The pandemic has disrupted the natural flow of our economic progress. Unemployment is up, which means it’s increasingly a hiring manager’s market. Getting an interview for a job is going to be tougher than it was not so long ago, at least in most sectors. Work experience is going to be a big differentiator. Recent graduates can’t compete on that…
Technology has improved vastly in recent years. As a result, programs like Zoom and Meet have served us all well during the pandemic. Video channels are user-friendly and inexpensive. and you don’t even have to trouble yourself going to and from the meetings. Recruiters are enjoying these benefits as much as anybody. Job Interviews are Going Virtual Counter-measures are…
Employees are the foundation of any company, and the happier they are, the better the business will run. Likewise, if your employees are satisfied with their career experience, they will stay loyal and dedicated. In contrast, if your employees feel undervalued, they will not be engaged in working with you. Characteristics of a Happy Employee Although happiness is an inside…
Most people go through the employment process more or less alone. They handle the creation and polishing of their resumes on their own, making adjustments and details they go. They search for openings at excellent companies that can give them the job experience they need and make use of the experience they have. Other people, however, take advantage of professional…
Common avenues for job seekers searching for jobs are online job boards, social media, and word of mouth. They rely on networking and research to land jobs and find employment opportunities that meet their career aspirations. In reality, all that can drag on and become exhausting. When you are in the thick of the hiring process and want…
The tight labor market has pushed companies to reassess the skills they consider critical. Job seekers, too, have found it difficult to determine which essential skills they should develop to boost their careers. You might be a computer whiz or a master of mathematical theories or a scientific genius. But to be successful, you need more than an expertise…
Any business is nothing without the employees. They’re the engine that makes the wheels turn day in and day out. Among the reasons employees today quit their jobs are poor management, too much work, low salaries, and lack of appreciation. Based on a 2017 survey, many employees quit due to lack of acknowledgement. So to acknowledge their efforts, rewarding hard-working…
It is not a surprise that the key to a successful business is a steady, well-trained workforce. Millions of dollars won’t help you without it. However, many hiring managers struggle to retain the cream of the employee crop. When layoffs are frequent, employees may feel less loyal to their companies and be willing to jump ship. It is a…
With over 575 million users, LinkedIn has become the largest professional network in the world. Its reach is just one of the reasons that it is highly effective when it comes to helping professionals in different industries to stay connected. LinkedIn serves as an avenue to get your face and name in front of thousands of potential employers in…
You have found a job opening that fits your skills. You sent a well-crafted cover letter and resume, did the interview, and showed the hiring manager how much value you can bring to the table. After he praised your experience and excellent test scores, your excitement doubled. The interviewer told you to wait a few days for their response, so…
