Why Your Company Should Use Stay Interviews
Stay interviews can save your organization a lot of trouble later on. If you work in a Human Resources (HR) or managerial role, chances are you’re familiar with exit interviews, which are generally conducted after an employee gives a notice of quitting. On the contrary, stay interviews are held with current employees in order evaluate […]
5 Questions to Ask in Your Next Professional Job Interview
Many job candidates feel a wave of anxiety before they step into an interview room. Candidates interviewing for professional positions often undergo a rigorous, multi-step interview process. The number one goal of an employer is to see if candidates are a good overall fit for the job, even if the process can be intimidating. When […]
10 Easy Steps for Better Team Communication
Effective communication is the foundation of strong leadership. No matter how intelligent you are, or how many good ideas you have, if leaders can’t communicate properly with their team, all knowledge and ideas become irrelevant. Communication barriers in the workplace mean nothing will ever get done. Poor communication impacts motivation, morale and productivity. If you […]
Benefits of Temporary Employment
Previously, we talked about why an employer may be interested in hiring a temporary employee. However, an employee may wonder why they should accept a temporary assignment. While the benefits from a temporary assignment could be questionable to some, there are definitely pros to working short-term jobs. According to a study by CareerBuilder, temporary employment […]
Spring Cleaning Your Job Search Strategy
Sometimes, we open our doors and opportunity is standing there, and sometimes we have to go out and hunt for it. For many job seekers, searching for the right employment opportunity can take more hunting than planned. When the job search stalls out, you may feel as if your whole life, not just your career, […]
The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Writing a Resume
Think of your resume like a story – your story, in fact. It is the tale of your professional experience and work ethic. You want that story to be good, as it conveys your potential value to a hiring team or prospective employer. A professional, polished resume opens the doors to possibilities. However, that resume […]