You’ve just been laid off, and your company has offered you outplacement services—but what exactly are they? Outplacement is a service that helps employees transition out of a company successfully. The employer typically pays for it as part of a severance package to support employees in finding new employment. Some companies offer this service, while […]

Did you know recruiters often review your LinkedIn profile before ever looking at your resume? Recruiters actively use LinkedIn to find talent for their open positions, so your profile deserves just as much attention as your resume. Here’s how to make it stand out: Spend 10 minutes a day on LinkedIn—comment on posts, share your […]

Deciding it’s time to find a new job can feel overwhelming, especially when considering a move into a different field or industry. Over the past few years, many people have left their roles in one industry in favor of positions in entirely new fields. The pandemic, for example, prompted professionals to leave sectors like medicine […]

Communicating effectively across generations in the workplace can foster understanding, collaboration, and productivity. Here are some tips to help bridge generational gaps: 1. Be Open-Minded: Recognize and appreciate the diverse perspectives and experiences that each generation brings to the table. Stay open to learning from others regardless of their age. 2. Adapt Communication Styles: Different […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, some practices, like reference checks, seem to have fallen by the wayside. Long gone are the days when candidates would meticulously list references, and hiring managers would diligently reach out to gain insight into a potential hire’s capabilities. Instead, a trend has emerged where reference checks are deemed unnecessary […]

In its simplest terms, executive presence is about your ability to inspire confidence — inspiring confidence in your subordinates that you’re the leader they want to follow, inspiring confidence among peers that you’re capable and reliable, and, most importantly, inspiring confidence among senior leaders that you have the potential for great achievements. We all make […]

Making a visual representation of your career trajectory and/or goals is a common practice called Career Mapping. Larger organizations with more established HR systems might even help you produce a possible career map with the help of software tools.  This can be built from the organization layout of roles at the company, and show you […]

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for searching for people because it offers several unique benefits that can be particularly valuable for professional networking, recruiting, and research. Are you maximizing LinkedIn’s capabilities for networking, researching job openings, preparing for an interview, or joining a new organization? LinkedIn is a valuable tool for networking and job searches. […]

As we enter a season where many people consider taking their next career step (hello new year), we want to offer our top tips for your job search. We polled our network of recruiting contacts and asked about their top tips as well. “My top tip for candidates in the current job market is to […]

Over the past five years working with job seekers at Skills Lab Training, I’ve observed fascinating shifts in how candidates approach their careers. Here are the most significant trends I’ve witnessed. 1. Master Negotiators: The Art of Getting More Today’s candidates are more sophisticated negotiators than ever before. They’re not just discussing salary – they’re […]