3 Things That Will Surprise You About Job References

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At some point during your job search, you know references will need to be provided. Hiring managers value the opportunity to discuss your prior experiences with current or former bosses and co-workers. However, how these calls take place doesn’t always line up with what you may picture, and they may even contact people you don’t… Read more »

The Process Behind Finding the Top Talent for Your Company

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Securing top talent for your company is a time-consuming process. Follow these guidelines for a clearer path to finding the best workers for your organization. Determine Skills and Attributes Needed To figure out which skills, qualities and attributes are needed for a position, look for commonalities among your most successful employees. For example, your best… Read more »

Employ Partners Handles Employer of Record and Payrolling

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Think about this situation. Your project has an internal need for a talented employee but you aren’t able to hire anyone.  Maybe your company has a hiring freeze, or the internal process to hire a new employee doesn’t mesh with the timeline you need to complete the project. Taking it even further, you know exactly… Read more »

5 Tips to Stand out During Your Next Phone Interview

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As a confident would-be employee, you want to nail your job interview. But if you think all you need is a knockout resume, think again. Nowadays, companies take an extra step before the in-person interview: the phone interview. Here are five tips to help you stand out through a phone call. 1. Answer the Phone… Read more »

How Bold Do You Need to Be in Your Job Search?

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Searching for a job is stressful and time consuming. If you don’t have a plan, your search may take even longer. Follow these guidelines when securing your next position. Network Before applying for a job, find out the names of the hiring manager and other employees in the organization and contact them. If you’re unable… Read more »

What Does a Recruiter Look for in Your LinkedIn Profile?

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Because most recruiters use LinkedIn when finding top candidates for their client companies, it’s important to keep your profile updated. Here are four areas of your LinkedIn profile to pay close attention to so you’re more likely to grab a recruiter’s attention. Quantitative Results Listing specific, measurable results helps you get noticed. For example, stating… Read more »

4 Best Practices for Working With a Staffing Agency to Find Your Next Job

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If you’re new to working with a staffing agency, you probably don’t know exactly what to expect. Follow these guidelines for potentially greater success when working with a staffing firm to secure your next position. Communicate Clearly It’s important you communicate clearly with the staffing agency without taking up an unreasonable amount of time. After… Read more »