Out Now: Episode 415: Registered Apprenticeship Programs in the Clean Energy Sector With Dr. Janell Hills

Job Seeker Desperately Seeks HR Feedback

Sometimes writing this blog just hurts.  I see people in their weakest or must vulnerable moments who are compelled to share their inner most thoughts, fears, and situations because I have a blog.  I hate to see people struggle and living their lives from paycheck to paycheck or even worse with no paycheck at all. […]

5 Simple Steps to Build Your Personal Brand

Personal Brand Job Seeker Tips

Dave Cutler found himself in an unenviable position last year – one that too many of us are familiar with. He was laid off.  And like just about anyone searching for a job in today’s economy, Dave realized simply blindly shipping off his resume to every job posting wasn’t enough. He needed to stand out. […]

5 Ways to Succeed in Reinventing Your Career

Job Search Statistics & Finding Work in this Economy

Job Search Statistics & Find Work in this Economy The work economy and job search statistics are staggering: The current number of people unemployed in The U.S. for the month of June – 12.7 million; essentially unchanged since February 2012. The current national unemployment rate has remained steady at 8.2% for the past five months. […]

College Students Still Unsure of Social Media Job Search

Many Students Still Unsure of the Social Media Job Search

When it comes to social media recruitment, much of the reluctance stems from the unknown on the organization’s part – where to start, who “owns” it, what the strategy is, etc…  However, once these initial fears and obstacles are conquered, many employers enjoy using social platforms to showcase employer brand, engage their talent community, advertise […]

7 Ways To Nix Hiring Flukes & Catch Resume Lies

Catch Candidates Lying on Resumes

Today’s job market is tough. The May jobs report indicated only 69,000 jobs were created in May, well below the anticipated 165,000. Now add to that the fact that some two million individuals will accept their bachelor’s degrees as the Class of 2012, expecting to receive cushy full-time jobs with health and vacation benefits. What’s left? […]