Career Advice Blog by Recruiters

I know you’ve seen the “Hiring” signs in the windows of every business you frequent, and have decided maybe now is the right time to get back into the job market. No matter the reason you left the workforce, these tips will help you get back into the game: Get your Resume and LinkedIn profile […]

So, you’ve made the decision to time off from the workforce. You’ve run all the numbers and you can make it work. Congratulations! It comes with an excited “EEK” feeling and also a worrisome “eek” feeling. Whatever the reason you chose to stay home, here are tips for staying fresh for when/if you are ready […]

Internships and Apprenticeships give students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and dig a little deeper into their field of study. The internship experience will also set you apart from fellow students when looking for jobs after graduation. We coach students who walk away from an internship even more excited about their chosen field or […]

I coach people all the time who say, “I haven’t looked for a job in (4, 10, 12, 15) years.” It’s not a bad thing to have been out of the job hunt for a number of years. All the more reason to take time and initiative to prepare for an upcoming search. We tell […]

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 […]

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 […]

After coaching hundreds of professionals through career transitions, we’ve noticed a pattern. When we advise clients on networking, interviewing, and personal branding, the most common response is: “I don’t know how to start.” That’s exactly where templates become game-changers. You may not see their value yet, but you will. Templates aren’t about being generic—they’re about […]