Jobseekers are recipe-less bakers, often left to figure out what a company is looking for, its culture and day-to-day expectations all on their own. But, it doesn’t have to be that way. From my experience as a recruiter, I’ve found there are many misconceptions about what recruiters can offer for candidates, and how the process typically works. … Read More »
The decision is not always cut and dry, and it’s wise to discuss all angles with a trusted mentor or your recruiter, who can help you weigh all the pros and cons of each option.… Read More »
It’s definitely OK to ask if you got the job after a successful interview and, in fact, shows initiative. (Just learn to do it the right way.)… Read More »
Every year, you vow to hit the gym more, drop that bad habit, or finally book that trip you’ve been longing to take. But how often do you make career resolutions for the new year? Maybe you’ve been pining for a new job, or that big promotion. Or maybe you’d just like to enhance your… Read More »
When companies need extra help, many turn to temporary employees. Whether you require additional people during the holidays, or you need to expand your staff for a special project, temporary employees are the perfect solution. The problem? Some organizations find that temporary employees are not as engaged as their permanent staff. How can you, as… Read More »
Every third Thursday of the month, we answer questions submitted to us from Kansas City area job seekers and employers. This week Senior Recruiter and Director of our Administrative Division Stephanie Smithmier answers a question from an anonymous job seeker who asked why they should work with a recruiter. Though the recruiting industry is more… Read More »
Your staffing partner has sourced and vetted a handful of high-quality candidates. Now it’s up to you to interview them and make a final decision. But how can you get behind the candidate mask and gain real insight into each candidate? Beyond the typical “tell me about yourself” inquiries, here are 8 thought-provoking job… Read More »
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 team.… Read More »
The U.S. is projected to create approximately 7.2 million jobs in the next five years. And according to a recent CareerBuilder study, the following five industries will experience the most job growth by 2020: Electronic Shopping Current Jobs: 245,403 Projected 5-Year Growth: 32% In the past five years, online shopping revenues have grown exponentially,… Read More »
Brands have traditionally been associated with large corporations, but with the proliferation of social media, most people now have their own personal brand, whether they know it or not. Your Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media profiles have shaped your online personality, in effect creating your own personal brand. Once you start thinking about… Read More »