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5 Things to Never Say to Your Recruiter

How to Talk to a Recruiter No matter where you are in your job search, you should always think about putting your best face forward. If you're working with a recruiter (which we highly recommend), it's easy to...

5 Top Traits to Look For in a Recruiter

How to find the right recruiter? Whether you're a candidate seeking employment, a client scouting talent or someone interested in a career in recruiting, some top traits and qualities make for a talented recruiter. Excellent communication skills...

How to Accept Your Job Offer (2022)

What to consider before accepting a job offer? Receiving a job offer is exciting. It can mean finally gaining employment after time away, or maybe it's a role that will help you get to your dream job. But...

How to Attract and Retain Generation Z

Meet Generation Z Generation Z, or Zoomers, as they call themselves, are the newest cohort to enter the workforce. Born between 1997 and 2012, they've grown up with technology and are the first generation to be considered digital natives....

The Dos and Donts of Working with a Recruiter

What you should know before working with a recruiter When hunting for a job, recruiters are a highly valuable resource. They have in-depth knowledge and experience in hiring, can match you to roles that fit your skills, and can...

“Why should we hire you?” – How to Answer and Mistakes to Avoid

Why should we hire you? Out of all the interview questions, one of the hardest to answer is "why should we hire you?" When you really think about it, any interview ultimately aims to understand why they should hire you. ...

9 Tips to Clean up your Social Media

As much as you think your social media profiles are unrelated to work, the reality is that hiring managers will see them. According to CareerBuilder, 70% of employers screen candidates' social media profiles before hiring. But that's not all....

Second Round Interviews: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Why Interview Preparation is So Important? If you've come across this article, there's a likely chance you've been called in for a second interview. First off, congratulations! Receiving a second interview invite means you've impressed the hiring team,...

Top Qualities Employers Look for

What do employers want from candidates? Job hunting can be kind of funny sometimes. While job descriptions can be very detailed, outlining all the qualifications and certifications required for the job, there are a lot of specific qualities...