You applied for a position that’s slightly out of your reach and surprise…you landed an interview. Congratulations! Now it’s up to you to convince the hiring manager you have what it takes to get the job done. Are you up for the challenge? If you are, here are 4 quick tips to help you ace… Read More »
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5 Business Books Everyone Should Read
Professional development is immeasurably important to your success. After 30 years in business and helping thousands of professionals find the next step in their career, we know that continual learning gives you an edge over those who choose to let their skills go stale. If you want to keep your skills sharp and learn something… Read More »
IT Professional in Kansas City? 6 Tips to Help Your Career Thrive
Where you are today in your IT career is a reflection of your skills and abilities. But the question is – where do you want to be tomorrow? If you want to get ahead and take on new challenges, you can’t be complacent. You have to make smart moves right now that will help you achieve… Read More »
Tips for Finding a Job in Kansas City
A few weeks ago, we talked about a CareerBuilder survey that found that 21 percent of employees are vowing to find a new job in the New Year. But even though the job market has rebounded in the past few years, finding a new job is easier said than done. If you’re one of… Read More »
Don’t Stall! Five Career Habits You Should Adopt Today
Do you want to get ahead in your career? Then you need to develop healthy career habits. There are certain behaviors and abilities you can develop and put to use to distinguish yourself among your peers. What are they? Here’s a look at 5 of them: Habit #1: Sharp communicators. As one of the leading employment agencies in… Read More »
5 Ways to Network More Effectively
You know networking is an important part of advancing your career. Techies, just like any other kind of professional, often hear about new opportunities through friends and colleagues. But time is short and you’re busy. So when it comes to actually making connections, what’s the best approach? Here are some steps to help you: Tip… Read More »
6 Steps for Nailing Your Phone Interview
In order to save time and money, companies are increasingly conducting phone interviews in order to screen job applicants before they bring them in for an in-person interview. How do you nail your next phone interview so you can make it to the next step in the interview process? Follow these 6 tips: … Read More »
Job Searching in Kansas City: 2016 Guide
Finding a new job can be a challenging task…unless you’re armed with the right tools. As one of the leading Kansas City employment agencies, Morgan Hunter is just one of those resources. Below, we’re breaking down the basics of a Kansas City job search, so you can land the opportunity of your dreams. Let’s get started!… Read More »
3 Email Templates for Following Up During the Job Application Process
You likely know you should follow up throughout the job search process. But how exactly do you go about doing it? Below are three different email templates – for three different scenarios – you can put to use. Follow up email after applying: Subject Follow up on application for [position title] Body Hello [hiring manager’s… Read More »
Four Ways to Get More From Your Next Industry Event
Despite the advancement of technology and proliferation of services designed to help us connect with people, there’s still nothing quite like meeting face to face. Industry networking events, whether major conferences and trade shows or just a sponsored brunch, remain vital opportunities to connect with other minds in your field. That’s why it’s crucial to… Read More »