Candidate Advice
7 Ways to Make the Most of LinkedIn in 2018
Managing your LinkedIn profile like a digital Rolodex could lead to countless missed professional opportunities. In spite of the many social platforms, LinkedIn remains the ideal social network for business professionals. According to the Society of Human Resource Management, more…
5 Ways to be Effective at a Networking Event
Networking events sometimes feel like speed dating. Talk to as many people as you can until you find a mutually beneficial connection. It can be less than comfortable. These events are created with the best of intentions, but trying to…
Effective Ways to Close an Interview
You have made it to the final interview for your dream job and now the conversation is winding down. The interviewer asks you: “Do you have any questions for me?” Now is not the time to say “No”! This is…
6 Tips to Coping with Stress at Work
May 9, 2018 By Christy Fox, Director of Marketing Stress in the workplace is extremely common and known to be a big challenge affecting employee engagement in many companies. Not only does stress impact engagement at work, but also productivity…
5 of the Biggest Resume Mistakes
The quickest way to eliminate yourself from a job process is by having mistakes on your resume. Beyond the obvious grammatical and spelling mistakes to avoid, there are 5 other BIG mistakes to be aware of and stay away from:…
Working Remotely Has Advantages & Disadvantages…Is it Right for You?
June 7, 2017 Last year, it was estimated that almost 45% of US employees worked remotely, mostly from home. By 2020, it is estimated that about 50% of the workforce will be working remotely. Cloud services, mobile platforms and video…
Working Remotely Has Advantages & Disadvantages…Is it Right for You?
In 2015, it was estimated that almost 45% of US employees worked remotely, mostly from home. By 2020, it is estimated that about 50% of the workforce will be working remotely. Cloud services, mobile platforms and videoconferencing have made remote…
Does a Desk Change at Work Increase Productivity?
September 7, 2016 By Christy Fox, Marketing Specialist Your work space is important to your productivity, your mood, and what you can get accomplished in the office. Whether you are in your own office, a cubicle, or an open work…
Interviews: The Most Common Questions Answered
July 27, 2016 By Christy Fox, Marketing Specialist You have a job interview coming up and you’re beginning to prepare by planning your outfit, confirming the time and place, and printing out resumes, cover letters, and reference sheets. More importantly,…
Reasons You Aren’t Reaching Your Career Goals
Have you been passed up for a promotion lately? Are you not where you thought you would be in career by now? You’re smart, hard-working, and creative. So what’s the problem? There are a number of very real reasons that…