By Allison Hirschlag Google CEO Sundar Pichai received a unique job inquiry recently. Not only was it sent directly to him — hardly the norm for a giant company — but it was also hand-written by a 7-year-old girl. While Chloe Bridgewater from Hereford, England is not exactly on the job hunt yet, she wanted… read more
by Denise Restauri TWEET THIS Until we change the way we see women, we’re not going to change the way we treat women. be unwavering. I call it “true north vs. magnetic north.” My true north is what I believe in, what my thoughts are, what my values are. Designer Carrie Hammer at Role Models… read more
By Adam Bluestein The process of finding a good mover can seem daunting. But doing a little research is worth it. By shopping around, you can save money (sometimes more than $1,000) and avoid scams. Here are 12 steps to help you through the process. 1. Get recommendations. Ask friends, coworkers, and local real estate… read more
Bust it out. Get it done. Here are 19 tips for relocating across the country (or across town) for pennies: 1. Ask for Assistance If you are moving due to a job change, be sure to ask your new employer if they offer any type of relocation assistance to help you cover costs of the… read more
So you took my advice and have been working on becoming a more likeable employee, but still feel like you’re not earning respect at work? Maybe it’s not just about what you should start doing. It can sometimes also be about what you need to stop doing. If you want to earn more respect at… read more
Posted by HR Solutions Blog Team When an employee leaves your company, the costs associated with finding a replacement lost productivity, or increased over time can add up. Conducting exit interviews with departing employees can help limit future turnover and identify areas where your business needs improvement. Exit interviews also create an opportunity to transfer… read more
Etiquette surrounding a Skype interview is different from both in-person and phone interviews, but mastering the art could land you the job you’ve been coveting. Skype interviews can really be the best of both worlds — you still get face-to-face time with an employer while cutting travel out of the equation. And while mastering the… read more
Job interviews over Skype are becoming increasingly common. You might be able to see one another, but a virtual interview over the internet is not the same as one face to face and you need to prepare accordingly. Here are some considerations to help you embrace technology and master a Skype interview. Dress professionally Should… read more
By Matthew Tarpey EMPLOYERS SHARE THE MOST MEMORABLE MISTAKES JOB SEEKERS HAVE MADE IN INTERVIEWS We’ve all heard about the importance of first impressions, but when it comes to a job interview, the data actually backs up the adage. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 49 percent of employers know if a candidate is a… read more
Source: CareerBuilder WHEN THE TIME COMES FOR YOU TO ASK QUESTIONS, YOU’LL BE READY WITH THIS COMPLETE LIST. An interview is meant to be a two-way street. The hiring manager is interviewing you to determine whether you’re the best fit for the job. At the same time, you should be asking questions to determine whether… read more