Job Search

With all of the new and exciting job opportunities out there, keep these 3 things in mind when embarking on the next step in your career.:

1. Skipping Lunch

2. Working Late

3. Checking Email Late at Night

The way you operate in the first few months in a new role sets expectations of your work ethic going forward. You obviously want to make a good first impression, but I would recommend ensuring that work style is sustainable and jives with the way you are naturally most productive. While you may be tempted to turn on the jets and run yourself ragged the first few months in a new position to prove yourself, tread lightly because the last thing you want to do is burn yourself out early on (or ever!)

Read additional detail on the three mistakes new employees make here: Top Three Mistakes New Employees Make

Originally published on Forbes.com by Raquel Baldelomar ngIf: contrib_block.display_author.authorType === ‘ad’ on February 25, 2016

For the first time since before the recession, 42% of employees said that they believe now is a good time to find a quality job. More people are searching for careers that they enjoy, and many are motivated more by social causes and work-life balance than money. Employers are shifting their models to accomodate the motivtions of employees and now is a great time to see what other opportunities are out there.

Join the search to find your dream job! Check out the “For Candidates” tab on our website Building Careers Open Positions to explore high quality careers.

Read the full Gallup poll here: U.S. Quality Job Outlook in 2015 Best Since 2007

Gallup Poll originally published on Gallup.com on December 17, 2015.

These lists always fascinate me because they are determined by people who have voluntarily taken time out of their day to give a positive review.

So many of the reviews I see are negative rants about a rude customer service rep. Rarely do you see a sparkling review about a friendly, stellar customer service experience. Why when we have a negative experience do we want to get the word out there? Is it to look for consolation and commiseration with others in the same boat? Maybe when we have good experiences, instead of shouting that from the roof tops, we’d prefer to keep that gem to ourselves. Heck, the more people that get this great experience, the harder that person/company will have to work to keep it up.

Either way, the companies on this list are doing something right. They know how to treat their employees, who are the engine behind most of these successful machines. In creating this list, Glassdoor asked employees to rank their companies in categories including culture and values, compensation and benefits, career opportunities, and work-life balance. See who made it to the top! Is your dream employer on this list?

https://www.glassdoor.com/Best-Places-to-Work-LST_KQ0,19.htm

Want to give back while earning a couple of extra bucks this season? Have a look at these 6 “do-gooder” jobs.

“This season, retailers will hire about 755,000 people from October through December — roughly equal to hiring last year, according to an analysis by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Many of the holiday jobs will be with big-box retailers: For example, Wal-Mart is hiring 60,000 people, Macy’s 85,000 (for Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s stores), Target 70,000, Kohl’s 69,000 and Toys “R” Us 40,000.

But for many of Americans, working at a giant retailer stocking shelves or manning a register has about the same appeal as doing the dishes. For those who just need to pocket a few extra bucks, that may be fine. But some people wish to give back while earning that holiday-season cash.”

These

Volunteer coordinator

Graphic Designer

Fundraiser

Clerical Associate

Holiday Personal Assistant

Delivery Driver

Doesn’t a “Holiday Personal Assistant” sound like a lot of fun? Look for me in a Santa hat carrying Christmas gifts this season ;-)!

Read the full list of jobs and how you can get involved here: https://lnkd.in/eGggqaY

Originally published on November 30, 2015 in MarketWatch by Katy Hill.

1. Negotiate

2. Know what you can base the negotiations on

3. Do some digging for information on previous contracts

4. Back up our claims

5. Write your arguments down on paper

6. Ask questions to clarify

7. Know who you’re at the table with

8. Check your inhibitions at the door

9. Always be nice

10. Know your worth

11. Set the precedence of what you can do for them

This article is a nice checklist to follow as you are considering taking a new position. As a recruiter, I am frequently faced with negotiation situations between companies and candidates. I have a leg up because I hire for a plethora of companies with target salary ranges, and I also have current and target compensation discussions with candidates daily. Knowledge is power, and having the data points and research to back up your claims goes a long way. I would highly encourage any employee to negotiate or at least discuss every point on the employment contract with the employer because you are able to learn more about their expectations what the position entails.

See the full article here: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/250786

Originally published on Entrepreneur.com on September 22, 2015 by Sarah Landrum

Having that serendipitous moment where you leave a client meeting about a new position and you immediately have a candidate in mind that would be a skill, personality, and culture fit is an amazing feeling. That feeling that you are making a positive difference in someone’s life amplifies when you communicate this position to the candidate and can guide them through the interview and offer process. Making that match and seeing the joy and satisfaction on both the company and new employee’s side is why we recruiters do what we do.

In order for us headhunters to work our career matchmaking magic, it also helps tremendously when candidates have an idea of what their ideal position would entail. When you speak to and meet with recruiters, have an idea of both what you like and are not so fond of as far as work environment, company size, team dynamic, and work products. Being about to articulate how your background and previous experience makes you the best person for your target position prioritizes you in the mind of a recruiter.

Ken and Vicky have been in the recruiting game a long time, and they offer a great perspective that candidates might not be aware of regarding a recruiter’s role.

See the article here:

Does My Recruiter Hate Me? 5 Mistakes Easily Avoided

Originally published by Ken Schmitt and Vicky Willenberg on August 4, 2015

Peter Harris gives some great insight into some of the myths that might be preventing you from getting your dream job or taking a step in the right direction for the way you want your career to go. As far as a one-page resume, I generally tell my candidates that if they have had more than four jobs or over eight years of experience, they can submit a resume longer than one page. I also recommend that candidates read the job description fully, and as a general rule, incorporate at least 10 keywords or phrases from the job description into their resume. Emloyers put a lot of time, effort, and thought into writing those descriptions because they are looking for a specific skill set. If your resume reflects the keywords and phrases that the employer has decided are important, your resume will stand out to them and you’ll be a shoe in for an initial interview.

Check out the full article here: The Ten Job Search Myths

Originially published in thestar.com by Peter Harris with Workopolis on Monday, July 28, 2015

1. Focus on how you can help the employer

Many experienced workers find it tough not to talk about their past acocmplishments, but it’s more important to talk about the job at hand and what you can contribute.

2. Trim your résumé

Coaches debate the wisdom of lopping off degree dates and past jobs to make yourself appear more junior. Most interviewers will see through that tactic. But it makes sense to edit your résumé to play down your managerial experience.

3. Get clear in your own head

Analyze your reasons for taking a step down the career ladder, so you won’t feel frustrated if you land the job.

4. Make an 18-month commitment

Employers fear that experienced workers will jump ship as soon as they find a better job. Promise to stay put for at least a year and a half.

5. Tell a credible story

If you are taking a lower-level job to support an artistic passion like playwriting or sculpting outside of work, be honest about that, while expressing your interest in the position and your commitment to working hard.

Check out the full article with more great advice compiled and published by Susan Adams at Forbes on 5/1/14 : How to get a job if you’re overqualified