Remember when you were a kid and you’d get a break at school to collect candy on Halloween, or get together and sing songs for the holidays? That little diversion and fun activity in the middle of the day gave everyone something to look forward to and a nice break in the routine. The same […]
Congratulations! You’ve landed an interview for a job that sounds like a perfect fit for your experience, interests and career. But you know, deep down, that other people have the same feeling. Their resumes might be similar to yours. And you know the company will be interviewing other people for the same position. Don’t worry! […]
Every candidate that comes through your door for a job interview will be prepared to ask good questions, present their best selves and will work hard to explain why they’re the best person for the job. But during the interview, be sure to keep your ears open for a few red flags that could indicate […]
We all have the same number of hours in the workday, but have you noticed that some people seem to get a lot more completed in those hours than others? The key to a productive day is time management. The good news is, with just a few changes in your day, you can boost your […]
The interview process is a long one for both the interviewer and the interviewee alike. So much time and coordination goes into it, and on the interviewer’s side, there can be multiple candidates to consider and multiple rounds to complete. But keep in mind that mistakes can be made along the way that will discourage […]
As much as we try to be diligent and careful and do our jobs flawlessly, sometimes people make mistakes. Unfortunately, that includes your employees. If an employee comes to you and admits they’ve made a mistake, or you find an error in their work, remember it’s not the end of the world. It’s a learning […]
Maybe you’re new to the working world and don’t know what you want to do yet. Maybe you’ve just had a big change in your life circumstances and are looking to re-enter the workforce after some time away. Or maybe you’re just feeling a little overwhelmed and burned out from the past few years. Have […]
You’re getting ready to start a new job and, to be honest, it feels a little like the first day of school all over again. You might be a little nervous about how the day is going to go: Where are the bathrooms? When will you have lunch and where do you eat? And will […]
Your working day might be longer than the typical eight hours, but there just doesn’t seem to be enough time to accomplish everything — especially when you need to hire a new employee. That entails posting the job description, going through resumes, scheduling and conducting interviews, calling references, all of which are time-consuming and add […]
Congratulations! After looking for a new position for what might feel like an eternity, you’ve gone through the interview process and have received an offer for a new job that feels like a great fit. That’s fantastic! Even if you’re thrilled about it, you don’t have to say yes right away. But before you accept, […]
