4 Ways to Improve Your Tech Skills and Become More Hirable

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  You want to advance your tech career. But that’s tough to do when you have a gap in your skill set. Whether it’s with a certain programming language or your ability to manage IT projects, the results are the same: You’re overlooked for new opportunities and promotions. What can you do? You need a… Read More »

Fastest Growing Careers in Kansas City

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  Looking for a new job in Kansas City? Thinking of relocating to the area and wondering what the fastest growing careers are? There’s good news. As of February 2018, the Kansas City unemployment rate was 3.5%; that’s lower than the national average of 4.1%. There are a lot of career opportunities in Kansas City,… Read More »

Make More Money with These 4 Hot Skills

  Whether you’re looking for your first job or your fifth, there are certain skills that today’s employers want to see in candidates. These skills tend to be transferable, extending beyond industries and impacting job seekers regardless of field, abilities, and experience. When you have them, they can offer you a competitive advantage, meaning more… Read More »

How Important Are LinkedIn Endorsements to Your Job Search?

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  Gone are the days of simply needing a resume and cover letter in your job search. Today, you also have to be on social media, particularly LinkedIn. And part of that experience involves Endorsements. These are simply a way for those you know to vouch for the skills you have. But how important are… Read More »

Interview and Body Language Mistakes That Can Cost You the Job

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  Almost half of employers (49 percent) know if a candidate is a good fit for the job within the first five minutes of an interview. That’s according to a new survey by CareerBuilder that asked employers about the most memorable interview mistakes candidates have made.  These employers had plenty to say about the sometimes… Read More »

What’s the Difference Between a Career Coach and a Mentor? (and Why You Should Look for Both)

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  Zig Ziglar once said, “A lot of people have gone further than they thought they could because someone else thought they could.” In many cases, those “someone else’s” are mentors and career coaches. But what’s the main difference between the two and how can they impact your career? Here’s an overview: A career coach:… Read More »

The Three Skills You Didn’t Realize Your Marketing Career Needed

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  In the world of marketing, things are constantly changing. If you don’t stay up to date and on top of new developments, you’re going to get left behind. That said, it’s impossible to gain a grasp and become an expert in every aspect of marketing. So what key areas should you be focusing on?… Read More »

Creativity Meets Tech: How to Market Yourself Effectively as an IT Professional

  As a tech professional, you’re in demand. But that doesn’t mean getting a job in the field is going to be easy. As leading KC tech recruiters, Morgan Hunter knows you’re going up against other smart, passionate and driven candidates who want the position as much as you. So how you can stand out… Read More »

7 Jobs Popular with Millennials

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  Millennials entered the workforce at an interesting time. The Great Recession made finding a job next to impossible, and the internet was transforming the way people do business. Despite the hurdles they had to overcome, many Millennials were able to start meaningful careers. SmartAssest, a personal finance technology company, looked at data from the… Read More »

Showcase Your Leadership Skills with These Responses to Common Interview Questions

  You know it’s important to prepare answers to common questions before an interview. But are you prepared to answer them in a way that demonstrates your leadership abilities? As leading KC recruiters, Morgan Hunter knows that today’s employers want people with drive, whether or not you’re interviewing for a job in the world of… Read More »