Many people underestimate the potential of temporary positions through job placement agencies. They assume that temp jobs aren’t going to benefit their career, causing them to pass by exceptional positions. In reality, temp jobs aren’t just a form of short-term employment; they are career-boosting opportunities that can help make your professional goals a reality. While everyone […]
The manufacturing industry is blowing up right now. There is higher demand, and many employers in Connecticut are offering higher wages and better benefits. Not to mention, there is no shortage of entry-level positions to help you get your foot in the door. You might start as an assembly worker, machine operator, inspection employee, or […]
6 Questions to Guide Your Decision As we discussed last week, there are sound reasons for making a career change. But such an important decision should be handled with care and a thoughtful approach because making a career change will impact a person’s life in significant ways, for years or even decades. Let these self-evaluation […]
While some people pick a career by age ten and remain with it throughout their adult lives, they are a minority. In fact, it is not uncommon to experience multiple career changes over a lifetime of employment opportunities. Chances are, at some point, you’ve felt the nudge to do something different. Everyone has moments when […]
Every company has them: leaders and followers. Both are needed to accomplish the business’s goals, to drive the company’s mission and purpose. While a person’s innate skills and abilities, and personality traits often determine which camp an individual settles into, employers can play a pivotal role in developing the skills of those in both camps. […]
Working with recruiters can help you gain access to more opportunities than a traditional job search might. Typically, recruitment agencies have established relationships with employers and know exactly what they are looking for. Best of all, they can help you identify jobs in your area or specified desired location. If you have been considering partnering […]
You’ve been absent from the workforce for one, two, five, or even ten years. This break in your career may have been prompted by the desire to be a stay-at-home parent, the choice to further your education, a since-resolved health situation, a stint of volunteer service, or a longing to see the world. Possibly a […]
There’s plenty of news on the job front for 2021 graduates about to embark on their careers. Some of it is good—great even—while some fall somewhere between not-so-good and very bad. The great: the job market’s hot as the country emerges from the pandemic. The not-so-good: the competition to snag jobs is fierce. The really […]
The use of “behavioral interviews” has reached trending levels. This new way of conducting interviews provides key, evidence-based insights into what you, the potential employee, can bring to a company. The hallmark feature of this technique is the open-ended questions that will probe into your past work experiences. This approach leaves hiring managers and HR […]
When inquiring about the role of an administrative assistant, you may hear songs of praise that include phrases such as “the glue that holds the company together,” “couldn’t make it without him/her,” “MVP,” or other glowing terms of endearment. Why? Because a stellar administrative assistant can indeed be a dynamic force equivalent to a secret […]