There was a time when a job search involved buying your local newspaper and finding the “employment” section. Try using that process these days — you may never land a job again. The lesson? You need to keep up with changing technology. In other words, you need to go where the jobs are. That starts…
You want to make the best impression possible at every job interview. That starts with the easy stuff. Avoid silly mistakes so that you can give the best impression possible. This is sometimes harder than it sounds. Interviews are over before you know it. Most conversations with prospective employers last less than an hour. Meanwhile,…
You want to get the most out of your career. That starts with mastering your job and putting in the best effort in everything you do. But there’s another factor as well: knowing how to get the most out of salary negotiation. Unfortunately, many workers fall short in this department. Besides not getting the most…
Everyone likes being thanked. That’s not just speculation — statistics back it up. One survey discovered that about nine in 10 hiring managers (91%) said they appreciated receiving a thank-you message from candidates. This doesn’t always impact your chances. Only 22% of employers reported being less likely to hire an applicant who failed to send…
Want to get the most out of your next job search? Maximizing your chances of landing your dream job involves getting a lot of little things right. It helps to know what to do to increase your odds of getting hired — and what traps to avoid along the way. Experts have begun to worry…
First impressions happen quickly. That’s part of their nature. No wonder so many candidates agonize about their wardrobes headed into job interviews. But how can you impress employers without emptying your bank account? After all, you’re looking for a job — you might not have a paycheck coming in. That leaves very little in your…
LinkedIn has become a centerpiece of any wide-ranging job search. The company boasts over 830 million total members, with 50 million users looking for career opportunities each week. Given this scope, are you doing enough to get the most out of the platform? Leveraging LinkedIn represents one leg of a diverse job search. A top…
Any great achievement starts with a solid plan. This dynamic holds true for your hunt for the perfect position. A well-structured job-search plan will give your career the boost it needs. How can you put together the perfect outline for success? A top recruiter, like SmartTalent, can give you the guidance you need. Reach out…
How much do employers care about your personality? Probably more than you think. Once you prove you can achieve the basic tasks of a position, companies will switch to exploring whether you have the temperament to achieve success in their organizations. That’s why personality testing has become so popular among employers. One estimate suggests that…
Getting a job is difficult in the best of circumstances. One study found that the chances of getting hired for any particular job sits near one in 100 — 1.2% to be exact. Given these already thin odds, it’s crucial to avoid any mistakes that would further undermine your ability to land your ideal position….
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