Top 5 Résumé Mistakes
August 7, 2012
Most job seekers understand that a résumé should be free from typos and be two pages in length, max. Beyond these basics, however, what should…
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Using Corporate Legends to Communicate Culture
- August 6, 2012
We often hear that communicating organizational culture is an important task. However, most people fail to provide examples on how to do that very thing! I've been testing different methods for sharing culture (collecting touchstones, for one), but one of my favorite ways to share our corporate beliefs and values is through the "legends" within [...]
Read MoreStaffing Services in St. Louis, MO
- August 2, 2012
As part of our ongoing effort to celebrate the achievements of our individual offices, this week we’d like to introduce you to our local staffing…
Read MoreUsing Your Alumni Network
- July 27, 2012
Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate or are approaching your 20th college reunion, your alumni network can be an invaluable asset in your career…
Read MoreHow to Lead in a Crisis — Lessons Inspired by Lyndon B. Johnson
- July 27, 2012
Imagine for a moment that you're Lyndon B. Johnson, 37th vice president of the United States. For just over two years, you've had little power and little to do. Then suddenly President John F. Kennedy is killed, and you become president, with all of the mammoth responsibilities that entails. What would you do? Thanks to [...]
Read MoreHiring Lessons from Vince Lombardi
- July 27, 2012
By Dan Monarko Vince Lombardi is widely considered the best football coach of all time, and ultimately may be the greatest coach in the history of all sports. He is widely accredited for his success because of his ability to inspire and motivate players; however, that is only part of the story. Lombardi was a [...]
Read MoreIs it Time to Become a Free Agent?
- July 27, 2012
Uncertainty. It’s still the name of the game in today’s economy. As a result, employers are wary about hiring full-time workers. That’s the bad news. The good news is that employers still need to run their businesses, get orders out the door, and solve customer problems. They just may not be as willing to hire [...]
Read MoreBecoming a Leader, Instead of Just a Boss
- July 26, 2012
Are you a leader or just a boss? There’s a difference: · A boss is someone you report to; a leader is someone you look…
Read MoreHow to Interview Entry Level Candidates
- July 18, 2012
Hiring for entry-level positions presents a classic Catch-22. On the one hand, you don’t want to risk hiring a job seeker with lots of experience,…
Read MoreWhat Does Your Website Say to Job Candidates?
- July 13, 2012
As Phoenix recruiters, PrideStaff knows that in today’s day and age, the first place a job candidate goes to learn more about your company is your website. What do they find once they get there? If it’s a less than impressive showing, then it could be impacting the quality of your candidates. So how can [...]
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