Graduating from college is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful, especially when it comes to finding a job. With so many new job seekers flooding the market at once, it can be challenging to stand out and secure a position in your field of choice. However, with the right strategies and mindset, […]
As the latest generation to enter the workforce, Generation Z, the most populous and diverse generation, has lots to offer. It is estimated that by 2025, Gen Z will make up 27% of the workforce and one-third of the Earth’s population. These individuals are hardworking, resilient, and adaptable, having navigated through some of the most […]
The future is now. With the COVID-19 pandemic blurring time and driving, in large part, recent workforce transformations (welcome to working from home) the U.S. job market is undergoing rapid changes as adjustments are made to catch up with society, medicine, and technology. Therefore it stands to reason that the jobs of the future are […]
Whether it’s Great Resignation or the Great Upgrade, overall job market trends continue to favor employees. With resignations and demand for workers remaining high, this employment trend is expected to continue through 2022. So now is the time to hit the job market running and in the words of Henry David Thoreau “Go confidently in […]
I may be dating myself, but when I first started recruiting, it was different! I’d call the local newspaper, tell them what I was looking for and they would post it. The post read something like this, “Local Business looking for an employee who has the following…apply today.” The applicants came in and I’d hire […]
For anyone who hires people you know it’s hard out there! Despite what the numbers are telling us, we all know how difficult it is to find and secure great talent! There are a lot of definitions to the word “courtship”. One of the definitions, according to Merriam Webster, is “an attempt to convince someone […]
As hiring starts to ramp up again (thank goodness) one thing employers will be looking for are soft skills! Soft skills are becoming increasingly important as businesses look to add value to their workforce. In fact, the Wall Street Journal reports, “Competition has heated up for workers with the right mix of soft skills, which […]
It’s never been more apparent how important continuous learning is for survival. I am fortunate to work for a company that understands how critical this is – not just for their employees, but for the customers they serve. Every two weeks, we provide free education to our clients and employees in the form of “Wicked […]
You have positions to fill. You want to get the best, most talented individuals to help your business grow. Take a good look at “Those Crazy Kids” – they’re a wellspring of knowledge! A new generation of talent is entering the work force. These workers are 23 and younger. They have grown up in a […]
A lot of things have changed since March. The way we apply for and secure a great job is one of them. Arguably there are positives and negatives to hiring virtually. But for now, and for the short-term future (I hope), this is a very real way to find a new job. So, how do […]