We live in a post-pandemic world, and job seekers have had to adapt to a new way of job searching, including how they prepare for and participate in interviews. Since the pandemic, many companies have used virtual interviews, and Teams and Zoom interviews appear to be here to stay. According to a recent survey of employers […]
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Be sure your resume makes a good first impression
Your resume is often the first impression you make with a potential employer. That’s why it is important to make it stand out on several levels. You can Google resume templates if you need help getting started, but keep the following recommendations in mind as you customize your resume. It is critical that your resume […]
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Being a leader: Quick tips for successful delegation
“If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself” is the mantra of many high-performing leaders, but it’s not the healthiest approach to leadership and often leads to burnout and fatigue. Whether you think it will take longer to explain a task than to just do it yourself, you don’t want to […]
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COLA? Pour me a double!
With minimum wage on the rise, inflation increasing and annual merit pay season here or closely around the corner, HR Full Circle recently ran a round-up of the 2022 compensation landscape. We thought we’d share a summary of our findings here. Sources are listed at the bottom of the article. Employers who claim to pay cost of […]
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Interview basics to help you land the job
One of the most critical steps in any job search process is securing an interview with the hiring manager. Whether it’s your first ever job interview, you’re making plans to switch careers, or just trying to brush up on your interviewing skills for a dream job later down the road, preparing for the interview is […]
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Networking for people who hate networking
If we’ve heard it once, we’ve heard it a million times: networking is essential for any job search. More essential than the perfect resume, more essential than hours spent poring over listings, perhaps even more essential than brushing your teeth before an interview. Perhaps not. But to an introvert, someone who values in-depth conversations and […]
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Getting into state and SIU jobs
Embarking on the circuitous path to employment with two of Springfield’s largest employers, the state of Illinois and Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, is a challenge even in years when Illinois has a healthy budget. Both are still hiring, but in these days of the budget impasse it’s more important than ever to make […]
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Resume tips for workforce reentry
When you are attempting to reenter the workforce after an extended absence, it can be daunting to submit your resume with pride and confidence. You need not be deceptive about your work history though. Just highlight your strengths and capacities and de-emphasize the gaps. Or accentuate the positive and explain the negative. Though there are […]
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Got my degree. Now what?
Graduation is an exciting time in the lives of students. After years in the classroom preparing for life after school, graduation marks a time when students are finally ready to enter the real world and land their first professional job. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics advises that earning a college degree can greatly improve […]
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Common interview questions
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Can you tell me a little about yourself?(Make a concise pitch with 2-3 accomplishments that shows why you’re right for the job.) How did you hear about the position?(Name drop now if you have a contact or share what stood out to you from a job listing.) What do you […]
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Maintain your productivity when working from home
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Telecommuting has grown more and more common over the last decade. Thanks in large part to advancements in technology that make it more feasible to connect remotely with coworkers, telecommuting is now something more and more companies are embracing. According to Global Workplace Analytics, a consulting and research firm that […]
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How to prepare for a job fair
PHOTO BY METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Job fairs can be great places to make connections and get leads on potential employers that may be a good fit for you. If you don’t stand out from the crowd on paper, making an in-person introduction can serve you by demonstrating your professional demeanor and communication skills. But you’ll […]
