Fortune magazine’s annual report on the World’s Most Admired Companies is a veritable Who’s Who of the world’s biggest and best-loved brands. It’s also a great list of companies to target when embarking on your job search.
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Interviewing In Slippers — How to Ace a Video Interview
Job hunting these days surely isn’t for the camera shy. More and more employers are turning to the ease, time-savings, and cost-effectiveness of video interviews for potential candidates. A recent article in Business Insider said video interviewing “is reaching a tipping point” and is fast becoming standard practice for many firms. “Until now, neither the technology nor the […] Read Article “Interviewing In Slippers — How to Ace a Video Interview”
A Closer Look at the Jobs Report
This morning’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) employment report for the month of March showed an addition of 88,000 jobs and a slightly lowered unemployment rate of 7.6%. Positive revisions to the January and February reports added an additional 61,000 jobs to the economy than previously thought. There were a number of sectors with gains […] Read Article “A Closer Look at the Jobs Report”
Your Best Ally for Job Searches and Promotions: A Professional Portfolio
Fact: a resume and cover letter aren’t going to cut it anymore if you’re in the market for a new job or promotion. Today, you need a lot more than just a few sheets of paper (or digital files) to affirm the skills and value you bring to the table. You need something that will […] Read Article “Your Best Ally for Job Searches and Promotions: A Professional Portfolio”
The 40-Year-Old Intern Revisited
Internships have become something of a rite of passage in the hyper-competitive job market — and not just for those fresh out of school. Older workers returning to the workforce or making significant career changes are increasingly exploring internships as a way to gain experience, sharpen skills, or get a foothold in an organization. Internship […] Read Article “The 40-Year-Old Intern Revisited”
Hot Jobs!
1) Adecco’s Greenville, South Carolina branch has 100+ immediate opportunities for Mortgage and Loan professionals! Get details here! 2) We have multiple opportunities for Pharmacy Techs in Springdale and Cincinnati, Ohio! Apply here! 3) We are currently recruiting for temporary and contract-to-hire Part-time Customer Service – Call Center Specialists in Moonachie, NJ. These positions offer […] Read Article “Hot Jobs!”
7 Free Apps to Make Your Life Easier: Productivity, Travel and Notes
Continuing the theme of my last post, where I shared with you 7 Free Apps to Make Your Life Easier: Commute, Inspiration, Social, News and Job Search, I wanted to share some additional free apps that have made my life easier. These apps focus on productivity, travel and notes. Do you have any favorite apps? Share […] Read Article “7 Free Apps to Make Your Life Easier: Productivity, Travel and Notes”
Show, Don’t Tell: Challenged-based Interviewing
If you’re heading to a job interview these days you better be up for the challenge. Literally. One of the hottest trends among employers is what’s being called “challenge-based interviewing.” A recent Forbes magazine article claimed that the challenge-based approach could “change the job application process on both sides of the interview table forever.” The article went […] Read Article “Show, Don’t Tell: Challenged-based Interviewing”
New Trends in Training and Development for 2013
Innovative training technologies are nothing new. Almost all major companies utilize some form of online learning module, and even top business schools offer remote training opportunities that employers can utilize (usually for a healthy fee). But now that those technologies are in place and very familiar, the time has come to iterate and improve upon […] Read Article “New Trends in Training and Development for 2013”
Top Jobs 2013 – A Look Ahead at Some of the Most In-Demand Roles in the National Job Market
Whether you are a professional looking to get ahead in your career or a business leader looking for people who can help your company get ahead, it’s important to know what skills and roles are in-demand. Adecco’s recruiting and career experts throughout the country examined national hiring metrics and salary trends to uncover the seven […] Read Article “Top Jobs 2013 – A Look Ahead at Some of the Most In-Demand Roles in the National Job Market”