19 Mar

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Elevator Pitch: How to Write a Killer Introduction

Imagine yourself on the way to an interview. You’re taking the elevator up to your destination when you realize the other occupant is your interviewer and they say, “tell me about yourself”.  You have a short window to describe who you are, what you do and why they should hire you. That’s the elevator pitch. Of course, this isn’t usually the use-case, however, a carefully crafted elevator pitch is a powerful tool to use during your job search. Subscribe now to get the guide to Crafting Your Elevator Pitch and more!

26 Feb

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Interview Questions: Why is this Position Open

So you’ve done it. You made it past those pesky applications and screening questions and earned the interview. Now you’re probably wondering how to ace your interview. An important thing to consider is good questions to ask during an interview. A lot of candidates focus on answering tough questions the right way. Ex: What is Your Greatest Weakness? However, there is a lot to be said by asking the right questions as well! We’re starting a new series to help you ask the right questions and ace your interview! Today we’ll focus on when and how to ask, “Why is this Position Open?” and what information you can gather from the answer you receive. After all, an interview is a two-way street. An employer might be deciding on whether or not to proceed. In addition, you are also deciding whether or not to move forward with an opportunity as well.

14 Feb

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Apply Fast using ZipRecruiter

Many job seekers use Indeed to apply fast. However, ZipRecruiter is one of the fastest growing job boards, In addition, ZipRecruiter offers a few unique features for candidates when you upload your resume. While most boards require job seekers to actively search and apply, ZipRecruiter uses SmartMatch technology. With SmartMatch, job seekers receive notifications of jobs that may be in line experience. In short, ZipRecruiter offers a way to help you apply fast. More than just applying fast, the site notifies you if something becomes available that may be a good mutual match.

07 Feb

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Hire Better With Data-Driven Recruiting

According to a LinkedIn study, companies who use data-driven recruiting strategies hire twice as fast. In a market where time is of the essence, and it feels like hiring is never fast enough, the ability to hire twice as fast as your competitors is a major differentiator.  Data-driven recruiting can level up your organization. More importantly, you can use data to make decisions based on actual information rather than hedging your bets on intuition. Looking for a roadmap to setting up your data-driven recruitment strategy? We've got you covered. Subscribe now to get the roadmap and more!

26 Jan

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Resume Formatting When Using Job Boards that Parse

Sometimes applying for a job can feel like a full-time job. It doesn't have to be that way! Indeed is a giant in the job board world and we want to give you some quick pointers. In this post, we’ll cover resume formatting, what to include on your resume, how to answer screener questions and more. Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter for a FREEBIE checklist. This checklist also includes an example of what a resume looks like to hiring authorities when it’s properly formatted vs. improperly formatted.

19 Jan

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Pro Tips for Partnering with Employment Staffing Agencies

So you’re ready to enlist the help of an employment staffing agency. Where do you start? We’ll give you a quick rundown of what you need to get started with most agencies. In addition, we'll provide you with a free Employer Pro Tip Checklist & Guide for Partnering with an Agency when you subscribe to our list!

08 Jan

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Employment Staffing Agency Tips for your Office’s Slow Season

employment staffing agency, temporary staffing agencyEvery company goes through workload cycles and for every business it looks different. There are busy seasons and slower seasons. Being productive during busy times is the easy part because there’s no shortage of work. But how can you maximize your organization’s productivity during the slower times? It’s during these times that employees also tend to slow down. Here, LeadingEdge Employment Staffing Agency shares some tips on making the most of your office’s slow season.

04 Jan

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Temp Agencies Explain the Advantage of Hiring Quality Temp Workers

temp agencies, temp to hire staffingBringing on new staff members is a tough task for any San Antonio or Austin business owner. You need to make sure that you always have the ideal number of employees to balance productivity and profit. This can make it hard when you need someone short term or for seasonal work. That’s where temp agencies come in. They can help solve any logistical issues with staffing and provide you with quality workers who can help you succeed. They offer many options, such as temp to hire staffing, so you can be flexible and efficient with your staffing budget. There are other benefits as well, especially if you hire quality workers through a temp agency. Here are some of those benefits.

29 Dec

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Greatest Weakness: Tips on Answering This Question

We all have them: weaknesses. It's no wonder that one of the hardest interview questions to answer is "What is your greatest weakness?". While we’re not fond of thinking about our weaknesses, taking a personal inventory is a critical first step in any job search. The biggest weakness question doesn’t have to be a barrier to your dream job- as long as you know how to answer this question correctly. It’s never easy to discuss our flaws. The job search process can feel like such a vulnerable time too! Sometimes this question can feel like a trap but it and prove an excellent way to show your ability to be honest and grow. There’s much to be learned about a candidate by their answer to this question. So, don’t be offended or afraid to tackle this topic head-on. Let’s dig in and strategize on best practices for answering: “what’s your biggest weakness?”