LinkedIn recommendations are not a substitute for complete references of your candidates, but they can help you make a decision. How do you know which recommendations are genuine and which are just fluff? There are a few ways to notice the differences between good and not-so-good. When you’re looking at LinkedIn recommendations, here are the… Read more »
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Do You Know What Can Be Asked (Legally) in an Interview?
The interviewing process has caused many sleepless nights and anxiety attacks for plenty of job seekers. When you add to it the concerns of how to answer inappropriate questions, or what questions are inappropriate at all, it can become more nerve wracking. So how do you know what a potential employer can and can’t ask… Read more »
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You Need to Delegate. Get Your Staff to Buy in
Delegation is a delicate art. As a manager it is your job to ensure that your staff takes on the tasks that need to be completed and well executed. You’ve hired a staff that is competent and professional so it is important that you use their skills in the best ways possible and not fall… Read more »
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What’s the Most Effective Way to Communicate in a Job Process?
While you’re searching for a job, there are plenty of instances when the communication needs to be initiated by the hiring company. But there are other times when it is up to you to communicate to the hiring manager. You need to be in control of your job search as much as possible. How do… Read more »
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Offering Competitive Salaries Will Pay Off
The old adage is true – you do get what you pay for. Since the recession ended, companies have had a hard time reconciling their budget against new-hire salaries. But when a company wants to save money and offers lower salaries, they often have issues with a poor talent pool and high turnover. Those problems… Read more »
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4 Ways to Overcome Gaps in Your Career
Not every career follows a straight and narrow path. What do you do when there have been detours along the way? Resume gaps are often looked at as a red flag by potential employers, but they don’t always tell the whole story. If you have been climbing the corporate ladder by the stairs, how do… Read more »
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“Because I Said So” Isn’t Very Effective
Good leaders can inspire their team and encourage them to aim for the company goals. Sometimes decisions can sound difficult or challenging to your employees no matter how loyal they are to you as a manager. Approaching your team like a group of toddlers by saying “because I said so,” is the least effective ways… Read more »
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Call Center Representative Profile | Dallas TX
You’ve probably noticed several postings lately for call center representatives in the greater Dallas area. As technology and businesses move into this part of Texas, support positions follow quickly. Call center representatives have a vital role in many organizations. If you’re considering pursuing a job as a call center rep, here are some things you… Read more »
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Are Passive Job Seekers the Answer?
When your company is struggling to find the right candidates how can you stop the insanity of reviewing hundreds of unqualified resumes? Have you ever considered hiring a passive job seeker for your opening? A passive job seeker is someone currently employed and not actively seeking a new opportunity. But how do you find these… Read more »
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Are These Unique Resume Formats Right for You?
Is your skillset unique or not standard for your industry? If so, you may be finding that conventional resume formats don’t tell your story in the right way. You might benefit from some more creative resume solutions. Without going too far to the opposite extreme, considering an alternative resume format for your professional narrative might… Read more »