You’ve just had a job interview and are excited about the opportunity. Now it’s time to follow up and show the hiring manager why you’re the best candidate for the position. Here are some tips on what to say after your interview in a follow-up email. Key Information to Include There are four main things… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Job Seekers
What to Do When You Aren’t Completely Sold on the Job Offer
Here’s the scenario. You’ve received an official job offer from a company. However, it’s not ideal and you think you could find a better offer in time—perhaps even your dream job. You want to explore your options and find the right position to further your career but don’t want to offend a recruiter and squander… Read more »
3 Simple Ways to Show Your Personality in Your Job Search
Your job search is obviously serious and a way to show your professional experience and skills. That being said, it’s also important to showcase your personality to hiring managers. Here are three simple ways to do so. 1. Be Original in Your Cover Letter The way you write your cover letter and the specific information… Read more »
Make the Most of Your MIG Welder Career!
A career as a MIG welder can be rewarding and satisfying. Fortunately, demand is quite high. “There is an actual shortage of skilled welders,” writes expert Gregory Sanders. “Welding jobs in the manufacturing sector have steadily increased since 2000, and several major oil pipelines have begun construction.” Here are some tips and tricks for getting… Read more »
Will an Error on Your Resume Cost You the Job? Maybe.
Job applicants often look for positions in highly competitive industries. In many cases, a single job ad will have dozens or even hundreds of applicants. Recruiters examine the smallest of details to determine who’s the best fit. One mistake that greatly hurts your chances and can potentially cost you the job is making mistakes on… Read more »
Easy Ways to Get Yourself Noticed on LinkedIn
With 562 million users as of mid-2018, LinkedIn is one of today’s top resources for job seekers. There are abundant opportunities, and it provides you with an excellent way to connect with hiring managers. But in order to be successful, you need your profile to stand out. Here are some easy ways to get yourself… Read more »
4 Soft Skills Every Manager Needs to Succeed
Managers require a unique set of skills to be successful. They need technical (or hard) skills like industry knowledge and knowledge of organizational processes. But, they also need some specific soft skills that aren’t always so obvious. Here are four of the most important soft skills to look for when hiring for a management position…. Read more »
How Do I Start Working With a Staffing Agency?
You really want to find a job, so you decide to turn to the experts at a staffing agency. The only issue is you’re not quite sure how the process works. Here are the fundamentals of what you need to know and how to start working with a staffing agency. Decide Which Type of Jobs… Read more »
Recent Grads, Is Your GPA on Your Resume? Should it Be?
Recent grads — it’s the end of the summer, which means it’s time to get down to business on your job search. When creating a resume, do you know when you should include your GPA? Let’s find out. Data From a Relevant Study One particular study was performed to determine just how big of a… Read more »
5 Reasons it Might Be Time to Look for Another Job
Maybe you were quite happy with your job initially, but over time your contentment has dwindled. If you’re unsure about whether you’re satisfied with your current position, ask yourself these five questions to determine if it’s time to start looking for a new job. 1. You Dread Each Workday The thought of going to work… Read more »