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Job Seekers December 11, 2017

One Foot in Front of the Other

I committed to climbing a mountain earlier this year. The goal was to summit Mt. Adams, and live to tell the tale. I was ill- prepared for the journey, both mentally and physically. I made the decision to summit on the fly and I hoped it would spark a renewed desire to explore our beautiful...

Employers April 6, 2017

Are You Losing Top Talent to Your Competitors?

We all know what a difference a good first impression makes. Research shows most of us form an opinion about trustworthiness of others based on the first impression alone. Simple gestures like a strong handshake or a pleasant greeting influence that initial impression. It is equally important for an organization to make a good first...

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Employers August 15, 2016

Is Workplace Competition a Good Idea?

It is a fact that employees are the most important asset for an organization. The success of an organization depends on hiring, retaining, and ultimately driving the most value possible out of employees. With most companies trying their hardest to hire smart and driven individuals, workplace competition is simply a part of doing business in...

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Employers July 25, 2016

What Benefits Are Today’s Top Talent Interested In?

As an employer, you are likely eager to hire the most talented professionals in the industry, but do you know whether you are offering the most competitive compensation and benefits package? In a fast-changing market it can be difficult to know whether what you’re offering is in line with other employers. Today’s article offers a...

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Employers July 11, 2016

How Will Generation Z Impact the Workforce?

Generation Z is defined as the group of individuals born after the mid 90s, and they are the next generational wave to hit the workforce. Employers may have just started to understand the millennial workforce and now will have to wrap their heads around this new group of workers as well. Estimated to reach a...

Employers June 16, 2016

The War for IT Talent

The IT field is seeing such high demand for experienced and educated professionals that competition among employers can be fierce. Software engineers are experiencing some of the highest demand in the job market today with unemployment at roughly half the national average. In such a high demand scenario, employers have to take a second...

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Employers May 9, 2016

Hiring an Employee That Fits With Your Team

The job search process and hiring landscape are as competitive for employers as they are for job seekers. What sets a candidate apart and makes a good hire is the ability to understand and internalize the team or organization’s culture. Why is it important to hire strong candidates who are also a great cultural fit,...

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Employers April 25, 2016

Performance Reviews – a Thing of the Past?

Organizations are rethinking the way they approach performance reviews across multiple industries. The process that used to work well during the 80s and 90s is no longer the best approach in most cases. In this article we explore the evolution of the performance review system and some ways in which organizations are adapting to get...

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