Black Friday
A little Black Friday history. The earliest known use of the term “Black Friday” occurs in the journal Factory Management and Maintenance in 1951 referring to the practice of workers…
The Nightmare That is Rio
If your house is anything like my house, formerly strict screen time rules have been replaced with non-stop Olympics coverage as of late. You watched the opening ceremonies with glee,…
What You Can Learn From Google About How To Build A Team
The New York Times recently had a piece about Google’s Project Aristotle: the research group they have dedicated to the science of building perfect teams. You see, Google recognizes…
Why Kanye West Would Never Get the Job
Unless you’ve been living under a stone, you’ve probably seen some of the Kanye West Twitter meltdowns that have been making the news lately. To be fair, Kanye is just…
Turning Likes into Hires: Using Social Media to Your Advantage
In 2015, Career Builder released a report about the candidate-centered nature recruitment has taken on in recent years. According to the report, three quarters of employed workers today are either…
New Year’s Resolution: Cleaning Up Your Social Media Presence (Before a Job Search)
Even 10 years ago, social media was still a burgeoning development. Teenagers and techies had embraced it, but having an online profile was nowhere near as mainstream as it has…
Creating Loyalty: The Gift That (Really Does) Keep on Giving
‘Tis the season to be jolly… and to further engage the loyalty of your employees. You didn’t know that was part of the song, did you? In all seriousness,…
The Pitfalls of Social Media Vetting
Social media has changed how our world operates, and it would be ignorant to think that it wouldn't also change the hiring landscape. But as we enter this new…
Making Hiring Decisions Without Burning Bridges
After a grueling job search, you have finally found the candidate you were looking for all along. Offers were extended, pre-employment testing was passed and the job opening can…
Keep it Professional
People don't always realize how similar dating and embarking upon a job search are, but if you really think about it; these are two life experiences that both involve…