“What Zoo Animal Would You Be?” and Other Crazy Interview Questions
While you ponder whether you would be a zebra or a hippo, consider that these kinds of crazy interview questions are actually very common, both at large corporations and small startups. Believe it or not, your interviewer is asking you these questions for a reason. Nontraditional interviews are intended to probe your ability to think
Burning Out – A Sign Of Weakness Or A Badge Of Honor?
Company culture is always an important consideration when looking for a new job. Everybody wants the perfect work-life balance, but is there ever really such a thing as “perfect.” The truth is, company culture can often be perceived very differently by management vs. the everyday workforce. Take this story from The New York Times, or this
You Only Have Six Seconds To Make An Impression With Your Resume
Have you spent hours researching the best resume format? Did you stay up all night getting all the language just right? If so, then you certainly aren’t alone; but even though resumes take many hours to create, the reality is that most recruiters only spend an average of six seconds looking at them when screening
A Great Salary You Can Find Right Here In NEO!
Salary and compensation should not be your only factor in a job or career search, but it also doesn’t hurt to know that certain jobs, like software development offer great opportunities for your pocketbook as well as your career development. A growing market with high compensation and tons of job opportunities available – sign me
Thanks, But No Thanks: How To Say No To A Job Without Burning Bridges
In some ways, saying no to a job you know is wrong for you is even harder than being passed over for a job you desperately want. Maybe two job offers came along at the same time. Maybe a job that seemed perfect when you interviewed suddenly doesn’t fit your life plans. Or, perhaps you’ve
4 Things Job Seekers Can Take Away From Startup Scaleup 2015
On June 17, more than a thousand people converged on Cleveland’s Gordon Square Arts District for Startup Scaleup 2015. The event featured workshops, networking sessions and two separate pitch competitions. Multiple young entrepreneurs were featured and many more attended the event to connect with jobseekers like you. Whether you were able to attend Startup Scaleup
4 Tips On Networking Your Way To A New Job
Some of the best jobs are found not on websites or job boards, but through good old-fashioned networking. But how do you break the ice? Follow these four tips and get the inside track on connecting with other professionals in your industry. Connect On LinkedIn Touch up your online profile and get it out there.
4 Reasons Your Social Media Personality Matters To Employers
Social media has quickly grown to become the main tool for people trying to gather information about other people. Employers are no different; in fact, it’s well known that a growing number of workplaces are investigating their applicant’s social media profiles (LinkedIn and Facebook in particular) before making their hiring decisions. Social media matters to employers
Good Email Etiquette Is A Must For Jobseekers
Like all forms of business communication, much of the back-and-forth between job-seekers and hiring managers has gone electronic. It’s fast and convenient, but there is a downside; people on both sides of the hiring process sometimes end up sending very important messages without really thinking about their email etiquette. When communicating with existing colleagues and
5 Ways To Keep Your Key Players
No hiring process is perfect, but if you’re doing things right you’ll eventually end up with at least a few clear standouts in your organization. These highly intelligent, highly motivated employees are one of the most valuable resources you have. Finding ways to retain key employees for the long haul is critical to long-term success
5 Ways To Nail Your Thank-You Letter
Thank-you letters are more than just a respectful way to let your interviewer know you appreciate his or her time; they can actually improve your chancesof landing the job you’re seeking. There is no question you should send a message to your prospective employer after your interview; but there are a few basic ground rules. Keep
4 Tips On Hiring The Right Person For Your Startup
Hiring new employees is always a challenge. Whether it’s an overload of resumes or a lack of qualified applicants, finding the right person for the job isn’t easy, even at large corporations. The stakes are even higher when you’re running your own startup. Bringing someone new on board is a big deal when you’re small,