Category: CANDIDATE CONNECTION


Eight Networking Tips for Job Seekers

Your professional network can be a crucial asset to your career if you know how to make use of it. Follow these tips to take full advantage of your network and find the job that is right for you. Start Now The best time to start building your professional network of contacts is before you […]

6 Tips to Improve Listening Skills

It’s been said that the opposite of talking is not listening, but waiting to talk. Preparing for a job interview is often about planning what we’re going to say to the interviewer, rather than preparing to listen to their questions. Having some idea of what you want to communicate is important, but it’s equally important […]

Does your job search need a lift?

If your job search has become stagnant and you feel like you’re repeating the same activities with no results, it’s time to consider a workforce solutions provider to help with your job search and career development. A strong partner might be just the boost you’re looking for. Advantages of partnering with a workforce solutions provider: […]

Hidden advantages of working with a staffing company

In this job market competition is fierce,  security is lacking and you need every possible edge. Working with us puts you at an advantage because: we staff positions that are never advertised our candidates are taken seriously by hiring companies our experienced staffing managers are always looking for the best fit for employers and candidates […]

5 Key Traits of an Exceptional Employee

Companies must continually improve efficiency in order to remain competitive in this market. The productivity and resourcefulness of each employee is more important than ever before. While employers appreciate people who show up on time and complete their assigned tasks, a truly exceptional employee contributes much more. What makes a truly exceptional employee? Work Ethic […]

Appropriate persistence – creating a “just right” follow-up plan

You submitted just the resume they were looking for, breezed through the phone interview, had a long first interview and were invited back for a second. The second interview went well and you’ve been informed that they will make a decision in the next two weeks. The relationship seems to be developing nicely and you’re […]

Developing Mental Toughness During the Job Search

The American Sociological Association recently released a study that found that a focus on career and productive job search methods are two of the main ingredients young adults need to get and keep jobs in today’s volatile marketplace.  There are other factors that determine a person’s ability to hold a job, but these two characteristics […]

Interview Questions – Be Curious!

You’re at the point in the interview when the hiring manager turns to you and says, “Do you have any questions?”  If you’ve ever found yourself looking back with that deer-in-the-headlights expression mumbling something about how you think they covered everything, you’re not alone.  It’s not unusual for job seekers to prepare for an interview […]

Recommendations for Seasonal Employees

Seasonal employees must be able to demonstrate the value in their skills in a way that people outside of their industry can easily understand.  If your chosen career is seasonal in nature or you’ve had a few seasonal assignments, follow these tips to enhance your ability to work year round. Identify the competency behind the […]

Showcasing Temporary Experience on Your Resume

Temporary work, contract assignments and self employment are becoming more and more common. In a job market that lacks the security we’ve enjoyed in the past, job seekers are relying more and more on their own creativity and determination to make a living, and that’s something to highlight on your resume. Very often the skills […]

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