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Hidden advantages of working with a staffing company

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18:03:59 -0500

Hidden advantages of working with a staffing company:

In this job market competition is fierce, security is lacking and you need every possible edge. Working with us puts you at an advantage because:

we staff positions that are never advertised
our candidates are taken seriously by hiring companies
our experienced staffing managers are always looking for the best fit for employers and candidates
you can choose the work options that works best for your lifestyle and career

Appropriate persistence – creating a “just right” follow-up plan

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:46:24 -0500

Appropriate persistence – creating a “just right” follow-up plan:

You submitted just the resume they were looking for, breezed through the phone interview, had a long first interview and were invited back for a second. The second interview went well and you’ve been informed that they will make a decision in the next two weeks. The relationship seems to be developing nicely and you’re thinking this just might be “the one”. So what can you do (and NOT do) during those two weeks to ensure that your name stays top-of-mind without being a pest and sabotaging your chances?

A follow-up plan will help you accomplish the positive touch points while avoiding the impulse to check in too frequently, potentially giving the impression that you’re desperate. And sometimes we ARE desperate (or at least feel that way), during a job search, but giving that impression will hurt your chances of getting an offer.

Click here for follow-up options you can use to create an appropriate follow up plan for your situation.

Can Pinterest Help Your Job Search?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:05:05 -0500

Can Pinterest Help Your Job Search?:

Great ideas for creating a pinboard showcasing your resume, interests and accomplishments! As with any new tool, consider recommendations carefully and make sure they apply to your career. For some fields, a more professional approach is appropriate while others welcome the opportunity to see some personality.

Developing Mental Toughness During the Job Search

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:26:06 -0500

Developing Mental Toughness During the Job Search:

Great advice for job seekers from our CEO, David Allen!

Forget the Resume, Try Tweeting

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:56:22 -0500

Forget the Resume, Try Tweeting:

Resume not standing out? Here are some creative ways job seekers have gotten the attention of hiring managers. But use caution when straying from traditional methods - there’s a fine line between innovative and gimmicky.

Generations in the Workforce: Make the Most of Generational Diversity

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:17:16 -0500

Generations in the Workforce: Make the Most of Generational Diversity:

With four generations represented in the workforce, generational stereotypes and conflicts are popular topics of conversation. It would be easy to get the impression that there is little common ground between members of different generations, but it’s important to remember that generational differences are just another form of diversity. Regardless of age, race, religion, or culture we all need and deserve to work in an environment of respect.

StartWire News: 12 Career Tips for 12: Recruiters Tell You How To Be a Rock Star! (Part I)

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:41:29 -0500

StartWire News: 12 Career Tips for 12: Recruiters Tell You How To Be a Rock Star! (Part I):

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Each week, StartWire News features insider tips from recruiting directors and talent acquisition pros. As we look ahead to 2012, we’re encouraged by the uptick in hiring — and we want to share some of the best of the best with you so that you can land the job you want — fast!

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People+ Generosity! Thanks to office fundraisers and...

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 19:08:32 -0500

People+ Generosity! Thanks to office fundraisers and donations, we were able to fulfill the wants and needs (plus a little extra) of 15 children as part of a local Angel Tree. The remaining funds were donated to our local food pantry.

Thanks to all who participated, and to those community volunteers who make such programs possible.

More pics on Facebook

4 Tips for Optimizing Your Resume with Social Media

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:15:55 -0500

4 Tips for Optimizing Your Resume with Social Media:

If your resume is not getting the attention it deserves, try some of these tips to bring it up to date, make it searchable and give readers a more in-depth look at who you really are.

Building Trust in Business Relationships

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:43:34 -0500

Building Trust in Business Relationships

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 07:27:35 -0500

Best wishes to you for a safe and happy celebration

Where are jobs being posted?

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:41:57 -0400

Where are jobs being posted?:

Gone are the days of scouring the classifieds for job openings on Sunday mornings. The good news is that there are dozens of online avenues to communicate hiring needs. The bad news is that without a centralized location for posting, job seekers and the companies looking for them don’t always connect.

So what can you do about it? My recommendation is that you have an understanding of all of the job posting options a company might use and have a presence or at least search all of them. Other ideas or questions? Please share.

12 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:06:21 -0400

12 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile:

If your LinkedIn profile is still just a duplicate of your resume, it’s time to add some personality and interaction. Don’t wait until you’re looking for work - your LinkedIn profile can add value for your current employer by reinforcing branding and culture for prospective clients and employees. What does your profile say about you and your employer?

Happy Techies Day!

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:08:16 -0400

Happy Techies Day!:

If you haven’t expressed your appreciation to your favorite IT professional lately, today would be a good day to do so. :)

Job Seeker or Job Sleuth?

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 10:51:05 -0400

Job Seeker or Job Sleuth?:

What’s the difference? The Seeker is looking for an answer to their problems, while the Sleuth is providing solutions for prospective employers. If you were an employer, which would you hire?

Greeting Cards for Recently Unemployed?

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:56:05 -0400

Greeting Cards for Recently Unemployed?:

Most of us know at least one person who’s recently lost their job, and many of us have been through it ourselves. How would you feel about receiving a sorry-you-got-laidoff card? Would you give one to a friend or colleague?

Addicted to Coffee? You’ve got Plenty of Company

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:49:06 -0400

Addicted to Coffee? You’ve got Plenty of Company:

It’s National Coffee Day! What better time to sit back with a hot cup (or an iced latte, if fall hasn’t quite reached you yet) and read a bit about how your fellow addicts take their coffee. Thanks to a study commissioned by Dunkin’ Donuts and CareerBuilder, we can see who’s drinking the most and how they take it by profession. Do your coffee drinking habits fit their findings?

"Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to..."

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:15:00 -0400

“Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success.”

- Dale Carnegie

Congratulations to Anna Wilkerson as she celebrated her 35th...

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:12:31 -0400

Congratulations to Anna Wilkerson as she celebrated her 35th anniversary with Harris Home for Children, originally placed by Snelling!

How to Overcome Career Burnout

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:59:27 -0400

How to Overcome Career Burnout:

With so many organizations doing more with less, it’s not uncommon for employees to experience burnout. That’s the bad news. The good news is that there are steps you can take to overcome career burnout, and Curt Rosengren provides a clear outline.

Have you experienced burnout on the job? How did you handle it and what did you learn from it?