Are Your Interviews Over Video Now? Don’t Sweat the Change!
Even before COVID-19 made them a necessity, video job interviews were becoming an increasingly common part of the hiring process. These interviews can take on various forms, so if you have one scheduled, familiarize yourself with them and be prepared. Here are some general video interview tips to get you started: Choose a quiet, well-lit room, free from possible interruptions Make sure your internet connection is established […]
Reintroducing Employees into the Office Post Lock-Down
As businesses begin recalling their workers, safety in the workplace has taken on new meaning. Organizations must create and develop updated policies and guidelines in the aftermath of COVID-19. Reassure your returning workers and any potential candidates that your company is working safely and will do whatever is necessary to safeguard them. A Return-to-Work message to all staff members is essential in outlining the policies and […]
Tips to Position Yourself as Managerial Material
Even though you‘ve accumulated experience on the job and feel that it‘s time you be considered for a leadership position, that isn‘t enough to make it happen. Sometimes the workers who do the highest quality work in the shortest amount of time fail as managers. While being an expert in your role as a worker […]
Traits Recruiters Are Looking for In Your Interview
While some jobs will require a mixture of skills, many of the characteristics that interviewers look for are universal. Whether you’re a mechanical engineer, shipping clerk, or forklift operator, there are certain qualities that, if you display them, will bring you much closer to a job offer. Your interviews may be through phone or video calls for the time being, but there are still traits you can emphasize. Here are […]
Signs You Are the Right Fit for Industrial Work
If you‘ve been looking for a job in the manufacturing industry, there‘s a good chance you‘ve seen the term “light industrial.“ You‘ll find the term in job titles, postings, and descriptions, but no matter how many times you come across it, you‘re still not quite sure what it means. So, how would you know if you‘re the right fit for light industrial work? First, let‘s look at the term to understand it fully, so you can determine if […]
Struggling to Get Your Resume Noticed?
Anytime a company posts a job opening, hiring managers and HR personnel and are often flooded with resumes. Because they don‘t have the time or resources to deal with all of them, they find ways to eliminate candidates quickly. Many don‘t give resumes much more than a cursory glance before deciding whether to keep or toss them. So, you must make those precious few seconds count. Here are some suggestions for making your resume stand out from a crowded field: Always tailor your resume to the […]