Did you know that the average human being spends around 13 years and two months of life at work? If that’s the case, then don’t you think that we all deserve to spend all this time being happy at work? If you agree, then settle in because this blog is for you! We are all … Continued
Stagnating in a career is actually worse than hating your job! At least when you dislike your job, you will do something about it. When your career is stagnant, you may not realize it immediately. Somewhere along that road, it will suddenly dawn on you just how frustrated you are with your job, and that … Continued
Nearly 60% of employers say that what their organization lacks is soft skills. Hiring managers today mourn the increasing soft skills gap in IT but as you navigate through your career, it is easy to focus on the hard skills that are required for tech roles. After all, it is your core technology skills that … Continued
Recruiters, this is one of the core skills to acquire. Listening is, in fact, the key to selling and effectively qualifying a candidate. So recruiters, are you an effective listener? If not then start today. Listen carefully to understand what the clients or candidates want or have to offer. Here are: 10 Tips to become … Continued
The #1 fatal interview mistake recruiter’s say candidates make is going to the interview unprepared. Candidates, please avoid making this mistake after being shortlisted from a gigantic pool of applicants. Fatal Error #1: Going to the interview unprepared Employers personally dislike it when a candidate is unable to answer the most common interview questions like … Continued
Leaders get so engrossed in constantly dealing with problems that they lose sight of their main objectives and goals. To guarantee a healthier work-life balance, leaders must start focusing on coming up with creative solutions. Listen to any manager speak; very few talk about their objectives or goals. More or less concentrate on their problems. … Continued
‘How do I apply for my dream job?’ you ask. For starters let me ask you, what are you doing about it? Well, don’t just sit there wishing. Do something about it. The only way to land that dream job is to stop wishing and starting taking some much-needed action. The “Do Something” Principle I … Continued
Seems challenging isn’t it? How do you answer the interviewer who is keen on knowing why you want to leave your current job? Well, whatever answer you give make sure you are not ranting about your frustrations and pain regarding your current employer. [Q] Why Do You Want to Leave Your Current Job? Examples A1] … Continued
It’s a challenging process especially for small business owners to recruit and retain high-quality candidates without going bankrupt in the process. In this article, I will be talking about 3 recruiting tips for small business owners to follow and put into practice. Develop a Job Description With Clear Directions You need to be detailed and … Continued
So, your interview is almost over and the interviewer has now given you the opportunity to ask him/her any questions you may have, what do you do? A) Further, pitch yourself for the job B) Ask questions about salary and promotions or C) Nervously smile and say you have no questions to ask. Wrong! The … Continued
So, are you thinking of reapplying for a job after being rejected? A well-established norm is to wait for 4 months before reapplying for the interview you attended. But if you got rejected in the initial screening by the bot because you forgot to add the relevant keywords, then you should definitely go ahead and … Continued
So, you have decided to dive into this ambitious career path of helping companies grow and people finding their dream jobs. But do you know what to expect on your first day/year as a recruiter? In this article, I will be sharing the good, the bad and the ugly truths of being a recruiter. #1: … Continued
Organizations are always looking for talented candidates. It is not always certain that management is able to hire the best candidate moreover the current trends in recruitment seem to wipe out good job candidates. Companies don’t realize that their reputation is at stake throughout the hiring process from posting the job online to answering submitted … Continued
Today’s recruitment market is more challenging and competitive than ever before. Besides that technology and social media have become indispensable tools for both recruiters and job seekers. Even still, the resume seems to remain the focal point used to shortlisted candidates for an interview. Therefore, I will be showing you how to write a resume … Continued
Dear Recruiters, it is high time that you utilized social media to build your employer’s recruiting brand and improve your online presence. Social media for recruiters is also known as social recruiting or social media recruitment. Today, both employers and employees can find out everything they want to know about each other through a quick … Continued
Is your cover letter and resume stopping you from standing out and being hired for the job of your dreams? Read on if you want to know how to write winning cover letters that get you hired or apply for that IJP (Internal job posting) in such a competitive and overcrowded job market. [bctt tweet=”A … Continued
Today’s job market is tough and not as it’s advertised. You say, ‘I have applied to almost 100 different jobs, why can’t I get hired?’ I can totally understand your dilemma of not getting job interviews. I know what it’s like to be without a job and worse case scenario not knowing what the future … Continued
Are you wondering if you should follow up with the hiring manager or recruiter about the interview you attended last week? Should you call, email, or wait patiently? Well, the answer is yes you should follow up. Call, email, anything will do; you following up is giving the prospective employer the impression that you have … Continued
With competition being so fierce, you need to be at your best while preparing for an interview. No doubt with practice and experience you can walk into an interview with some much-needed confidence, but being respectful, genuine, and aware are some easy tips you can use to hone your interview performance skills. In this article, … Continued
The ability to find and recognize opportunities when they present themselves is a key skill required in all leaders; and being authentic and honest can help prepare yourself for a leadership role. Conduct yourself the right way and leadership opportunities will definitely come knocking at your door. 3 ways to prepare and present yourself for … Continued
Are you feeling like you’ve plateaued in your career? Have you been having trouble WOWING your boss? Well I might have a solution for you. In this article, I will list 5 simple ways to succeed at your work. Here are three things you should already be doing (and if you’re not start now!) Strengthen … Continued
Post-interview thank you emails are a way of expressing gratitude for the opportunity of meeting with the interviewers. It is a crucial etiquette that you send a thank-you note to your interviewers within 24 hours of your interview. In this article, I will be sharing some tips and a sample template on how to write … Continued
So you got promoted and now are the boss of your former colleagues. It feels awkward, doesn’t it? How do you maintain your friendship as well as manage your colleagues? It truly is a million-dollar question but the answer is simple – by being a boss and not a buddy. Yes, you can of course … Continued
As an entrepreneur just starting out, identifying which qualities to look for before hiring your first employee can be a daunting affair. Nevertheless, it’s pretty obvious and goes without saying that you need to look for someone who is smart, energetic with strong work ethics, vision, good communication skills, and integrity. Because years down the … Continued