Posts by Ronda Burchard
7 Tips for Nailing an Online Interview
As video conferencing technology continues to get better and better, more companies are embracing online interviews. Interviewing candidates online saves time, money, and can speed up the hiring process. And as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many employers have no choice but to conduct online interviews. Though much of the preparation for online interviews is similar…
Read More4 Tips for Working From Home
As we all adjust to our new normal, many people are working from home for the first time. In addition to dealing with the anxiety of the coronavirus pandemic, you are also faced with the daunting task of getting work done outside of your office. First and foremost, consider yourself lucky that your job allows…
Read More4 Tips for Managing Remote Employees
As the country grapples with COVID-19, many employers are managing remote employees for the first time. If you’re a leader in your organization, how do you effectively manage your employees remotely? Here are some tips: Schedule Weekly Video Meetings Communication is key when dealing with any employee. Remote employees are no different. That’s why you…
Read More5 Resume Trends You Should Follow in 2020
Your resume is one of the most important parts of your job search. You need it to help you stand out from other candidates, catch the attention of recruiters, and, most importantly, land you an interview. But your resume won’t get any of this done if it’s old, outdated, and doesn’t adhere to the latest…
Read MoreHow March Madness Affects the Workplace
With the NCAA Tournament right around the corner, March Madness is about to take over the workplace. And while employees are busy filling out their brackets and trying to keep up with all the games, workplace productivity will suffer. In fact, businesses lose an estimated $1.7 billion due to productivity drops over the course of…
Read More5 Reasons Recruiters Reject Your Resume
Finding a new job can be extremely challenging. From perfecting your resume and writing countless cover letters to finding and applying for multiple jobs, looking for a new job takes a lot of time and effort. So when your application gets rejected, or worse, you hear nothing back at all, it can be frustrating. If…
Read More5 Ways to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile for Your Job Search
If you’re looking to make a career move, one of the best things you can do to help improve your chances of landing a new job is completing your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is used by 95 percent of recruiters to find and vet candidates for jobs. Plus, 35.5 million people have been hired by someone…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Working With a Recruiter
What’s it like working with a recruiter? If you’ve never worked with a recruiter before, it’s likely you have misconceptions about the process. You also may be missing out on some amazing career opportunities. Partnering with a recruiter for your job search can be extremely beneficial for your career. You’ll learn about jobs only recruiters…
Read MoreWhy You Should Think Twice Before Accepting a Counteroffer
You’ve been unhappy at your job for a while and you finally decide to make a career move. After some interviews, you end up getting a job offer. But when you tell your current boss you’re leaving, to your surprise, they offer you more money to stay. Should you accept? This scenario happens more than…
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