruiter: Should I Apply for a Job If I Don’t Meet all the Requirements?
There are many misconceptions about what it is like to work in a collections position. The general myth is that it's a grueling role where you make phone calls to angry people who yell at you all day. In reality, this couldn’t be further from the truth. A career track in account recovery or … [Read more...] about 4 Surprising Aspects of Collections Roles That You Probably Didn’t Realize Were Myths
One of the toughest questions interviewers ask is, “Tell me about your weaknesses." The question itself is simple enough, but there’s a fine line job seekers need to walk. You must be able to give a meaningful answer without making yourself appear unqualified for the role. It’s nerve-racking even … [Read more...] about How to Talk About Your Weaknessess in an Interview
Most job seekers believe the process of obtaining a new job is straightforward: you apply, interview, and if you’re lucky, you’ll receive a job offer. If you don’t? Rinse and repeat. In reality, job searching is far more nuanced than playing a game of large numbers. For some professionals, what … [Read more...] about Should You Take That Counteroffer? 5 Questions to Ensure You’re Making the Right Decision
When you are looking for a new role, it’s important to have a resume that properly reflects the skills and professional experiences you bring to prospective employers. However, some companies like to get creative with their job titles. If you have held a position where your job title doesn’t clearly … [Read more...] about What to Do When Your Job Title Doesn’t Reflect Your Responsibilities
Employee turnover comes at a very high cost to an organization. A lack of dependable, long-term employees can affect the integrity of institutional knowledge, lower employee morale, and dramatically increase operational costs. If your workforce is suffering from a lack of reliability, the best thing … [Read more...] about You Can Count on These 5 Interview Questions to Find Dependable Professionals
A new job is equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. New jobs can be both challenging and rewarding. There’s a lot to learn, and it can feel overwhelming at times. You want to do your best and be successful, but it’s not always clear the best way to show your commitment and determination when you … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Stand Out Professionally During Your First 30 Days of a New Job
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 crucial hiring decisions, it can be … [Read more...] about The Differences Between a Phone Interview and a Phone Screen
Virtual interviews are becoming a popular tool in the hiring world. During a virtual interview, the candidate and employer meet face-to-face via computer (technically speaking, webcam to webcam) rather than in person. This is a relatively new occurrence and if you’re not familiar with all aspects of … [Read more...] about 10 Simple Technology Tips That Will Take Your Virtual Interview to the Next Level
Seasonal jobs can serve multiple purposes. They can be a great way to earn some extra cash during the summer and holiday seasons, but they can also help pave the way to a permanent position. After the “busy season”, some employers will extend permanent job offers to their top seasonal … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help You Find a Seasonal Job
Adjusting to a remote work environment can be challenging –even for the most productive workers. Just like when you are in the office, there are certain guidelines of professional etiquette that should be followed when working remotely. Below are 5 tips to help you be successful when working from … [Read more...] about 5 Remote Work Etiquette Rules You Probably Didn’t Know
You have an interview coming up and a scheduling conflict arises. How do you reschedule or cancel an interview while remaining professional? 1. Notify Your Interviewer as Soon as Possible Changing the date and time of your interview will impact more than just you and your interviewer. Try to … [Read more...] about How to Professionally Cancel (or Reschedule) an Interview
You have spent hours searching for your dream job and just came across a posting that matches your skillset perfectly. You have your resume ready to go, but you notice the application process requires a cover letter. The panic starts to set in; you are not a professional writer, but you need to … [Read more...] about A Step-By-Step Guide to Writing Cover Letters
How you present yourself to others in the workplace is vital to being successful. Whether you are interacting with others face-to-face or digitally, learning how to manage your professional relationships and maintain good etiquette is important for your job security as well as your employer’s … [Read more...] about 5 Best Practices of Workplace Etiquette
You recently updated your resume, you’re applying to more jobs than you can count, and when it’s interview time, you are dressed to impress, and yet….no job offer. What’s going on? For better or worse, your professional presentation is a whole greater than the sum of its parts. Even when you are … [Read more...] about 7 Simple Ways to Stop Selling Yourself Short
Trying to decide between a temp-to-hire or direct hire opportunity? Whether you are a job seeker or an employer looking to hire new talent, it is important for you to understand the differences between temp-to-hire and direct hire positions. Temp-to-Hire In a temp-to-hire role, a candidate will … [Read more...] about Temp-to-Hire and Direct Hire Positions: Here’s What you Need to Know
In the employment world, staffing agencies help businesses fill open positions by streamlining the time and resources needed to source and vet quality applicants. They then deliver this vetted shortlist of candidates to their clients. Even though staffing agencies specialize in searching for talent, … [Read more...] about Ask a Recruiter: 5 Things We Wish All Hiring Leaders Knew About Staffing Agencies
