Why do employees leave your company? It's probably not for the reasons you think. Bolt Insurance put together the infographic below to identify the biggest reasons why employees leave their jobs and companies using information about the biggest stress inducers identified through research by the American Psychological Association and information about reasons employees leave … [Read more...]
Finding the Right Job – Personal Satisfaction Matters
Life is short. We have heard that quote a million times, but as I watch the years roll by I know that it's absolutely true. It is important to do something you enjoy. Whether you work for yourself or for someone else, finding the right job is essential to enjoying life. If you are unsatisfied with where you are, take the plunge and look for something new. You are never too old … [Read more...]
How to Use Social Recruiting for Job Hiring [Infographic]
Want to find the best candidates for open jobs at your company? Social recruiting can help you do it. Using tools like Twitter and LinkedIn, hiring managers have access to information, referrals, and even job seekers that puts them in a strong position to find highly qualified job candidates. Job seekers are active on the social web. You just need to look for them, interact … [Read more...]
Where Does Your Resume Go? [Infographic]
Have you ever wondered where your resume goes after you submit it through an electronic system? Lisa Vaas explains the process in detail, including tips to make sure your resume gets noticed, in a report for The Ladders. You can read the complete report here. In the meantime, check out the flowchart infographic (which is part of the full report) below. From how to start your … [Read more...]
Ways to Improve Your Resume After a Career Break
Guest Post by Margaret Francis. Ways to Improve Your Resume After a Career Break Life happens and sometimes that means that you will have to take a leave of absence from work. You may have to take a break due to pregnancy, illness, or some other type of personal situation. Regardless of the reason, it is important to stay connected to the industry and improve your … [Read more...]
Successful Marketing Strategies for The Job Seekers
I have several friends who recently found themselves in the market for a new job – and, fortunately, have successfully landed another job. Watching them through the process, I’ve concluded that finding a job in today’s job market can be like conquering a new frontier – and not just because the job market is flooded with stiff competition. The days of mailing in your resume … [Read more...]
Five Great Ways to Earn Extra Money in 2010
In today's down economy, many people have suffered job losses, cutbacks in work hours, and underemployment, resulting in significant income cuts. But with a little creativity, you can create income streams to supplement or replace that lost income. Take Inventory of your skills and strengths, and pick an activity that suits you. Here are five things you can do to make some … [Read more...]
When is the Right Time To Do What You Want?
Guest post by Anna Dworaczynska (learn more about Anna at the end of this post) How many of us wait for the right time to change our lives? Regardless, whether it is a minor or more complex change? I used to have a long list of excuses ready, which held me back from pursuing what I wanted. This is no longer true as I realized I need to create opportunities if I want a … [Read more...]
Seek and Ye Shall Find
My father-in-law used to say, "The best time to search for a job is when you have one" and I tend to agree. I'm happy with my current career choice and my accomplishments, but I am not naive enough to think that I am indispensable. None of us are safe as so many have come to realize this past year. But just because I'm grateful for my job, doesn't mean I'm going to rest on … [Read more...]
FedEx Offers Free Resume Printing March 10, 2009 Only
Via BizJournals.com - With so many people looking for jobs, FedEx is offering 25-free black and white copies (on resume-grade paper) to anyone who brings their resume to one of the 1,600 FedEx Office Print and Ship retail locations during regular store hours on March 10, 2009 only. … [Read more...]