7 Things You Should Do After an Interview

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A job interview provides a golden opportunity to show you are the best candidate for a particular job. When the interview ends, there are things you can do to put yourself in a great position to land your dream role, too.   Some of the best things to do after an interview include:  1. Verify the… Read More »

Recession-Proof Hiring Strategies for Light Industrial Hiring Managers

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Light industrial hiring managers face an uphill climb to recruit and retain top talent, particularly in the midst of a global economic recession. But, with the right hiring strategy, you can continuously attract skilled professionals to your team.    There are several hiring strategies that can work well for light industrial organizations. These strategies include:    1. Contingency Planning  … Read More »

How to Set SMART Goals for the New Year

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You want your career to prosper in 2021 and beyond. In order to accelerate your career growth, you need to take a “SMART” approach to your career goals.   A SMART approach involves creating career goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. Once you make SMART goals, you can begin your journey toward accomplishing… Read More »

10 Ways to Reduce Hiring Bias

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Your company wants a workforce built on diversity and inclusion. But, despite your best efforts, ageism, racism, sexism, and other biases may inadvertently come into play during the hiring process.   Research indicates hiring bias can be a problem for many employers. If you understand the dangers associated with hiring bias, you can identify and mitigate this issue before… Read More »

5 Signs It’s Time to Look for a New Job

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You feel satisfied with your current job, but there may be warning signs that your position does not fulfill your career aspirations. If this is the case, you need to quickly identify these warning signs. That way, you can begin a search for a new job that allows you to achieve your career goals.   There are many signs that… Read More »

Work-Life Balance: Why It’s Critical to Employee Retention

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Work-life balance, i.e. equilibrium between your everyday work activities and personal life, is paramount. Yet, some companies ignore work-life balance. The result: these companies struggle to attract and retain top talent.   If your company encourages employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance, it boosts the likelihood of developing and maintaining an engaged workforce. Since workers can enjoy and appreciate life to the fullest extent, they will be motivated… Read More »

How to Ask for and Get More Responsibility at Work

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You work hard and feel ready to take on additional responsibility. That way, you can show your company exactly what you can accomplish — and position yourself to climb the corporate ladder, faster than ever before.   Requesting additional responsibility at work is sometimes difficult. However, with the right approach, you can ask for and get more responsibility.   Let’s look… Read More »

Spruce Up Your Management Style for Spring

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Spring is here, and now is the perfect time to revisit your management style so you find new ways to connect with your team.   How you manage your team can have far-flung effects on your company’s success. If your employees feel engaged and motivated, your business can increase its productivity. In the long run, productive employees can help your… Read More »

What Should You Wear to Your General Labor Job Interview?

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A general labor job interview may seem intimidating, even if you possess the skills and education to thrive in a particular role. In fact, some job seekers worry about what to wear when they interview for a blue-collar job — and perhaps it is easy to understand why. When it comes to a job interview,… Read More »