Teleworking or working remotely is becoming a more common occurrence in the workplace, as newer and faster technology enables workers to handle tasks that not too long ago required being in the office. (For instance, today’s smartphones are more powerful than that desktop computer you had just a few years ago.) But being able to […]
Many young professionals believe that a good education, some work experience, and a strong work ethic will put them on the fast track to success. While all of these things are important, there is one very important element missing from this equation: a mentor. That person who will take a personal interest in your success […]
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “It’s not what you know, but who you know.” In the professional world, and especially during a job search, this is absolutely true and can often times be the difference between getting stuck at the bottom of a stack of resumes and landing the job of your dreams. According to […]
Scan the resume from top to bottom quickly to get a sense of the current skills and abilities, person’s overall progression and capabilities. Is the current position a match w the candidate’s experience and capabilities? Then Scan the resume from bottom up to top in order to get a sense of the overall look, organization, […]
By Michael Paradise, CEO, Sysazzle, Inc. Phone screens offer a speed-dating opportunity for both the candidate and the hiring manager to gauge whether or not they are a good fit for each other. They are an efficient and popular way to check out an eligible candidate, eliminate one, or put one on hold. However, if […]