There are lots of ways a potential employer will ask for information. They want to better understand you as a candidate, and that includes asking the hard questions. One common question is this: “How did you respond to failure at work.” They want to see how you handle yourself in difficult situations. Before you attend… Read more »
A potential employer is going to ask you a lot of questions. And you need to be prepared to answer as clearly and professionally as possible. You may even ask them some questions along the way, and you really should if you weren’t already considering it. But there is one question a hiring manager may… Read more »
The professional email may be one of the most popular forms of communication in the American workplace. Whether you’re emailing your clients, your boss, or your employees, it’s important that you are able to communicate effectively and efficiently. But we’ve all received the kinds of emails that feel overly professional, provide too much information, or… Read more »
We have certain expectations about team building. We host annual events, we try icebreakers, and we work on trust falls and ropes courses. You may have also noticed that not everyone in your company is enthusiastic when you announce the fun and exciting activities that will help build the team. What if there are other… Read more »
When you’ve been in the job market for some time, you’ve certainly come across temporary-to-hire positions through a local staffing agency. Maybe you’re concerned about the stability of these jobs or how it might impact your resume or long-term career goals. There are many reasons that considering temp to hire is a good idea. So… Read more »
Do you have a leadership position open in your company? If you’re thinking about interviewing and hiring a new management employee to take a role leading others, you may want to consider other options. Have you thought about promoting from within your team? There are quite a few benefits to this strategy. Let’s take a… Read more »
Job application paralysis is a real thing. It’s so easy to fall down a rabbit hole when reading job description after job description and second guessing whether or not you’re qualified for the job. In fact, job postings often refer to the concept of the “ideal candidate” when describing what they’re looking for in terms… Read more »
For a long time, a famous and popular shoe company sold their products with the slogan “Just Do It.” They understood that motivation didn’t come first, but action did. The same is true for your overall confidence. It isn’t the possession of confidence that makes you more able to achieve your goals in life, but… Read more »
Are you considering a call center job? Even if your previous experience hasn’t been in a call center, there are plenty of advantages that you can gain from working in a call center environment. If you’re looking at open jobs and want to see if your skills and abilities can fit into a call center,… Read more »
Busy seasons and major projects happen, and that usually means it’s all hands on deck until the work is done. But should you ask your team to work overtime or should you consider bringing on temporary employees? There are a few things to evaluate before you make a decision. Here are the questions you should… Read more »
