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Choices are sometimes conscious decisions and other times circumstances force change. Regardless of which it is for you, you do have choices! I briefly commuted for more than an hour into downtown Los Angeles. It didn't take me long to decide it was simply not worth it. Career Choices Many previously could not imagine choosing not to commute. Where they live most may live in one area and commute to another so it never occurred to them there are options. But you can, by making a … [Read more...]
Human Resources and Tracking the Talent Effectively
Many attributes have changed over time when it comes to human resources (HR) and job applications. These changes have impacted those who are looking for employment (applicants), as well as the human resources departments (the companies). Describing the job application process to those born in the 21st century might result in blank looks. The word, "newspaper," tends to have that effect when anyone references it in the job application process. It used to be that job seekers would use … [Read more...]
Why You Need to Treat Job Applicants Like Customers
Like many people, I find the process of looking for a job to be tedious and draining. The last job that I really made an effort in applying to took four hours of my time, eating into my weekend and my workweek. I made it one step beyond the initial application before I was informed that I hadn’t been selected. However, the recruiter thanked me for the time I invested in applying. She also assured me that I was a competitive candidate and encouraged me to apply to future positions at … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Interview Guide for Fresh Graduates
A phrase that scares the life out of fresh graduates is "job interviews.” But little do they know that interviews are the only gateway to the corporate world. Interviews are the key to unlocking the first doors to their ideal professional lives. Being prepared for formal job interviews is indispensable, but it is simple too. With a little attention to some imperative tips, you can add a lot of ease and peace to your job interview preparation. This advice will help you get a job offer, … [Read more...]
Want to Post a Job? Why Betterteam Is the Way to Go
According to Fast Company, “Small businesses typically worry they're living in bigger companies' shadows in the talent market, but…research suggests they may have a hidden edge.” 87% of those who participated in a LinkedIn survey said that, given the choice, they would prefer to work for a small business over a large corporation. 87% is a pretty significant majority. So if you’re a small business, take heart—many people want to work for you. However, hiring people can be an … [Read more...]
