Career Advice Blog by Recruiters

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 […]

We work with clients on A LOT of resumes.  It is the starting point of your job search and sometimes your first impression to a company. There are 5 simple things that everyone can do to enhance their resume.  If we can help you with an A+ resume that you can be proud to show […]

Companies invest heavily in building attractive brands. They also often invest uncalculated time and resources into attracting and hiring great talent candidates. Yet many employers undermine these efforts through one surprisingly common practice: ghosting job candidates during the hiring process. This disappearing act—ceasing communication without explanation—does more than just frustrate individual applicants. It can significantly […]