There is a lot of advice for job seekers regarding resumes and interviews but what happens when the interview is over and you’ve received a job offer? Salary negotiations may be the most important conversation you have with your new employer so it is essential that you are prepared. Here are some tips to successfully… Read more »
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Should You Hire Millennials for Management Positions?
Millennials, or Generation Y, are entering the workforce at a rapid pace. Many managers from other generations are finding it difficult to keep up with the increased demands from their younger employees. Many younger employees are expecting collaboration and flexibility that haven’t been seen in the workplace before. Now older millennials have reached the stage… Read more »
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Turn Your Summer Temporary Position into a Career
Did you know that your summer job could become a bridge to your next full time career move? Working short term summer projects gives you an advantage over other potential candidates when permanent jobs become available within the client company. Your job as the temporary employee is to make a great impression and keep them… Read more »
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Marketing Resume Red Flags
Sales and marketing both require a certain level of confidence, ability to make sales, and some bravado, but where does the line get crossed between superstar talent and B.S. artist? When you’re hiring a marketing professional you want to know if your new hire will be able to live up to their resume or if… Read more »
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4 Apps All Job Seekers MUST Use
Today’s hyper-connected digital world really makes communication quick and easy. Mobile phones and the apps they provide are not a passing fad in the marketplace, they really are revolutionary technology that will change the way we engage with others and the world around us. Even the job search is being affected by social media and… Read more »
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Top 10 Words to Use on Your Resume
Your resume is the doorway to your next job opportunity. It is your responsibility to convey your experience in a way that is effective and interesting to the resume reviewer. Often this is done by including accomplishments rather than job duties. You also want to make sure the resume is well formatted and easy to… Read more »
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Avoiding Employee Burnout in Summer Months
This winter was long and cold for people all over the country, even here in Texas. But now summer offers its own challenges when it comes to motivating employees at work. During these hot, lazy summer days your employees are thinking about anything but the work at hand. How do you keep your employees on… Read more »
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The Cost of a Bad Hire in Texas
The wrong hiring decision can have detrimental consequences for your business. Taking a risk on a candidate who doesn’t fit in with your company can be dicey. The total cost of a bad hire adds up quickly and goes way beyond their salary. One bad hiring choice will cost your company time and money, and… Read more »
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Dated Resume Advice: How Not To Write a Resume
You can ask 10 people for advice on how to write a resume and you’re likely to get 10 different answers. Unfortunately, there is no specific manual on resume writing so many job seekers are left to wing it on their own or ask friends and relatives for advice. However, the nature of the resume… Read more »
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How to Identify Leaders through Interviewing
You’re not just looking for people to fill the seats in your office, you want to find the next generation of leaders for your company when you’re hiring new employees. How do you know which candidates have what it takes to lead in the future? Not all candidates are created equal and leadership skills aren’t… Read more »