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Disconnect Between Baby Boomers and Millennials
We often hear about the gaps between Baby Boomers and Millennials, the bad reputation Millennials have in the workforce, and frankly, the overabundance of information can be burdensome and tiring. However, a recent article caught our attention that demonstrates how to identify and accept...
Benefits of Using Vacation Days
Spring Break is here for most of the country, and summer vacation is just around the corner! Did you know both employers and employees benefit when workers actually use their vacation days? According to a recent Forbes article, there...
Heart-Healthy Workplace
How heart healthy is your work environment? According to the American Heart Association, heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and 2 killers worldwide. Did you know that “company culture can play a huge factor in heart health…” (A. Kohll, Forbes.com)? So, in honor of Valentine’s Day, here...
Engineering Networking Events & Tips
Networking is an important aspect of growing your career, no matter if you are looking for a new position, trying to expand your knowledge or contact base, or wanting to mentor less experienced professionals in your field. For some, networking can be a scary situation pushing them out of their...
Time to consider a contract job?
Ask yourself: Do I want to learn a new technology? Do I want to try a different role or work in a different Industry? Do I want to maximize my earning potential? Am I a fixer? (these folks like to fix a difficult situation) Am I filling a career gap? Am I trying to get into the workforce after a...
Body Language During Interview
On a recent rainy Sunday I had the opportunity to go see the movie “The Revenant” and it struck me that for all of the great screenplay and dialogue, the really gripping part of the movie was what wasn’t said – this great film was minimal in dialogue but conveyed a very powerful message. Actors...
Cover Letter- Get It Done!
As the school year is coming to an end I have gotten several emails from new graduates asking for advice on how to present themselves to prospective employers. Presenting yourself correctly as a recent grad with minimal experience to prospective employers is crucial to attaining that first job. ...
How To Master The Typical Job Interview Sequence
The objective of an interview is to get a job offer. Once you have the offer, you then have the opportunity to accept or reject it. As you prepare for interviews and actually meet employers, remembering this objective is the single most important thing you can do. You are NOT interviewing to:...
How To Ask For And Get The Job
From preparing for the interview to closing the interview, below you will find the eights steps that could help you land the position meant for you. Prepare for the interview Learn what your prospect employer needs. Research the company, formally and informally. Determine which of your skills,...
Questions To Ask The Interviewer
If offered an opportunity during an interview to ask questions, be sure to prioritize what questions you ask to learn as much as you can about the position’s responsibilities, expectations, deliverables and requirements. Most interviewers initially set aside only a short amount of time for an...
Interview Mistakes To Avoid
You’ve landed an interview at your dream company, now what? You’re nervous, excited, anxious – all these emotions spinning around in your stomach. Don’t let your nerves get the best of you and cause you to make common and avoidable interview mistakes. If prepared, you can relax and focus on the...
Reasons For Job Changes
Certain industries are seeing a rebound and good career options are becoming more available for top talent. Is a job change really right for you? There are four basic reasons a person changes jobs: 1. Situation Situation, has nothing to do with the job itself. Some people change jobs because...
How To Successfully Use Videoconferencing For Interviews
In a tight job market, we experience an increase in project demands and competition for quality professionals. Good talent does not stay on the market for long, so it’s a “no-brainer” that our clients are using Skype and other software for videoconferencing allowing them to save time, travel...
