You’re looking for work, but you haven’t had much luck. Guess what? You don’t need to do everything on your own. Here’s how to find a job faster by making the most of your alumni network. Tips for Using Your Alumni Network to Land a Job Stay Connected (or Get Reconnected) Most colleges and schools… Read More »
You have several employees out today… again! This trend is driving you crazy. So, what can you do? Here’s how to fix employee absenteeism by first fixing your culture. Tips for Creating a Culture to Fix Employee Absenteeism Provide Purpose Larry Page, the co-founder of Google, once said, “If you’re changing the world, you’re working… Read More »
You’re trying to land a new job. So, what can you do to improve your odds? Here’s how grounded enthusiasm makes for a successful interview. What Is Grounded Enthusiasm? According to social psychologist Amy Cuddy, grounded enthusiasm is a combination of commitment, confidence, and passion. This quality predicts drive, initiative, persistence, enhanced mental activity, creativity,… Read More »
Spring is here! So, all those gardeners out there are starting to think about flowers and plants, fertilizer, and mulch. But did you know gardening practices apply to business too? Here’s how to manage your team like you would take care of your garden. Choose the Right People (or Plants) When gardeners choose their plants,… Read More »
Bragging is part of the interview process. After all, you’re trying to sell yourself to land the job. However, don’t attempt to disguise your boosting as modesty. Skip the humblebrag and get to the facts. What Is A Humblebrag? Humblebrags start as either a self-critical statement or a complaint. Yet, their true purpose is to… Read More »
You’re trying to create a resume with an attractive design. While searching online, you stumble across Canva. Canva advertises “free, professional resume templates to customize.” So, should you make a resume on Canva? Here’s why it may not be the best idea. What Is Canva? Canva is an online graphic design platform. You can use… Read More »
You’re thinking about working for a staffing agency, but you’re worried about benefits. Will they offer health insurance, a retirement plan, vacation pay, and more? If you’re working for Halpin Staffing Services, the answer is YES! Here are some of the great associate benefits Halpin has to offer. Halpin Staffing Service’s Top Associate Benefits Career-Building… Read More »
You’re searching for a new employee. Of course, qualifications and experience are important, but don’t forget about trainability. So, how can you tell if a job applicant is trainable? What Is Trainability? Trainability refers to an employee’s ability to master and apply new skills. Brainpower comes into play. However, a person must be flexible and… Read More »
Jeff Bezos left his computer science job at 31 and launched Amazon. Julia Child worked in advertising, media, and secret intelligence before writing her first cookbook at 50. And Grandma Moses, began her prolific painting career at 78. (Business Insider, 2018) So, is there an age in life you can no longer change career paths?… Read More »
You just received a call for an interview. That’s wonderful news! But what if you get nervous? What if you make a poor first impression? What if you answer all the questions wrong? Stop right there. Don’t let self-doubt mess up your interview. How to Keep Self-Doubt OUT of Your Interview Remind Yourself Why You’re… Read More »