Remember to always be mindful of your responses in an interview. It may be your only shot to impress the hiring manager and get the job. Check out this article from Jobs & Hire. It includes some good tips on things to avoid saying. Jobs & Hire
A recent study presented by researchers at UCLA and Stony Brook University found bias among hiring managers when it comes to offering a job to someone who is unemployed. The study revealed that managers are more likely to hire a candidate who is currently employed over someone who isn’t. This reinforces what I talked about two weeks […]
A good set of references can be the difference between getting the job and not. It is important you pick your references carefully so that you get a good recommendation. You should also prepare them ahead of time for when your potential employer calls so that you get the response you are looking for.
The U.S. economy broke out of its hiring slump in July as employers added 163,000 jobs, the Labor Department reported Friday. Although this is more than twice the job growth in the previous month, employers are remaining skeptical to add permanent employees without more assurance that growth will stay steady. Many of these company owners […]
Believe it or not, negotiating a starting salary is still possible in today’s stumbling economy. If you have reached the salary negotiation stage in a job interview, chances are that you’ve made it through a huge pool of candidates and the employer really wants you. Employers are willing to negotiate starting salaries as long as […]
In Sweden it is required for men to take at least two months paternity leave before their child reaches the age of eight. Some members of the Swedish Government are pushing to extend the required paternity leave to three months. This Wall Street Journal article talks more in depth about the idea: Wall Street Journal. […]
While no industry is protected from the ups and downs of the economy, the restaurant industry continues to remain a top leader in job creation. A new report by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) shows that the industry continues to outpace overall U.S. employment growth, with restaurants adding more than 575,000 jobs since the employment […]
Depending on where you work or what kind of work you do, you are going to be expected to dress a certain way. It is important you know what is acceptable attire for the position. Whether it is a suit and tie or jeans and a polo, make sure you are conscious of the dress […]
When it comes to time in between jobs, it is important that you keep busy. Whether it is an internship, volunteer work, or a part time job, employers are looking for individuals that made the most of their time off. Stay busy, stay productive.
In a constantly changing marketplace it is important to stay up to date with the latest trends. When you apply for a job, you’re much more likely to be successful in an interview if you tailor your resume to each position for which you apply. This Wall Street Journal article discusses the importance of knowing […]
