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The Counteroffer: Why and How to Avoid This Losing Proposition
By Gregory Saukulak - Originally posted on recruitingblogs.com. To see the original article click here. When an employee informs their supervisors of their resignation, they are sometimes confronted by what is known as a counteroffer - an employer’s “rebuttal” to the resignation in the form of a proposed salary increase or other perceived benefits. Many misinformed professionals have no hesitation in considering a counteroffer. In fact, many will reason that a salary increase in their ...
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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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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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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 ...
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Resume Objective Statements That Kill Your Hiring Prospects
Article from JobMob.com How to know if your resume has an objective statement that helps or harms. Does your resume have an Objective Statement that starts with something like, “A responsible position allowing me to fully utilize my professional skills and which provides me with an opportunity for professional advancement”? If it does, consider that you’ve just asked a potential employer to read 20+ words that say absolutely nothing and risked having that person close your ...
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7 Assumptions that Stall Your Job Search
By Alesia Benedict, CPRW, JCTC GetInterviews.com What old assumptions about resumes and job searches are holding you back in your job search? Many job seekers fall into the trap of thinking about resumes in ways that are no longer standard practice. Approaching today's job search with old-style strategies is not going to drive your resume to the top of the "must-call" list. Take a few minutes to review your resume and ...
