Effectively Reaching Beyond Your Job Description It goes without saying– or rather, it should– that completing the duties detailed in your job description is always an expectation. The fact of the matter is, while your work should be appreciated, it most likely will not be specially rewarded unless it shows an extraordinary effort on your…
OVERCOMING THE “YOU’RE OVERQUALIFIED” It’s that same old line that experienced professionals hear repeatedly: “You’re overqualified for the position.” But what does that mean? Well, more often than not, the simple translation is, “You cost too much money.” Hiring managers and business leaders assume that applicants with extensive experience, particularly in upper level positions expect…
Handling Age Discrimination with Grace The new year is nearly upon us, and that makes all of us another year older. With age comes wisdom, right? If only that was all others thought of older generations. To some hiring managers, a more mature candidate may seem like a less technically savvy candidate, or a candidate…
How To Move Forward After Being Laid Off Being laid off refers to a temporary or permanent termination of work contract by an employee because of reasons relating to the business. A company may suspend just one worker or a group of workers at the same time. Another point worth noting about layoffs is that…
The Value of Building The Relationship with Former Employees For years, the thought of an employee returning to a job they had left was almost unthinkable. It wasn’t until recently that “boomerang employees” — employees who leave a company only to return again later on down the line — became an object of attention for recruiters and employers. The hiring…
8 Signs of a Bad Company to Work For There is no shortage of uncertainty, as both parties do all they can to present themselves in the best light – not unlike dating, but with a salary and a job title on the line. And, just as in dating, it can be difficult to see…
10 Clear Signs That Your Job Interview Went REALLY Badly 10 Clear Signs That Your Job Interview Went Really Badly You’ve completed a job interview and think that you’ve messed it up. It happens, but it can leave you with a horrible sinking feeling. Job interviews are nerve-wracking, no matter how much you prepare for them…
From Crisis to Connection: How to Build a Social Media Crisis Management Strategy On a regular day, connecting with your audience on social media requires tact, care, and forethought. In the epicenter of a major crisis, the pressure skyrockets. What should your brand say when the facts and the future are uncertain? And how should…
10 Recruiting Strategies for Hiring Great Employees Recruitment is your business’s most important strategy. To execute their mission and reach their objectives, organizations must first employ the right people. In today’s knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy, most businesses consider human capital their most important asset. This is why recruiting managers are so important: they secure the top talent…
The Introvert’s Guide to Navigating the Workplace Our fast-paced, highly interconnected digital world seems to be the perfect environment for extroverts to thrive. Outspoken and vivacious individuals seem to have an easier time networking, managing teams and negotiating pay raises. However, being an extrovert, introvert or ambivert has nothing to do with your ability to…