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You’ve landed an interview. Excellent work! Wouldn’t it be nice if you knew what questions you might be asked? Make a good guess by preparing for these six frequently asked interview questions. 1. What can you tell me about yourself? Interviews often open with this seemingly informal inquiry. Don’t be fooled. The interviewer is NOT interested in your personal history, your hobbies or…
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Investing in your employees can help your organization lower turnover rates. After all, happy and engaged employees are less likely to leave. But, where should your company begin? Here are seven ways to effectively invest in your team. Prioritize Onboarding Employee investment should begin on day one with a strong onboarding process. Not only will this give your recruits a great first impression, but also it allows them…
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Your phone rings. And look, it’s a recruiter. But, you’re a little busy right now. Maybe you’ll just ignore it. Guess what? That’s not a smart idea. Here’s why answering the phone when a recruiter calls is in your best interest. Top Reasons to Answer the Phone When a Recruiter Calls Learn About New Opportunities You may be relatively happy in your current position. So,…
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Your organization has worked hard to recruit and hire top employees. And, you’d like to keep your people. Here are five ways to increase your talent retention. Provide Purpose According to the former SVP of People Operations at Google, Laszlo Bock, “We all want our work to matter. Nothing is a more powerful motivator than to know that you are making a difference in…
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When you’re searching for employment, you know it’s a smart idea to research organizations by visiting their websites and social media channels. But, what else? Here’s why you should be using online reviews to improve your job search. Where to Find Reviews Company reviews are merely a search away. Both Google and Facebook provide five-star rating systems. However, keep in mind, these reviews usually come from…
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You know your company’s brand is important. So, what if your messaging isn’t working for your organization anymore? Don’t worry. You can fix this. Follow these steps to get your employer brand back on track. Conduct a Brand Audit Start by giving your employees a quick survey. Ask them to, “Tell me about our company’s brand.” Their responses probably will fall into one of four categories. 1)…
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When you signed up to work with a recruiter, you might have been hoping they would answer “Yes” to any of your requests. However, sometimes a definite answer isn’t in your best interest. Here’s why you want to partner with a recruiter who’s willing to tell you “No.” You Want to Make a Great First Impression and Land That Job …
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Because professional development isn’t cheap, your organization may consider cutting back. However, generally, that’s not the best idea. Here are seven reasons why you should prioritize employee training. 1. Stay Innovative Especially in today’s ever-changing world, you need your team to remain current on the latest advances and technology. Otherwise, all those superstar candidates you hired several years ago will be out-of-date. As a result, your…
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You received an invitation to an interview, but it’s a video interview. Now, you’re not sure what to expect. That’s OK. You’ve got this. Simply follow these do’s and don’ts for interviewing over video. When Interviewing Over Video… Do Take the Interview Seriously It’s tempting to think video interviews aren’t as serious as in-person meetings. However, this isn’t true. In fact,…
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Between advances in technology, cost-cutting measures and social distancing, many companies have begun to leverage virtual interviews. If your organization is thinking about exploring a video format, you’ll want to find the best platform. Here’s an overview of five popular options (in alphabetical order). myInterview myInterview provides a video widget that can be easily added to your existing recruitment site. Their product includes invitations, analysis of candidate responses and 24-hour support. The basic plan…
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