Carefully selecting professional references is an important process because in the final steps of hiring, those individuals will provide critical information for the employer to make a decision. Identify references early and prepare each person in advance to keep the hiring process flowing. You don’t want to jeopardize a great career opportunity by not […]
Video interviews are now the norm for candidates at all career stages, from entry-level through the C-suite. While in-person interviews may still be an option and may be required in a later round, a video interview expedites scheduling, eliminates travel costs and helps hiring managers and recruiters fill positions more quickly.
Whether you’re five months into your career or 15 years deep, everyone faces resume writing problems and struggles with how to put their best foot forward. Resume writing best practices aren’t always black and white, so it can be difficult to identify what will work best for you. To provide some clarity, let’s look at […]
Congratulations, you got the job offer that you were waiting for! But, the employer offered a lower salary than you expected. The offer doesn’t reflect the value you will bring your new employer, but you may lack the nerve to negotiate for a better compensation package or worry how you’ll appear if you try. Arm […]
Your body language, or non-verbal communication, may unintentionally convey a different meaning than the words you say. In any professional situation, your posture, hand and arm gestures and tone of voice affect your message and may impact business and job opportunities. These three scenarios show how body language negatively impacted an outcome and offer suggestions […]
