Personal branding is a powerful tool. Imagine some of the most common household names like Apple or Blackberry. When you hear those words you are probably not thinking of your aunt’s famous fruit salad that she brings to every family picnic; you’re thinking of the brands that they represent. You can create an equally powerful… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Job Seeker
Crafting a Cover Letter | Staffing Service Advice
Cover letters are a controversial thing when it comes to the job search. Some recruiters love them. Some recruiters require them. And some recruiters advice against them all together. The ones who love them like to see a quick snapshot of the candidate before even opening the resume attachment. The ones who require them are… Read more »
How Recruiters are Finding You Online: Social Recruiting
Understanding how hiring managers use online social media is the first step in knowing where to go to get your next job. Communication is changing in the 21st century and showing up at the company’s door with your resume is not getting you the job. You may be on LinkedIn and Facebook but recruiters are… Read more »
How to NOT Land That Office Position
No matter what you want to believe, you are never the only candidate a company is considering for an open position. If you go in to interview you need to put your best foot forward and be professional at every step. Only then will you will have a good shot at the jobs. However, there… Read more »
Landing That Career
Many people are fond of giving the advice to “look for a career, not a job.” Now, looking back at your job search, it is time to take that advice seriously and apply your skills and experience to a position that can take your career to the next level. Here are some ideas for transitioning… Read more »
The Job Search: Be Excited Not Aggressive
Following up on a job lead is not always the same thing as being aggressive, but sometimes it can feel that way. Hiring managers become concerned about candidates who play the desperation card in interviews. It might be time to evaluate your own motives and reactions to find out if you are selling yourself properly… Read more »
Office Job Search Priorities
Many people misunderstand the concept of prioritizing. Rather than a word that simple refers to your “to do list,” a priority should be something that you do instead of something else. When you are invited to two social gatherings on the same night but can’t attend both, you need to evaluate which will bring you… Read more »
What You Really Need when Searching for a Job
The job search is a two way street. The company is looking for certain skills and a certain personality, but you need to consider the things that are non-negotiable as well. 2013 is a chance to change your attitude about finding a job. Rather than feeling like you always need to mold yourself to fit… Read more »
What Recruiters are Seeing When Searching You Online
Like it or not, today’s employers are using social media to pre-screen employees before bringing them on board. While this remains a legally gray area, and is currently debated among human resources professionals as a viable practice, it is impossible to stop individuals from checking out social media before making a hiring decision. The only… Read more »
Job Search Tips this Fall: Office Employment
As Michigan begins to see the waning of fall and the promise of winter right around the corner, there are some ways you can invigorate your autumn job search. While you bundle up to face the increasingly colder temperatures each day, consider these tips for boosting your job search. Be prepared for the holidays and… Read more »