Want to be more successful at getting hired for that right job?  See if these tips will work for you… Be focused about the job you want. Know what you enjoy doing, your current skill set and future goals.  Then research the company to ensure it...

One of the most important lessons to learn in life is that you are the only one responsible for your own success. Forbes recently posted an article discussing the most common ways people sabotage their own success.  The behaviors that negatively impact success fell into four...

First impressions can have a real impact – both positive and negative.  First Impressions can occur in person, over the phone, or simply from your resume or cover letter. The old saying “you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression” can be very...

Employee absenteeism is one of the most common workplace problems facing employers in today’s workplace. A Human Resources website sited a recent CCH Unscheduled Absence Survey.  The survey found that employers are losing ground when it comes to keeping workers on the job. Unscheduled absenteeism...

This is an excerpt from an article in the Daily Signal: The great conundrum of the U.S. economy today is that we have record numbers of working age people out of the labor force at the same time we have businesses desperately trying to find workers. As an...

U.S. News & World Report recently published an article on the latest trends in searching for a job.  Methods and timeframes are changing due to the following factors: More job seekers than jobs Technology changes Updated hiring processes So what does this mean for you? May take longer than you...

For several years, surveys have indicated that the majority of workers are not happy in their job.  To address this, you may have been told “follow your passion”, or “do what you love”.  While true, it is not always helpful.  You probably enjoy many things,...

Whether you are contacting an employment agency or a company in response to a specific job posting, there are key steps to take, to ensure the best outcome from that initial call. Do your research first.  Search the internet for information on the company and thoroughly...

Entrepeneur  magazine cited a survey done by the career website Glassdoor.  In summary, while a college degree may open doors, it is not a trump card.  Over 3 in 4 college educated workers surveyed agree that employers value work experience more than education.  However, “it’s...

More and more businesses are having issues with employee work ethic.  For both the company’s AND your success, a strong work ethic is essential. So what does work ethic mean?  The principle that hard work is intrinsically virtuous or worthy of reward.  It is a value...