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October 27, 2014The hiring process can take a lot of time, effort, and energy – it brings stress to just about everyone involved. So after the resume reviews and interviews, do you really need to do a background check as well? Absolutely – it’s a part of due diligence that you cannot afford to overlook. What looks [...]
Read MoreOctober 27, 2014
Have you seen the More Cowbell sketch from Saturday Night Live? It’s more than funny- it’s a metaphor for a successful work life. Everyone has…
Read MoreOctober 23, 2014
Feel like your job search is more of a trick than a treat? If you lack the proper confidence in your abilities, you might feel…
Read MoreOctober 20, 2014
The job search cycle is shortening. Baby boomers are retiring – and the population of replacement workers is smaller. Unemployment continues to decline. Skills gaps…
Read MoreOctober 20, 2014Working for too long without a break is bad for your brain. Maybe you’ve been trying this argument on your boss for years, but now you can back it up with some fact-based research. A 2008 University of Illinois study showed that the brain’s attention resources drop after extended periods spent focusing on a single [...]
Read MoreOctober 17, 2014One of your better-performing employees – a good team member with strong potential – recommends their spouse or significant other for a job at your company. Your hiring policy says that it’s okay, as long as they work in separate departments. From your initial review of the prospective employee’s resume, it appears that they have [...]
Read MoreOctober 17, 2014As you put together your resume, remember for yourself that there’s no “one-size-fits-all” formula. In fact, it will look better for you if you tailor each resume to the particular company or industry you’re focusing on. While some of the basics will remain the same, bear in mind that for something such as a skilled [...]
Read MoreOctober 17, 2014
Is it ever a good idea to hire someone who can’t do the job yet? It could be! In a perfect world, your new hire…
Read MoreOctober 14, 2014
The best jobs near Fresno, CA are right here. Stefanie Schwartz built her career as a direct recruiter. Now, as PrideStaff Fresno’s Strategic-Partner, she and…
Read MoreOctober 9, 2014
You’ve done it. After months of phone calls, networking events, resume submissions and interviews, you’ve finally received an exciting job offer. Congratulations! Giving your two…
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