Never worked with a Kansas City recruiter before? You might not know what to expect. But one of the most important aspects of the relationship involves establishing goals. When there are clear-cut objectives in place, your recruiter will be better able to match you with career opportunities that are the right fit for you.… Read More »
In the recruiting world, there are two different types of recruiters: Corporate Recruiters and Agency Recruiters. Corporate Recruiters are employed by a company to find candidates for their open positions. Agency Recruiters are employed by a staffing agency. When a company needs to fill a position, they partner with a staffing agency to find… Read More »
A recent CareerBuilder survey revealed that 75% of employers have caught a lie on a resume. So if you’re tempted to exaggerate the truth, fudge facts, or outright deceive on your resume, don’t do it. The odds of getting caught are relatively high and once you are, you’re not only out of the running for… Read More »
Personal branding has been around for decades. But it’s only been in recent years that it’s started to emerge as a key player in career success. It’s mainly thanks to the rise in social media and new technology. And it requires more than a regularly updated LinkedIn profile. For many professionals, it can all… Read More »
When it comes to your career, there are many highs and lows. One of the most common lows is burnout. It can happen to any professional and make Monday mornings a huge drag. But it doesn’t have to sabotage your career and derail your advancement efforts. In fact, you can learn and grow from… Read More »
We all make mistakes. But one on your resume will quickly disqualify you from getting an interview. A recent survey of human resource managers identified seven of the most common mistakes job seekers make on their resumes. These are the blunders the survey respondents said are instant deal breakers: Typos or bad grammar A… Read More »
When it comes to your resume, one of the best ways to make it stand out is by quantifying your accomplishments. This simply means assigning numbers – like amounts, dollars, and percentages – to your achievements. But what if you haven’t been in your career for a long time and therefore don’t have a… Read More »
As an account manager, you’re used to dealing with clients and selling them on your company’s services. However, before you can land a great new sales job, you have to be able to effectively sell yourself to potential employers. How can you do that, all so you can secure the job you want? As… Read More »
Would you want potential employers to see everything you’ve ever posted on social media? If the answer is no, you better start cleaning up your online profiles fast — especially if you’re looking for a new job. According to a recent survey by CareerBuilder, a whopping 70 percent of employers use social media to… Read More »
You’ve heard you need to sell yourself – and your background and experience – during a job interview. But what exactly does that mean? And if you don’t have any sales skills, how exactly do you go about doing that? As one of Kansas City’s top employment agencies, Morgan Hunter has the answers you… Read More »