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Having a slow hiring process used to be normal for most organizations, particularly when the economy slowed. Many employers took the view that since there were so many candidates to choose from, and a lot of professionals who were desperate for a job, they could take their time filling open positions — and in some […]
During a job search, proper etiquette can mean the difference between getting hired, and never even being invited for an interview. During a job search, proper etiquette can mean the difference between getting hired, and never even being invited for an interview. Of course, the etiquette rules for job seekers have changed significantly — because […]
The economy is picking up, but there are still a lot of struggling job seekers out there—and many are applying to positions for which they’re more than qualified. As an employer, there may be many reasons you don’t want to hire overqualified candidates: they may not be motivated to work a “step-down” job, they may […]
There’s no doubt that today’s job market is highly competitive. For many job seekers, being a qualified candidate is not enough—because there are so many other qualified candidates vying for the same position. If you want to land a great job, it’s essential to truly stand out from the crowd. These tips will help you […]
Employee turnover is an expected part of running a business, but too much attrition can hurt your company. Whether your employees are retiring, relocating, or choosing to work for others, losing employees can have a significant impact—and replacing them will cost you even more time, money, and resources. The challenge for most companies is determining […]
If 2015 is going to be your year for finding a job, now is the perfect time to start planning your career goals and developing your strategy. Goal setting may be the most important action you take in your job search—numerous studies have shown that setting goals can increase your productivity from 60 to 80 […]
Employee stress can be a contentious issue. Many managers feel that the only way to reduce stress is to reduce workloads and expectations, leading to lowered productivity — but the fact is, the opposite is true. The less stressed your employees are, the more productive they can be Stressed and burned-out employees can exact a […]
Resumes are a vital tool for any job seeker, but crafting an effective resume that gets attention can be a real challenge. Today’s hiring managers wade through hundreds of resumes for every position they fill, usually deciding in less than a minute whether they’ll consider an interview or reject the candidate entirely. Your goal is […]
Rapid change is the hallmark of many industries today, and that includes the healthcare industry. The good news for healthcare professionals is that there will be plenty of jobs available — according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), healthcare occupations are expected to add the most jobs of any industry, with employment increasing […]
Employee training used to be conducted only during the orientation period for new employees. Employee training used to be conducted only during the orientation period for new employees. But the business landscape has evolved, and today’s successful organizations invest in ongoing training for employees to help them keep up with ever-changing rules, industry regulations, and […]