At Morgan Hunter, we interview more than 250 candidates a month. We know what it takes for a job seeker to have a successful interview. And now we are sharing our knowledge with you. In this eBook, you will learn: How to answer the 10 most common interview questions What to focus on… Read More »
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6 Cost-Effective Ways to Market Your Business
As a leading Kansas City recruitment firm, Morgan Hunter knows that with so much invested in overhead, marketing can oftentimes take a back burner for many companies. However, it’s a function that’s fundamental for business success. It can help you gain credibility and trust, win new clients, and attract top talent. The good news is that you can market… Read More »
28 Percent of Employers Do Not Conduct Background Checks of New Employees
More than one in four employers don’t conduct background checks before they hire a candidate, according to a new survey by CareerBuilder. Considering a bad hire costs about $17,000, the relatively large number of employers who choose not to perform background checks is a bit surprising. “If an employee isn’t well-suited for the job… Read More »
How to Reboot Your IT Career After Being Laid Off
You did everything right. Earned a college degree in a high-demand tech field. Networked your way to a great job. Showed up at work on time and ready to deliver great results. But now, like so many others, your company is experiencing budget cuts…and you’re one of the unlucky ones. It’s a tough pill… Read More »
4 Things to Consider Before You Accept a Job Offer
Getting offered a new job is a great feeling. Finally, all your hard work has paid off. But now you need to decide if you want to accept the offer. For some job seekers, the decision will be easy. For others, not so much. You may have learned some things throughout the interview process… Read More »
Planning for 2017: Key Questions to Ask Before Drafting Your Staffing Plan
The purpose of a staffing plan is to ensure your company has sufficient staff with the right skills and experience to meet objectives. Sounds straightforward enough, right? But, as one of the leading recruiting firms in the Kansas City Metro area, Morgan Hunter knows that determining optimal staffing levels can be a challenging task, no matter what industry you’re in. Too many workers… Read More »
How to Find Top Talent in a Candidate-Driven Job Market
During the Great Recession, the U.S. lost 8.7 million jobs, the unemployment rate hit 10 percent, and employers were controlling the job market. Looking back, we’ve certainly come a long way. Since 2010, the private sector has added 14.5 million jobs and the unemployment rate currently stands at five percent. In this new job… Read More »
The Proper Etiquette to Ask if Someone is Hiring
You know that if you’re searching for a new job, networking is an important part of the process. In fact, according to a report by ABC News, up to 80 percent of jobs are found through networking. And yet, asking your connections about possible career opportunities at their own companies can get awkward. You… Read More »
How Employers Find and Hire Talent
What goes through the mind of a recruiter when filling a position? That’s what talent-management company Jobvite sought to uncover with their Annual Social Recruiting Survey. They asked 1,600 recruiters and HR professionals what factors they consider when finding and hiring talent. Here’s what they discovered: What are the most important factors to… Read More »
Thank You for 30 Years
Today Morgan Hunter is celebrating 30 years in business! We wanted to extend our thanks to you — without people like you, our success would not be possible. On October 26, 1986, Jerry Hellebusch started Morgan Hunter with only a handful of people. Today, Morgan Hunter Companies employs over 50 people and is recognized as… Read More »