You may have seen various resume or cover letter bloopers posted online. At Integrated Staffing, we have seen several as well. The following were received in just a two week period: Skills: Pulled orders in an accurate and time consuming manner. Experience: Not willing to relocate anywhere. ...
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...
The following is an excerpt from an article written by a former executive recruiter and headhunter, and posted at careerealism.com. These are some of the top things that recruiters “will never tell you”, as you focus your job search. Your cover letter put him off. You might...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Dubost, a web product manager, built a webpage that is a near-perfect ringer for an Amazon.com product page, with himself as the product. What a great way to generate interest in a valuable commodity, himself! He created a stir and has received so many responses that he...