How do we thank our military veterans when they return to civilian life? One way to show our gratitude is to hire them for jobs where they can provide for their families and use the skills they’ve acquired. Hiring veterans is not only good for them; it’s a smart move for businesses of all sizes….
Read More“Most interviewers feel it’s the candidate’s responsibility to be ‘on,’” writes Jeff Haden of Inc. “Remarkable interviewers feel it’s their responsibility to get the best from every candidate.” A job interview is a reciprocal opportunity for both sides to get to know each other in order to make a decision that is in their mutual best interest….
Read MoreBeing invisible is no fun. Doing invisible labor runs a close second. Yet someone needs to do the invisible labor: Make the coffee. Remember the birthdays. Listen supportively to stressed coworkers. Orient new hires. Invisible labor hurts everyone Four years ago, an often-referenced Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant article for the New York Times addressed…
Read MoreHow many jobs have you had? How many of them does a potential employer want to see on your resume? Job seekers often ask this question, “How many jobs should be on a resume?” Here’s the answer: it depends, but probably fewer than you would think. Employers spend just seconds on each resume before they…
Read MoreA common question asked by job seekers continues to be, “Should I include references on my resume?” The answer is no, unless the employer specifically asks for them in the application instructions. Keep reading to understand the reasoning behind why it’s not wise to include references on your resume, as well as best practices for…
Read MoreImagine this scenario: You just had one of the best job interviews of your life. You can tell that they like you and that you are a good fit for them. You really want this job. In a few days, sure enough, you get an offer. But there’s a hitch: The salary being offered is…
Read MoreOne in four workers in the United States did at least part of their work at home in 2018, according to a report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Sometimes, workers seek the option of working remotely to accommodate personal circumstances. Other times, the employer requires it, having decided not to maintain physical office…
Read MoreThe average tenure of an employee these days is 1.5 years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. All of that churn is expensive. It can cost tens of thousands of dollars or even surpass an employee’s salary to replace them, according to HuffPost contributor Jack Altman, CEO of Lattice, a performance management software…
Read MoreSome jobs make you eager to go to work. Others don’t, to put it mildly. Persevering and working through problems can redeem the situation, up to a point, but sometimes leaving is the best solution. How can you tell? When is it time to quit your job? Some reasons are obvious: Your partner has accepted…
Read MoreIf you are visiting the blog of a recruiting firm like Bradsby Group, you are probably at least considering whether your current employment fits into your career goals. Sometimes this question means it’s time to look for a new job, but other times the answer is right there within the organization you’re already part of,…
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