If you’re ready to begin a career in accounting but don’t know where to start, this guide is for you! We’ll break down everything – from different types of positions and skills needed to how to prepare your resume and negotiate salary. Read on to learn how to kickstart your accounting career! … Read More »
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Horror Stories of the Hunt: How Scammers are Disrupting Your Job Search
It can be scary to begin a new job search. You can feel in over your head or not good enough for a position you really want. As if the search process wasn’t chilling enough, scammers are making it even worse with fake job offers.… Read More »
Don’t Settle for Less: How to Ask for a Raise
So, you’ve been at your job for a while now and think it’s time to ask for a raise. Maybe you’re not sure how to go about it and are worried you won’t succeed. Don’t fear! With some careful preparation, you’ll be on your way to getting the raise you deserve. … Read More »
5 Benefits of Working with a Recruiter for Salary Negotiations
Just like buying a house, allowing an experienced professional to negotiate on your behalf can make all the difference. Here are five reasons why working with a recruiter will help you get the best salary deal possible.… Read More »
How temp jobs can help you try before you buy
Whether you’ve decided your current job isn’t for you anymore, or you’re still shopping around for what career path you’d like to get started in, temp jobs are a great solution, and there is no shortage of them right now.… Read More »
Finding the right fit: Business Casual vs. Business Professional
Whether you are new to the business world, starting the interview process or returning to the office post-COVID-19, everyone needs a refresher on the difference between business casual and business professional attire.… Read More »
The rules of the road: navigating a candidate-driven job market for both employers and job seekers
Unlike the streets of downtown Kansas City, roadblocks and detours to the perfect role are a thing of the past for many job candidates (well… somewhat). Essentially, today there are more jobs available than candidates applying for them. So, it’s important that we arm both candidates and employers with the information they need to be successful in their next search.… Read More »
Tips for negotiating your next job offer
It’s exciting to take on a new role but things can quickly become stressful when it comes time for negotiations. Many candidates are afraid asking for a higher salary or better employee perks will lose them the offer they worked so hard to receive in the first place. The reality of it is most companies expect you to negotiate your job offer in some capacity.… Read More »
Three 2021 job market trends that could stay around for a while
Our team of experienced recruiters have witnessed the ebbs and flows of the Midwest’s job market for more than 35 years and worked to help local businesses and candidates navigate the changes that 2021 brought. Here are three of the biggest trends we saw last year, and what they could mean for the 2022 job market. … Read More »
Five ways to improve employee retention amid candidate-driven hiring market
Money isn’t the root of all happiness when it comes to employee retention. Division Director Brian price shares tips to keep your employees challenged, engaged and excited to stay with your company.… Read More »