How to Find Passive/Quiet Job Seekers
The passive job seeker is increasingly a target for recruiters. The passive job seeker is someone already gainfully employed, but who might be persuaded to accept another position. Careerbuilder’s job forecast for 2013 reports that one fifth of employed individuals had been solicited by other companies. Jen Picard, Marketing Consultant of JD Marketing, states that […]
Networking Tips for Hiring Managers | Finding Candidates through Others
Many hiring managers and companies are finding creative ways to source and screen new candidates. A 2012 survey by Jobvite found that over 90 percent of employers stated that they used social networks for recruiting purposes. Many employers are using social media networks and employee referral programs to ensure that professional hires fit culturally within […]
Four Ways to Ace Your Next Job Fair
Job fairs offer the opportunity to impress a prospective employer in person. The secret to success at a job fair is to stand out from the competition. However, coming across as arrogant or cliché can be a mistake. A better approach is to find a creative way to make sure that the recruiters remember you […]
Do You Know the People You Work With?
A workplace with a high level of morale is more productive than a workplace with low morale. Staff who take an interest and care about each other collaborate effectively towards a goal. Communication flows more freely, according to David Parnell, a communications consultant interviewed by Forbes. Sandra Haurant of The Guardian explains that knowing your […]
Three Ways to Improve Workplace Relationships
Every workplace has myriad personalities. Learning to effectively interact with others is crucial to professional development and a company’s success. Smooth relations and effective teamwork will also provide a fun place in which to work. Amanda Haddaway of Careerealism emphasizes that getting along with co-workers does not necessarily require extrovert-type behavior in every situation. Learning […]
With Fall Approaching, Use these Tips to Boost Team Morale
The fall can be a productive time and represents the start of the busy season for many companies that are gearing up for the holidays. A drop in morale at this time can jeopardize a company’s most lucrative season. Monitoring the morale in your workplace can alert you to a possible drop in productivity before […]