JOB JUMPERS/JOB HOPPERS!!!! We’re automatically conditioned to ignore applications from such candidates convinced that good employees aren’t unemployed, don’t get fired, don’t get laid off and don’t jump ship …. Right? Well, a recession as deeply felt as what began in 2008 should change our conditioned reaction to candidates who’ve had a lot of short-term jobs recently and an article we found by Dr. John Sullivan on www.ere.net should motivate us to put our conditioned reflexes aside and give consideration to what he calls “Job Hoppers”.
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Five Things You Must Not Do in an Interview and Five Things You Must September 30, 2013 During my active recruiting years, I must have advised at least 5,000 job-seekers on the dos and don’ts of interviewing. I’ll be hosting a webcast on October 10, 2013, covering the most important…
Why a Recruiter is Necessary in Your Job Search In 2013, hiring is becoming more of an art form rather than a run-of-the-mill activity performed by an HR Rep. There are metrics that determine what makes a viable candidate, a team of personalities who will be a part of the…
By: Dave Kerpen, CEO Likeable Local I recently interviewed an excellent candidate for a position at our growing startup, Likeable Local. The woman had an incredible resume, an infectious personality, and, seemingly, a great work ethic. She was dressed for success, with a style fitting our culture. She answered all…
COMPILED BY: Andrea N. Browne – washingtonpost When applying for that dream job, it’s important to stand out from the dozens of other applicants. Job searching, however, can be difficult to do properly. There are several things that can either help you land an interview right away or prolong your…