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Understanding Seasonal Hiring Trends
Everything is seasonal, whether it’s tourism, shopping trends, or factors in the professional world. As a job seeker, it’s important to understand how dynamic your economic environment can be. There’s a lot to bear in mind, but here are a few core considerations to start with. Basic Overview Things...
read more »How Has Technology Shaped Recruitment?
Each time a new year comes, it’s hard not to be reminded of the far-reaching effects that technology has had on our day-to-day lives. However, it hasn’t only made it easier for us to find cat videos or order pizza—it’s redefined much of the recruitment process. Here’s how. Data-Driven...
read more »Your Workplace and the Holiday Season
This time of year can bring a complicated mix of emotions into any workplace. There may be a holiday-induced rush of clients that contributes to stress, but the holiday spirit can also work wonders for morale. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with the former and ensure the latter....
read more »Are the Holidays a Bad Time for a Job Search?
The holiday season is an important part of the year for taking care of yourself and enjoying the company of loved ones. Many job seekers assume that the professional world grinds to a halt around this time and that they should hold off on their search altogether. But is...
read more »Interview Questions: Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?
Some interview questions are tougher than others, but these can be the most important ones. They are often designed to determine how well you understand both your professional environment and yourself. When asked why you left your last job, here’s what to bear in mind. Why They’re Asking This...
read more »Knowing a Good Recruitment Agency When You See It
Some experts will build arguments against the relevance of recruitment agencies today, but things are a bit more nuanced than they’ll usually let on. As is true in many other contexts, whether or not you should consult a recruitment agency depends on the quality of their work. Knowledge and...
read more »Building a More Creative Workplace
If we always did everything by the book, we wouldn’t have the spirit of forward-thinking innovation that drives modern professional culture today. Creativity in the workplace can take many forms, but properly harnessing its power in your workforce will always pay off. Understanding Creativity Most of us might assume...
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