LinkedIn is the leading social network for job seekers, professionals and businesses. Regardless of your profession or where you are at in your career, it’s in your best interest to have a presence on the site. A strong LinkedIn profile increases your chances of finding the right job and connecting with employers, coworkers, new business… Read More »
In today’s safety-conscience business world, many hiring managers opt to conduct virtual interviews instead of asking candidates to come to the office. While introductory phone and video interviews have been used for several years, job seekers must now learn how to stand out from the crowd without the benefit of an in-person meeting. Luckily, there… Read More »
You just rocked an interview for a fantastic new job and you’re on cloud nine—congratulations! Now is, unfortunately, not the time to celebrate and mentally spend your first paycheck. If you want to secure the job, the next step is to write a thoughtful thank-you email. If it comes down to you and one other candidate, you always want to be the one who… Read More »
Hiring managers often look for two distinct sets of skills while reviewing a candidate’s job application: hard and soft. “While soft skills are more difficult to teach and measure, they are just as important for career success, “ suggests Marilyn Szendrey, branch manager at The Reserves Network. “Whether you are looking to climb the corporate… Read More »