Career fairs can seem more like cattle calls for candidates. However, as one of the leading Kansas City employment agencies, Morgan Hunter knows if you take the right approach, you can stand out and get noticed by hiring managers. Here are 6 tips to help you get the most from your next Kansas City career fair: Tip #1. Do… Read More »
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6 Things You Should Never Say in a Job Interview
Believe it or not, landing an interview is the easy part of job hunting. The hard part is convincing the hiring manager that you are — above all other candidates — the best person for the job. Most job seekers will prepare and practice answers to common interview questions. Equally as important is knowing… Read More »
5 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job
In a recent survey, LinkedIn found that 85 percent of employed adults would be open to talking with a recruiter. These people, referred to as “passive” candidates, recognize that something better could be out there, and they’re willing to explore other opportunities. But they’ve become comfortable in the job they have. It’s human nature to… Read More »
How to Interview for a Position That You Might Feel Underqualified For
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 »
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 those… 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 »