Having a mentor who can talk to you about their experience, including both failures and successes, can be a huge benefit to anyone at any stage of their career. But for women, who have to face a variety of roadblocks from the pay gap to inequality in the workplace, a strong team of people to…
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The Right Answer to “Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?”
There are a lot of questions that throw job seekers off their game in an interview, even some of the more common ones. But while you’re preparing for your next meeting with a potential employer, it’s important to consider your answers to these questions. One of the most common is “Where do you see yourself…
Should You Try a Unique Resume Format?
There are countless ways to design a resume, and today’s digitally-based communications styles have opened up additional options for job seekers. So when do you cast aside the traditional resume in favor of something a little more creative? Before you decide on a unique resume design, there are some things you should consider about yourself,…
What Do You Say to a Recruiter in Accounting?
Getting unsolicited phone calls can be problematic, especially during this election season. But if you’re on the job market, a call from a recruiter can be a breath of fresh air. As an accounting candidate, what can you say to a recruiter to help both of you better understand your needs and know how to…
Transition Interns Into Full-Time Roles
When you search the internet, you are likely to find a lot of information for interns to transition their jobs into full-time positions. However, there is very little on the other end of the spectrum. How does a business or a law firm know when to transition an intern into a full time employee? Here…
Qualities of Key Players on Your Financial Team
Will you be hiring for your financial staff in the coming months? Not only must they possess the skills necessary to do the job at hand but they need to have the additional qualities which can make them superstar candidates. It may be a good idea to consider some of the top qualities to look…
Lawyers Rank Well for Best-Paying Jobs in 2013
Are you a recent law school graduate or in a job transition looking for a legal sometime before the end of 2013 or into next year? There is good news for you: lawyers are some of the best paid professionals on today’s market. Several recent studies show that attorneys are receiving top pay in several…
Hiring is Your Next Investment – Here’s Why
Hiring should not be treated as an impulse purchase. You have probably experienced this scenario before. You meet a candidate who fits all of the qualifications and gives all of the right answers. This person may even remind you of yourself when you were starting out in your career. You make a hiring decision on…
How to Interview Candidates for Customer Service Positions
With so much competition for highly sought after jobs, how do you know what to ask in an interview to determine the best hire for your customer service position? An interview should give you an insight to each candidate and ultimately prove that they possess the customer service skills that you need. Consider these tips…