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Aug 11, 2022
Make Yourself a More Marketable Human Resources Candidate
It’s a great time to be an HR professional. The pandemic caused unprecedented disruptions across almost every industry, especially what it means to be in human resources - but it has also increased the demand for top HR professionals like you.
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Aug 11, 2022
Make Yourself a More Marketable Marketing Candidate
There is an increased need for highly skilled marketing and creative talent that can help companies reach their intended audiences and drive future growth - making it a great time to be a marketing professional. Whether you’re new to the workforce or working towards a promotion, there are plenty of opportunities for candidates like you!
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Jun 15, 2022
Insider tips to ace phone and video job interviews
Phone and video interviews became increasingly popular among recruiters to screen candidates during the pandemic. Now post pandemic, they are still in full force. If you're preparing for a job interview on the phone or via video conference, here are some powerful tips that will help you stand out as a top candidate.
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May 24, 2022
Are You Ready? Switching Off Autopilot & Gearing Up for Change
The Future of Work is here, but are you ready? New research from LHH uncovers the state of readiness in today’s workforce. Dr. Mary Clare Race, Chief Innovation and Product Officer at LHH, introduces the Readiness Index — a game-changing study of the conscious and subconscious drivers behind preparing for a changing career.
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May 20, 2022
How to Build a Network When You Don’t Think You Have One
Think beyond the obvious when building a network. “Everybody you know is your network. Everyone—from former colleagues, to suppliers, relatives and friends, to your dentist and people in community or leisure activities. Ask yourself, ‘who do I know?’ That’s your network.”
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May 17, 2022
How to Regain Confidence and Bounce Back After a Job Loss
It’s important for candidates to regain their sense of power and value in their own abilities, and feel they have an equal seat at the table with prospective employers in deciding their fate. Acceptance is that stage in the grieving process when you’ve made peace with what is and are ready to move forward.
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Apr 22, 2022
Negotiating Indirect Compensation: How to Land a Job You’ll Want to Keep
Negotiating indirect compensation is still a developing skill for both candidates and hiring managers, as we continue to redefine what is valuable and negotiable in a total compensation package. Understanding this shift can help you better navigate what to ask for and what to expect when evaluating a job offer.
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Apr 13, 2022
Negotiation Strategies that Set You Up for Success in a New Job
Recruiters are trying to scope jobs as best they can and interviewing for certain skill sets. But, in some instances, I’m hearing from candidates that midstream—between the second and third interviews—they find job requirements have changed.
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Mar 25, 2022
How to Break a Career Plateau
A fulfilling career path should offer opportunities to work hard, grow professionally, apply your experience, and advance through new challenges, promotions, and higher pay. Yet even the most driven professionals can find themselves feeling stuck. Here’s how to recognize a career plateau and what you can do to move forward.
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Mar 14, 2022
Crafting a Career Story that Keeps You on the Right Path
A career story goes way beyond your resume, degrees, or certifications. It’s a narrative that’s unique to you, where you have come from, and where you want to go.
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Feb 07, 2022
How to diagnose and improve your career health: Five steps to a flourishing career
Many of us are carefully reassessing how we want to manage our careers moving forward. One key to doing so successfully is maintaining strong, sustainable career health through ongoing professional development and career planning.
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Feb 03, 2022
How to Write an Effective Thank You Letter After a Law Firm Interview
Sending a thank you letter after an interview can leave a lasting impression—yet many candidates overlook this crucial step. Learn how to write a professional, effective thank you letter that sets you apart.