It’s a little known fact that persuasion can help you land the dream job – but how? This infographic by NowSourcing gives some of the best tips. Takeaways: Internships are a good place to start! Do your research – if you aren’t interested in them, they won’t be interested in you! Do not promise more than you…
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Employee experience can seriously impact your bottom line. The Employer Brand Index gives you insight into what talent really thinks about your company.
Employee engagement – there are many myths, but how true are they? This infographic by Michael C Fina answers that question and looks at 5 myths of employee engagement. Takeaways: It’s not all about the cash. Recognition programs offer ROI. High performers need extra motivation. Managers require training and practice to be effective. Millennials are not…
Some people may scoff at the thought of needing a LinkedIn profile in order to get a job, and they might be right. It is not a need, but it would definitely be an aid in getting a good job. Having a great LinkedIn profile, complete with recommendations and job history, would tell a future…
Of all the ways you hope to spend Christmas, job hunting is likely not one of them. But if you’re a jobseeker, Christmas could be the most effective time to apply for a new job. In today’s world, job competition is fierce. With 77 percent of people saying they would be willing to work on Christmas…
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How to Be More Creative
There is a definite process involved in being creative – but how can you be more creative? This infographic created by WhoIsHostingThis? gives some tips and advice. Takeaways: Firstly, gather the raw materials. Next, digest them and look at them in different lights. Then, don’t think about it – but let your mind go onto…
Careers in the US are on the upswing but which industries are growing? This infographic by SunTrust explains more. Takeaways: Healthcare support is the largest growing industry in the US. Personal care aides is one of the hottest positions in the US. San Jose, California is the hottest spot for jobs for young professionals.
Graduates will soon be facing a much different environment than the ones their parents entered in the last generation. There are lots of jobs which didn’t exist 10 years ago (due to human’s reliance on technology) and they pay much better than more ‘traditional jobs’. This infographic by Kaplan Business School lists 10 of them. Takeaways:…
If you haven’t heard about or seen the #VineResume by Dawn Siff in the last 8 months then you have been in a black hole. She produced the world’s first 6 second video CV using the popular Vine app. It went viral and was being reported on everywhere: As much as this was a great…
The tech industry is a hot market for professionals across the globe – the future of tech is looking pretty promising. Cracking into the tech industry doesn’t have to be a mission impossible, though. This infographic, by our friends at InternMatch, showcases how to break into tech careers. Takeaways: On average, one-year-old tech startup firms create nearly…