Nailing the Phone Interview
The phone interview has become a standard way of contacting job candidates before a formal face-to-face interview. Because the phone interview is a new concept, many job candidates do not know or understand how to interact. Here are a few tips you will need to nail that phone interview: Never do a phone interview when they first call. Always set up a time to do the interview, even if it is an [...]
Understanding Employee Engagement
Understanding employee engagement is difficult for many businesses. The number one key to employee engagement is feedback. While many hiring managers ask for and receive feedback during the hiring process and onboarding, it typically stops there. This is the reason most employees lose interest in their work. To encourage employees to be engaged in the company and their work, you must provide an environment that fosters employee engagement. An employee has a [...]
Job Search Strategies You Should Know
As the job search scene continues to change, job candidates find themselves wondering what are the best job search strategies available to help them land the job of their dreams. You might be wondering the same thing. There are many strategies or tactics you can use in your job search, but here are the top strategies being used today: Hiring managers today are looking for more than just skilled workers, they are [...]
Making Your Workplace Employee Friendly
It is no secret that businesses everywhere want to increase their employee engagement. It has been shown that employee engagement equals higher productivity and increase in overall business. Many companies have discovered that by making the workplace employee friendly, they have better employee engagement. Here are a few things you can do to keep your workplace fresh, engaging, and friendly: Consider starting a wish list for the company. Allow the list to [...]
Desperate Times Call For Desperate…..
You know the saying – desperate times call for desperate measures – however, this should not even enter your mind when searching for a job. Yes, job searches can be challenging and not very fun, however, becoming frustrated and making mistakes that will haunt you, is not the answer. If you are feeling desperate in your job search, be aware of these common mistakes: When you become desperate, you suddenly begin applying [...]
Increase Your Exposure on Social Media
In a recent study, it was shown that businesses are embracing social media for their hiring needs. More than 90% of businesses admit to using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms for posting ads and searching for qualified candidates. While LinkedIn is the post popular social media platform used for recruiting, the other social media platforms are emerging as beneficial for businesses as well. Here are a few ways in which [...]
