If you’ve been applying to jobs for awhile now, but haven’t been getting too far in your search, your resume, or the lack of a resume, is likely to blame. This essential document is the first impression you’ll make on a hiring manager, so if it fails to resonate, you’ll be immediately passed to the [...]
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First impressions matter – especially when you start a new job. It’s important to make an impact and distinguish yourself early on. The connections you forge, the value you demonstrate and the relationships you build will endure. Hit the Ground Running You don’t want to be seen as aggressive, but you do want to score [...]
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Think back on the best boss you ever had. Was that person someone whom you feared or respected? Did she inspire you to do work, or did you do it because you had to -- she was “the boss”? How did others feel about him as a superior? Do you, as a boss, emulate that [...]
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Even the savviest of job seekers is bound to make the occasional mistake. But by learning how to navigate potential pitfalls, you can optimize your chances of success and achieve better, faster results as you take your career to the next level. Here are some common mistakes to avoid: Not Having a Plan Finding a [...]
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Fluff words are those vague, tired clichés that your include on your resume just to fill it out. They do nothing to help you stand out as the best candidate. Considering that the average reviewer or applicant tracking system (ATS) spends less than 10 seconds on an initial resume review, it’s imperative that you nix [...]
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If you feel the need to add something to your resume, seriously consider temporary employment. Gone are the days when temp work meant you couldn’t find a job because you weren’t good enough to find a permanent one, many companies regularly utilize temporary hires to meet their needs. This sort of employment may well fill [...]
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Business is booming in Las Vegas, but as a company leader, you’re already well aware of the massive resurgence happening to the local economy. As competition in your industry begins to heat up, it’s more important than ever to staff your organization the right way. Managing the hiring process is incredibly time-consuming, and you already [...]
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After years in a slump, the Las Vegas economy is finally on an upswing. The unemployment rate dropped from 6.9% in April 2015 to 6.1% in April 2016, meaning this is a great time to start thinking about expanding your career horizons. While there’s nothing wrong with taking the traditional route up the ladder, the [...]
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Social media has made it possible to share thoughts, ideas and images with thousands of friends and connections – and beyond that, with virtual strangers everywhere. The harsh truth is that as much fun and as useful it may be, it also has a down side. Even the smallest mistakes in terms of what you [...]
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What’s the difference between being busy and being productive? It may seem like a fine line at first, but especially when your goal is to advance your career, it’s important to understand the very real difference between the two. It All Comes Down to Focus The differences between busy people and productive people ultimately lead [...]
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August 23, 2016
