Going to college seems like a luxury of the recent high school graduate. College campuses are full of younger people without career experience looking to get the tools they need to succeed in our highly competitive job market. So, if you’re already established in your career, is there really a right time to go back… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Job Seeker
Woah, That Resume Is TOO Long!
Writing a resume is hard work. It seems so simple, you just make a list of the things you’ve done in the past. But there is so much information today about what you should and should not include that it can become quite confusing to figure out what should be on your resume. One of… Read more »
Read This Before Your Next Interview
Okay, stop right there. You’ve been searching the internet for “interview advice” and “how do I interview,” and you’ve landed here. There’s a reason for that! We all think we’re experts at interviewing, but are we really focused on what it is the company wants? By reading this interview advice, you’re going to think about… Read more »
Here’s How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Stand Out From the Crowd
Recruiters use LinkedIn to find qualified candidates every day. But with so many profiles to scroll through, how do they determine which individuals to reach out to regarding their open position? If you answer these three questions, you can create a profile that will attract recruiters and help you stand out from the crowd. Before… Read more »
Can You Land a Job After You’re Late for an Interview?
You probably already know that being late for an interview will create major concern for the hiring manager. But, if the unforgivable happens, can you recover from it? The next steps are all up to you. Here are some things you can do to help the hiring manager see that you being late to the… Read more »
How to Work With Difficult People (Better!)
Throughout your career, you will be working with a variety of different personality types. When you click with your co-workers, everything comes easier. You enjoy the time you spend with them. You value their opinion when you’re working on something. But what happens when your co-workers are difficult, and you find yourself wondering if this… Read more »
How to Handle Constructive Criticism at Your Data Entry Job
We get it. Working in a data entry job can sometimes feel thankless and frustrating. But when your manager presents you with criticism about the work you’ve done, how are you supposed to react? It’s normal to be defensive, but it’s healthier to take a step back and learn to interpret and apply constructive criticism,… Read more »
How Soon Is “Too Soon” to Ask For Vacation Days at Your New Job?
Starting a new job comes with a lot of uncertainty. You will need to train in the company’s protocol, learn their culture, and start working with a strange new group of people. But there is one question on the mind of every new employee: When can you ask for vacation days? In some ways, employers… Read more »
New Michigan HR Job? Use This to Start Off on the Right Foot!
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to start a new human resources job in 2018, what can you do to ensure that you’re starting off on the right foot? A new HR job right here in Michigan can put you in a great position for your career. There are some tips that can… Read more »
Should You Use Current Employers as Job References?
Many people look for new jobs in Detroit while they’re still employed. There are many reasons why this might be the best avenue to take as a job seeker. It could be a matter of moving locations or simply that you’re dissatisfied with your current role. But should you use your current employer as a… Read more »