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Be Prepared for “NEW NORMAL” Interview Questions! 👉The professional world as we knew it before COVID-19 has changed. Companies are hiring and have changed the way they recruit and interview. In addition to interviewing virtually, the questions candidates will be asked... read more
One of my favorite jobs was working as a recruiter for a staffing agency. One of the tasks I enjoyed most was trying to match resumes to open jobs that needed to be filled. I eagerly looked at each resume with high hopes. However, I was often disappointed in the... read more
Just because you are hearing about workers being laid off, it doesn’t mean that you should give up on your career dreams. Even if your target companies are not hiring this minute, they will begin hiring again. Now is not the time to give up. Now is the time to... read more
When the COVID-19 crisis is over, how will you remember the time you spent while the whole country was social distancing? Will it be a blur of days waiting for the “return to normal”? Or will it be a time of rejuvenation, reflection, and positive energy to... read more
YES! Interviews are happening, even during the COVID-19 crisis. For the past few weeks, we have been using video conferencing technology with friends, colleagues and family to remain connected. We know that for the near future job interviews will be held via video.... read more
The Coronavirus crises will impact just about everything we know about life. Don’t let fear stand in your way. Now is the perfect time to fine tune your job seeking skills. Beyond taking the necessary health related precautions, here are a few things you can do:... read more
Dear Mindy: I am looking for a new job and don’t have the time to spend on social media. How important is my social media presence to my future employer? Searching Dear Searching: Most recruiters and hiring managers use social networking sites to research job... read more
On April 1, 2019, the New York Election Law was amended to provide employees with up to three (3) hours of paid leave to vote in any election. Employees no longer have to show that they do not have at least four (4) consecutive hours to vote before or after work in... read more
Do you know someone who can keep calm in a crisis and treats people with empathy? This person likely has high emotional intelligence. Why is high emotional intelligence important? The best managers inspire confidence, trust and long-term growth for their teams. In... read more
Effective October 2018 New York State requires that every employee (including part-timers) be trained to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. This training must be attended annually and must be interactive. Relevant Q&As By what date do all of my employees... read more
The power of keywords goes far beyond your resume. Keywords provide information about your skills, qualifications, experience and accomplishments. Since most resumes are first scanned by applicant tracking systems (ATS), your keywords are often the reason your resume... read more
Your ability to be happy can be determined by your attitude, your character and how you spend your time. Take stock of your life and begin to realize that the amount of peace and happiness you enjoy is entirely up to you. Follow the suggestions below to improve your... read more
