Posts by "psychpros"
It’s always exciting to receive a job offer, so congratulations are in order! The hiring manager reviewed plenty of resumes and went through rounds of interviews, so it’s quite flattering to know you ended up at the very top of the list. Accepting a new job is a life-changing decision, so your next steps need […]
In the past, employees were expected to be in the office from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, but things have changed.Ever-increasing advances in technology and a greater emphasis on achieving a solid work-life balance have made flexible work options the new normal. From trying to raise a family while earning a paycheck […]
In 2015, millennials officially became the largest age group in the workforce. Now that you’re starting to get used to them, it’s time to introduce the next crop of young workers — Generation Z. The exact birth year where the millennial generation stops and Generation Z begins is up for debate, but falls somewhere between […]
When interviewing for a job, you do everything you can to impress the hiring manager. The last thing you want to discuss is your failures. However, interviewers can’t get enough of this subject because your response is very telling. No one is perfect, but the way you handle your mistakes offers insights on your level […]
Getting invited to interview for a job you really want is always exciting, but you still have a lot of work to do to prove you should be the last candidate standing.A job interview means you’re on the right track to receive an offer, but you’re not there yet, so you need to pull out […]
A team is only as strong as its leader. If you’re interviewing candidates for a position of this nature, you need to make sure you choose the right person. Behavioral interview questions are the best way to learn more about a candidate’s fit for the position, so include plenty that focus specifically on leadership, to […]
Finding the perfect candidate is never easy, so it’s always frustrating when your top choice receives a counteroffer from their current employer. In May, our Candidates With Counteroffers post discussed how to progress when your soon-to-be new hire is presented with a counteroffer. How to Determine If a Candidate Will Get a Counteroffer Today, we’re […]
Receiving a job offer should always feel great, so if you weren’t overcome with happiness and excitement when the one currently sitting on your desk came through, take this as a warning sign. The job interview process is a learning experience for both sides, so if you aren’t convinced this is the right place for […]
When you’re ready to move on from your current job, every day spent at your desk may seem like forever. Whether you’ve accepted a new position you’re really excited about or are planning to take some time away from the workforce to regroup, you’re probably ready to make your exit immediately. Moving on to the […]
Innovations in technology have made it possible for the business world to change at a rapid pace never before realized. In the past, many employees learned a certain skill set at the beginning of their career and continued on with little to no change until retirement, but this is no longer the case. When filling […]