If you’re exploring a career move in 2025, you’ve probably noticed something: job boards are crowded, AI-driven application systems are unpredictable, and referrals still carry the most weight. One of the best ways to find opportunities is by reaching out to people you already know – but maybe haven’t spoken to in a while. That[…]
The labor market in mid-2025 looks very different from the one we imagined just a few years ago. The optimism of the post-pandemic recovery, the remote-work revolution, and the “Great Resignation” have given way to a climate marked by caution, control, and rapid technological change. Employers and employees alike are navigating a period of uncertainty[…]
Guest Post by Tina Martin For businesses trying to keep pace in modern talent acquisition, traditional methods of recruitment are no longer sufficient. Companies must now adopt innovative marketing strategies to stand out and attract top-tier candidates. By leveraging creative approaches such as engaging video content, strategic social media presence, and inclusive storytelling, organizations can[…]
So you’ve landed the interview. Now, how do you land the job? Hiring managers are likely meeting with multiple candidates for the available role so you need to find a way to stand out. Above a stellar resume and a firm handshake is the way in which you carry yourself. Your confidence will be your[…]
Image courtesy of Pixabay Are you working hard to climb the ladder of success? They say you never get another chance to make your first impression, and when you land an interview at a worthwhile company, capitalizing on your opportunity is of paramount importance. Here’s how to turn your one-time-shot into the next step in[…]
Millennials continually get a bad rap. They are often criticized for not paying their dues, for expecting immediate gratification, and from a career standpoint – for changing jobs. Most Millennials were raised by Baby Boomers who spent the bulk of their careers at one or two companies. Long tenure was equated with good work ethic,[…]
Recruit with SMS to Get the Best Job Candidates Finding the most qualified candidates for any position within your company means that you have to act fast. When you use mass texting to recruit more effectively, you will have the capability of reaching a wide demographic of candidates within minutes. The ability to reach candidates[…]
The HR Recruiter is a pro too. It sounds condescending because you shouldn’t have to say it; but, people especially high-flying professionals seem to forget. Yes – you, the client are degreed with multiple credentials. I, myself, have an MBA, BA in International Economics and several project management certifications. However, when looking for a job[…]
Each and every one of us is unique in our way. We were each raised a different way, and each have our own hopes and dreams. Yet most of us spend a great deal of our time questioning ourselves – as individuals in general, and as professionals. We give to others, but are[…]
Social media has become an important aspect of our daily lives, regardless of where you are in the world, or what your profession is. Most of us have at least one social media account, and use it for everything from keeping up with friends and family, reading the news, or staying current in professional trends.[…]
Friday afternoon I had to make my least favorite type of phone call as a recruiter, yet one of the most necessary types of calls. I had to tell a candidate that he didn’t get the job. This wasn’t just any candidate. He is an individual I have worked with for almost 10 years now;[…]
**This post contains affiliate links, but I only represent products I trust. 2017 was a great year for many things, and the job market was one of them! With record unemployment rates, there are still an estimated 6.2 million open jobs in the United States, according to CNN Money. What does this mean for employers?[…]
Welcome to the Friday Forum! Every Friday, we take a question submitted by one of our readers and have our professionals field it and provide advice. We then encourage members of the Need a New Gig community to comment below and give their take! Here is This Week’s Question: CJ asks: “Hi, I have been[…]
Guest Post featured in Resume-Library.com It happens to so many professionals in this day and age: you are gainfully employed at a reputable company with a good (scratch that – GREAT) job. You have been steadily moving up the corporate ladder each year, and are held in high regard with your department. But you still[…]
Career advice is like parenting advice: everyone has an opinion to give, but it doesn’t mean that it’s right. Like parenting advice, the suggestions may be well-intentioned, but no longer applicable in the modern workplace. It may be a common practice in some industries – just not yours. Or, it might just be wrong! There[…]
3 Things Your Modern Resume Must Have A well-written resume continues to be the kingpin to a successful job search. In this digital age where competition is steeper than ever, candidates must take care in crafting a quality document that stands out from the rest. As a critical self-marketing tool, your resume needs to[…]
Regardless of what your title is, you’ve heard it before: “[the candidate] has every skill we are looking for, but he or she just isn’t a cultural fit”. This usually occurs sometime after you have interviewed the 52nd person for the role, and before you pull your hair out! Hopefully that is a slight exaggeration,[…]