What Every Job Seeker Should Know About the Different Types of People They’ll Meet in an Interview
Preparing for an interview can be nerve-wracking. You’re spending your time learning more about the company, rehearsing your answers and figuring out how to match your experience to your potential employer’s requirements. While we review almost every aspect of the interview dynamic, sometimes we don’t consider the actual personality of
Boost Workplace Productivity All Day with These 5 Tips
There’s a new epidemic sweeping the workplace: presenteeism, or employees who show up to their jobs but are not productive. In fact, a study found that many who go to work every day claim to only be productive 50 percent of their time. Reportedly, that can cost almost $90 million
3 Easy Ways to Turn Your Temporary Position into a Full Time Job
We all know the stress that goes into the job search. More and more, temporary employment agencies are being used by both candidates and employers to find the right fit for the job fast. In fact, a Forbes article reported a survey estimating that 60 percent of employers would start
Four Ways to Make Sure You’re Challenging Your Employees
Happy employees are 12 percent more productive, according to research published by Fast Company. More commonly, those who work for you want to see the purpose of their work and feel appreciated by their employers. Despite this desire, a Gallup poll found only 13 percent of employees around the world
How to Make Your Previous, Boring Job Sound Appealing
Talking about what excites you is simple. A passion swells up within you and you’re selling someone on your experiences without really trying. When interviewing for a new job, the hiring manager wants to see this kind of enthusiasm – but what do you if your old job was boring?
What to Do When a Candidate Fits the Job Description on Paper, But Not in Person?
We’ve all been there – you announce a job, read through the resumes and think you’ve found the right candidate. You select a few applicants to interview and when you finally meet the candidate you thought would be perfect, you find yourself disappointed. Maybe they have an extensive background that