Which college student has not heard that an internship or cooperative education opportunity is essential to a full-time offer after college? For the most part, summer hiring for internships is slowing down and I am listening to stories from young folks who are starting their internships. Stories about the relief of getting something for summer,…
Once upon a time, in a hiring market far, far away, a stressed out employer needed to find the perfect recent college grad. No matter how many resumes the employer looked at, however, he just couldn’t find the right fit. The recent grad he needed was out there, but how was he supposed to find…
It’s the weekend – are you working? Do you want to avoid becoming a work-a-holic? Takeaways: 62% of marketing and advertising executives bring work home on the weekends. 5% of those surveyed didn’t know how many hours they work per week. 37% of people never bring work home on the weekends. RELATED: How to Spot If…
Rumours – they can’t always be good things. Or can they? Why not listen closely and it could improve your talent acquisition tactics! Takeaways: You could be told that you’re not prepared to reach all job seekers – which you need to be! Only 36% of job seekers are active on LinkedIn. 6 in 10…
Normally, you would expect these jobs don’t need a degree for – but you’d be surprised! How many did you know? Takeaways: Ice cream tasters need a Master’s in food science to reach the top positions. Want to be the best puppeteer? You need a Master of Arts in puppetry. 1 in 4 job postings…
A recent post I did, Why Are You Doing What You’re Doing? got a most amazing response. It clearly hit a nerve with so many of you who commented directly to me and through social media. It also made me realize how important it is to the people you lead. The comments ranged from those of you…
What’s your personal brand? Yours is unique, just like everybody else’s. An effective personal brand wields influence and with it you’re likely to enjoy: A steady stream of ideal clients Rewarding partnerships Leadership opportunities Greater mindshare Association with a market niche Greater credibility Recognition and prestige Higher perceived value A-Z highligts: Valuable content has a…
As the war for talent has once again heated up, candidates are no longer willing to wait long for interviews. Many are simultaneously interviewing at multiple employers. If they get hired somewhere else, they cancel your interview. Some simply do not show up and do not call. Frustrating, right? Not to mention costly, as some…
When applying for a job, you want to impress any interview or potential employer you may meet. However, what must you stay clear of to ensure you impress your future employer? RecruitmentRevolution.com have the answers. Takeaways: Don’t abbreviate words – it’s simple, but don’t forget it! Only 27% of employers DON’T check your social media profiles…