As college seniors prepare for graduation, many may wonder what their chances are of landing a job. According to a new survey by CareerBuilder, the odds of getting hired are in their favor. Seventy-four percent of employers say they plan on hiring recent college graduates this year, up almost 10 percentage points from last… Read More »
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From Employee to Leader: 6 Tips for Getting a Promotion
As one of Kansas City’s most experienced employment agencies, Morgan Hunter knows that getting a promotion isn’t as simple as doing your job. In today’s competitive workplace, you’ll need to take a proactive approach if you want to advance your career. Start by following these six tips: 1. Be on good terms with your boss. If… Read More »
Want the Job? Don’t Make THESE Interview Mistakes
Whether you’re an entry or executive level professional, interview jitters can get the best of you. And when they do, you’re apt to make a mistake. The good news is that if you know about the most common ones ahead of time, you can work toward avoiding them. Here are 6 job interview mistakes… Read More »
Top Career Opportunity: Accounts Payable
Looking for a great accounts payable job in Overland Park or Kansas City? You’ve come to the right place. Each day, recruiters at Morgan Hunter connect talented, dependable candidates with rewarding jobs, including many in the field of accounts payable. If you’re interested, here’s what you can expect from this type of job. What do… Read More »
What Managers Think of March Madness in the Workplace
March is upon us, and the madness of the NCAA Tournament is about to begin. Though it’s estimated that 51 million workers participate in an office bracket pool, and employers stand to lose $1.3 billion in lost productivity, managers’ opinions on March Madness vary. Most Managers Don’t Mind In a recent survey by Office… Read More »
How to Use Social Media to Research a Company’s Culture
You want to be happy where you work. And while a competitive salary, good health insurance, and a great company match on your retirement plan are all important, the biggest factor for job satisfaction is company culture. To be truly happy at work, you need to determine if a company’s culture is right for… Read More »
Know Your Audience: Preparing for a Panel Interview
One-on-one interviews are stressful enough. But a panel can take that pressure to the next level. What can you do to prepare, no matter how many people you’re facing? Here are 5 tips: #1: Don’t get caught off guard. When you’re scheduling the panel interview, make sure you know who you’re going to be interviewing with.… Read More »
Sometimes Working Hard Isn’t Enough. Why You Need This ONE Thing to Advance Your Career.
Want to advance your career in 2017? You know it takes talent and perseverance. But you’re working hard every day and still not moving ahead very fast. The good news is that there are a few steps (one in particular) that can help you advance your career, so you can land the job you really want.… Read More »
Top 10 Most In-Demand Creative Professionals
While the most sought-after professionals typically come from the healthcare and IT fields, people with creative skills are increasingly becoming more in-demand. Companies are starting to realize that creative professionals are vital to their success. If they want to develop innovative products, ideas, and marketing, they know they need accomplished creative people on their… Read More »
Top Career Opportunity: Administrative Assistant
Interested in a career as an administrative assistant? You’re in luck! As one of Kansas City’s top employment agencies, we currently have a variety of administrative assistant positions available. To learn more, visit our online job board. Also, here’s a little bit more about the field – and what to expect from it. What do… Read More »