LinkedIn frequently becomes just a box you check when entering the job search. You update your resume, draft a new cover letter, and spruce up your LinkedIn account because you know it’s important for companies to see the latest version of you. Unfortunately, waiting this long could cost you opportunities you never imagined.     The Seeking Never Stops Even if you aren’t […]

The long-awaited summer is the perfect time relax, have fun, and make edits to your resume. Take advantage of the relaxing vibe of summer to help clean up your resume so you’re prepared for any future or impending job searches. Here are four tips to help you get started.   Figure out your ultimate career […]

The end of 2018 is approaching quickly, possibly leaving you wondering what happened to year at all. It feels like you were just thinking about what you wanted to accomplish this year and now it’s time to think about another. You don’t want to wish the time away, but being mentally prepared for the fresh […]

As summer begins to wind down, you might find yourself feeling higher levels of anxiety as the fall season approaches. It isn’t all the pumpkin-flavored foods that are stressing you out – it’s the realization that soon it’s time to juggle your job and your kids going back to school.   While summer brings its […]

Most new hires start a job understanding drug testing is likely part of the deal. Even if a company doesn’t conduct drug tests routinely, all employees are aware it can happen. As an employer, you keep this section in your handbook, but maybe you aren’t really sure how often you should drug test your team. […]

It’s likely you didn’t start your career hoping you could stay in the same position until you retire. Most people have a general idea of where they’d like to go, and usually it involves moving beyond where they are now. One of the best ways to stand out and advance your career is to be […]

The phrase ‘references available upon request’ was once the popular trend for resumes. It showed employers you had people to speak for you, but let job seekers off the hook of actually having to list anyone. As resumes continue to become more streamlined, employers just assume you have references because you should.   Before you […]

One of the most important resources for your company is its handbook. A well-assembled document is helpful for outlining all your policies for easy reference and ensuring all employees are on the same page. It creates the expectations for an organization, both in how employees behave and how they are treated.   A well-written employee […]

Ask most professionals about the job market and their answers will most likely focus on the grim realities. The workforce is changing, and with that the availability of open positions. Companies are outsourcing and downsizing more, creating a shared anxiety among those currently working and searching.   Instead of focusing on everything that might happen […]

Occasionally, you get a clue it’s coming soon. Perhaps your employee seems disengaged at work or leaves the office several times a week for “appointments.” Sometimes it’s out of the blue, a complete shock to your team. No matter the situation, employee resignation is part of the professional reality.   Every employee who leaves will […]