Why You Should Hire for Character (and How To Do That)

  During the hiring process, most managers focus on hard skills and experience when identifying top candidates. While a person certainly needs the technical aptitude to manage the role, hiring based on those points alone could leave you wanting, and a single bad hire can create a lot of havoc. Instead of only considering a […]

No, a Robot Will Not Be Taking Your Position

  Technological advances can improve workplaces in nearly any industry, but they also leave many people concerned that their job will soon become a victim of the rise of the machines. While it is true that advances like artificial intelligence (AI) can impact how many jobs are done, that doesn’t mean you are at risk […]

Can’t Decide Between Two Job Candidates? Here’s Who to Pick!

  While having two great job candidates to choose from seems like a happy problem, it’s a problem nonetheless. Ultimately, you only have the ability to offer one of them the position, and that means you have to make a decision fairly quickly. But figuring out which person should be given the role isn’t always […]

Can You Apply to Entry-Level Administrative Jobs that Require Experience?

  When most people think of entry-level administrative positions, they picture a job that doesn’t require any previous experience. However, many of these opportunities include experience requirements, making this starter position seem like anything but. For those coming straight out of school or looking to shift careers, this can be especially frustrating as it makes […]

Introducing Yourself on LinkedIn? Don’t Do It Like This!

  LinkedIn provides job seekers with the opportunity to reach out to area recruiting and hiring managers without a more formal connection. While this ability is great for potentially locating a new position, it can also leave us open to making some critical errors during the introduction. And, if the first impression being offered isn’t […]