You’re about to step into a new position in an unfamiliar workplace, and you’re ready to hit this thing hard. You know that the impression you make during your first few weeks will have a powerful impact on your long term success, and you know the basic requirements of your position—But there are plenty to… Read more »
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If you’ve been on the job market for a little too long and you’re starting to feel the pinch regarding the state of your bank account and your plans for the future, then connecting with a temporary staffing agency can bring your plans—and your finances—back on track. And if you’re about to step onto the… Read more »
In a previous post, we discussed the benefits employers gain by hosting well-planned networking events. With the right execution, a great networking event can attract talented potential applicants and create a far-reaching impact on word-of-mouth branding efforts. But networking events aren’t just beneficial to employers. They also allow industry professionals and job seekers to witness… Read more »
Your temporary position begins tomorrow, and you already know that if there’s any possible way you can make it happen, you’d like to turn this temp job into a permanent gig. You haven’t even met your coworkers yet, but you already respect this company, you’ve established a connection with your boss, and you’ve had enough… Read more »
Your temporary position is about to begin, and you have complicated feelings. On the one hand, you’re happy to be heading into a job every day and receiving a steady paycheck. Your work history is on track and you’ll have plenty of new opportunities to meet people, make connections, and learn new skills. On the… Read more »
Resume gaps are a simple, universal reality in the modern working world, and nearly 70 percent of job seekers have some form of sudden job loss or temporary departure from the work force somewhere in their histories. But at the same time, even though most of us have at least one or two gaps in… Read more »
Before the day of your interview, make sure set aside some time to practice with a friend or partner, and go through your answers to the kinds of questions your interviews will be most likely to send your way. Prepare a statement that explains why you’re interested in this job, what you have to offer… Read more »
You’ve decided it’s time to start the next chapter of your professional journey, and after a discreet and strategic job search, you’ve landed the position you’ve been looking for. Congratulations! But before you shift your full attention to your future with your new employer, you’ll still need to make a clean break with your current… Read more »
When you walk into your workplace in the morning, the first few moves you make can have a lasting impact on the productivity and value of your day. But many employees don’t recognize that the last few minutes of the day are just as important when it comes to getting things done, reinforcing positive relationships… Read more »
We’ve all heard plenty of stories about the candidate who burst into the room singing show tunes or did backflips in the hallway to get an employer’s attention. And sometimes almost any unconventional move will get the job done, simply because defying convention shows optimism and courage. But if you plan to take this route,… Read more »