Steve Jobs once said, “Focus is about saying no.” And it’s true. If you say yes to every new task proposed by your boss or colleagues, you’ll never finish a task or achieve your goals. For this reason it’s important to know how to properly say no. Before you can learn how to say no,… Read more »
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6 Tips for Spotting a Bad Hire During the Interview
Hiring an employee is a very important decision. It’s a fragile choice because hiring the wrong person can be very costly. Many employers make the mistake of hiring a bad employee because their number one concern is filling a position. Instead, employers should focus on filling the position with the right employee. It can be… Read more »
7 Tips to Successfully Fill Out a Job Application
Nowadays, recruiters use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to pre-screen job applicants, so they can narrow down the right set of applicants. This is why it’s important to properly fill out the online job application. Here are some tips to help. Read Job Description(s) One of the biggest pet peeves for hiring managers is that the… Read more »
6 Things Hiring Managers Look for in an Interview
When you sit down for an interview, the hiring manager is looking for specific cues to see if you are the right candidate for the job. Every hiring manager is different, but for the most part, here are some things that most interviewers look for in a candidate. Being a Confident You Always be yourself.… Read more »
Tips to Deal with a Workplace Rivalry
Some friendly competition at work is a good thing. It motivates us to better ourselves, helps us think creatively, and even increases our productivity. However, when you come across a very competitive coworker who seems to one-up everything you do, then it can get a little annoying and cause you to lose focus. Dealing with… Read more »
Handling Conflict in the Workplace
In any workplace, conflict is inevitable. When multiple personalities, work ethics, and biases collide, it stirs up potential conflict. However, as the employer, it’s your job to prevent and handle conflict when it arises. If you want your business running like a well-oiled machine, then this is part of your maintenance to guarantee that your… Read more »
8 Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid
The purpose of a cover letter is to show employers how well you express yourself and to complement your resume. However, just like mistakes on your resume, mistakes on your cover letter can lead your job application into the circular filing cabinet a.k.a. the trash can. Make sure your cover letter is free of these… Read more »
Answering the Unexpected Interview Question
No matter how much you prepare for an interview, there will be at least one or two questions that may be unexpected or completely off-the-wall. The best thing you can do is prepare for how you will handle the unexpected questions. When Answering Questions You Don’t Know the Answer Questions that you may not know… Read more »
How & When to Ask for a Raise in Salary
Money is a very stressful topic for everyone, especially when bringing up a raise in salary with your boss. The main problem with asking for a raise is that there are few ways it could go right and many ways it can end badly. To avoid making any mistake when asking your employer for a… Read more »
Keys to Writing a Successful Job Description
The best way to attract potential hires is through the job posting. When you work with our recruiters, we use your job description to give us insight on your expectations and needs, so we can find you the perfect candidate. Let’s work together to fill your needed position. Create a clear-cut job description to help… Read more »