Financial Services Recruiting
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10 Good Ways to ‘Tell Me About Yourself’
I love this article because it gets straight to the heart of the interview process. Skills, work history and so forth are important but only in terms of getting you to the plate. Ultimately, the interview is where you have a chance to hit it out of the park. Being prepared, asking the right questions and engaging the interviewer are all critical to your ability to land the role you really want. Each of these ...
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An Employer Of Choice – These Are The 10 Commandments That Set The Great Apart
We, as recruiters, spend a ton of time evaluating talent and making sure that the right person gets into the right position at the right time. Unfortunately, employers often drop the ball once the hire has been made. This article does a good job of highlighting what many great organizations do to make sure that the talent they are hiring continues to contribute on a long term basis. Not a be all, end all summary, ...
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Interview Cheat Sheet
Interview prep is one of the most overlooked steps in the job search process. Why? I do not know. Unfortunately, a candidate that does not adequately prepare will often come up short when it matters most. This article does a pretty good job of summarizing those things that are most important. Take a look and if you have questions or need more depth on any or all of the concepts, don’t hesitate to let me ...
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Gen Y’s Impact in the Workplace
Great article about the changing nature of the workforce. As employers, we need to figure out how to relate to, and capture the hearts of, the Gen Yers that will become the backbone of our future. Technology, work / life balance, flexibility and culture will become extremely important as we work to attract the best out of a rapidly shrinking talent pool! -David Weaver Gen Y's Impact in the Workplace By Amy Chulik, CareerBuilder Writer "What words come to ...
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The Cost of a Bad Hire
Whether the numbers are exact or not, it is clear that there is an enormous cost associated with making a poor hiring decision. That is where we can help. We actively focus on recruiting candidates that fit from both a skill set and a cultural perspective and guarantee our work. Let us know how we can help you! - David Weaver Career 1 Source does not have any association with this company, nor is this a ...
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It’s not about me, it’s about you…the 20 questions you need to ask in a job interview
One of the most important, but often overlooked parts of the interview process are the questions a candidate should be prepared to ask a potential employer. In this article, Marc Cenedella does a great job of highlighting some key questions you should considering asking when moving through the interview process. Not all of them will fit in every situation, but they are a good starting point. The key is to show your potential employer that ...
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If the Job Fits
The following is a great article on a subject that many job seekers don’t pay enough attention to. Once the decision to make a move is made, candidates look to step into a bigger and better role as soon as possible. Unfortunately, if a move is made without paying attention to one of the most important, yet non quantifiable job satisfaction indicators out there, the candidate is just asking for trouble. Consider these ...
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When is the best time to start looking for a new job?
Love this article. I think Luke is right on here. It never hurts to keep your eyes and options open. If nothing else, you have the opportunity to build another connection, dialogue on current issues facing your industry and potentially get inside the walls of your competition from a product and a business plan perspective. I do a lot of work in the employee benefit arena and making these types of connections early is parallel ...
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Words to Avoid and Include in Your Resume
Came across this article today…..great thoughts related to the information you include within a resume. Make sure each word you use has meaning and purpose. Flowery, non-quantifiable adjectives are a quick way to elevate the BS meter for those that review your resume and that is something you certainly don’t want. Don’t be afraid to toot your own horn but make sure you can back it up and make sure those reviewing the resume have ...
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10 Good Things To Do While Between Jobs
Remember that the situation you are now in is not permanent. You will not remain in the unemployment phase indefinitely. You are simply between jobs and while hunting, here are 10 things you can do to stay positive and proactive while waiting to get your job offer. 1. Join a Job Search Group The job search can be overwhelming. There are others out there feeling the same things you are. Meeting once a week can keep you ...
