Trying to be all things to all employers just doesn't work any more, if it ever did. The candidate whose resume says "Project Manager" AND "Engineer" must decide which she is. Otherwise, she comes across to potential employers as confused, unfocused and possibly desperate.Why specialize?Think...
Overcoming the ‘overqualified’ label during your job search can prove to be tricky for talented candidates. From your perspective, your job move may be a transition to a new career or a lateral move for long-term gain. To the hiring manager, your experience and skills...
The ongoing recovery in the jobs market will benefit professionals at all stages of their career, but in particular, millennials starting out or moving jobs for the first time may enjoy a greater advantage. Here are some job search tips for all millennials considering a...
Employers are under increasing pressure to find new ways to source the talent needed to meet business objectives. As specialists in both the tech and engineering sectors at SkyWater Search, we’ve observed three key trends so far in 2015 which may create challenges for employers trying to connect with...
Candidates with a ‘varied’ career history, otherwise known as job hopping or job jumping, often find their job applications faced with a barrage of rejections. You’re confident you possess sought after skills and you’re willing to make a long-term commitment to the right employer but...
According to the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, job openings in the US reached their highest level since 2001 during February of this year. That’s great news for job seekers – in theory. The reality is that many are still struggling to secure a...
American employees are disengaged and millions are looking for a new job. As a number of IT companies are beginning to discover, the sector isn’t immune. With low levels of unemployment and a scarcity of available talent, employers can’t afford to assume their top performers...
It’s the middle of a job interview. You’re listening intently to the hiring manager and you’ve somehow managed to provide near text book answers to the questions raised by the hiring manager. You’ve dressed the part and checked your appearance before you entered the interview...
Good news emerged recently about employee engagement in the U.S.; Gallup’s latest poll revealed that 31.5% of Americans were engaged at work in 2014, the highest level since they began monitoring levels in 2000.While the rise is positive, it still represents less than one third...
Are all of your employees on LinkedIn? With over 330 million members, LinkedIn is the biggest global professional network and the ‘go-to’ for hiring managers and recruiters looking to connect with talent. It also offers an array of benefits for organizations who encourage their employees...