First of all, this is a such a great infographic!! We send each of our candidates who go on an interview a packet of prep material that includes a lot of these points (among other things) but you should save this photo to your phone as a quick […]
Jessica
Whether you are a natural born leader or you are trying to move up in your career, there is always room for self-improvement. The main thing I’ve learned in my years of leading a recruiting team is there is always more to learn! Everyone on your team should (ideally) bring some […]
The 5 Basics to Being a Better Leader
Before you even give your 2 week notice, it’s important to have a plan so that you are able to leave on the best terms. No matter how big the industry or the city that you live, it’s truly a small world and the way you handle your resignation can […]
Start quitting before you quit.
Many people are natural-born leaders but you don’t want to be known as a dictator! Even when you have the best intentions, being a good team player can take focus and determination for those people whose natural instincts drive them to take charge. “The leadership traits that people most […]
5 Ways To Keep Your Leadership Tendencies In Check When ...
Whether you are seeking new clients in a service-oriented field, looking for a new job, or happy where you are it’s a good idea to invest a little time in your LinkedIn profile. Even if you think you’d never leave your current job, you never know when an amazing opportunity […]
How to Upgrade Your LinkedIn Profile and Get Hired
Every recruiter has experienced “that guy.” And before you get all defensive, I know every candidate has also experienced “that recruiter” (who is the reason I now cringe when called a “head-hunter,” because I hate the negative connotation it implies). So, this goes both ways. Feel free to comment on why […]
Don’t Be That Guy – The Bad Candidate
Unfortunately, I have seen more people than ever over the age of 50 that are actively looking for a new job due to all of the layoffs in the Houston market. Many of these people have been with the same company for DECADES and now they are in competition with […]
Getting a Programming Job When You’re Over 50
I get asked this question so often! Where should you invest your time and training in order to grow in your career? “Salary and benefits information hub, PayScale, recently released a study in which it looked through data on how skills affect worker compensation. According to the results, these […]
9 New Tech Skills That Can Boost Your Salary
It’s a bitter-sweet moment! You’ve just landed a great opportunity but now you have to quit your current job, which is stressful for everyone, but especially tough for passive candidates who probably have a good relationship with their current boss but are leaving for more career growth. Below are […]