Returnships: A Key Diversity Initiative

The Benefits of Returnship Programs in Workplace Diversity

I am sure you have heard the story a thousand times before.  A woman in the middle of her career has children and takes maternity leave.  Weeks off turn into months or years as the new mom focuses on raising her child either due to necessity (the cost of child care can be egregious) or […]

Impacts of Social Networking on Talented Employee’s Retention

Why Social Networking Should be Encouraged in the Workplace

Does your employer allow you to access your Facebook, Twitter, or other social networking profiles at work? Is access to the outside world blocked? One of the most debated about workplace topics is does allowing access to social networking decrease the productivity of your workplace. Some would argue that if employees were able to access […]

How To Source with Google Chrome

Customizing Google Chrome for Sourcing Candidates and Prospects

Google Chrome is a web browser that offers the ability to add features called extensions to the browser along you to customize it to suit your very specific sourcing needs. Jim Stroud walks us through how to source for candidates and prospects using Google Chrome. . How To Source with Google Chrome Links cited in […]

Do Your Homework with Pre-Interview Research

The Importance of Company, Industry, People and Position Research for Job Candidates

Do Your Homework with Pre-Interview Research Hiring managers and recruiters expect candidates to have done their homework! You have an opportunity to impress them, whether applying for an internship or a job. It has never been easier to become knowledgeable and informed. Company Research: You will need to understand what the company or organization does […]

The Importance of Differentiation

Proactive Strategies for Differentiating Yourself in the Job Search

Today’s job market is incredibly competitive and, as more and more of you are finding out, the traditional system of finding employment which relies on “powerful” resumes and cover letters no longer works. Despite being reminded of this fact every day, your mindset still dictates that all you need to get noticed and get in […]