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You’re a warehouse worker on a mission to find a new job. You have one big problem, though. You have an interview scheduled and wonder what’s appropriate to wear. Work every day in jeans, t-shirts, and steel-toed boots. If your clothes are clean, is it okay to wear this to the interview? We have answers that will help you look and feel your best for your next warehouse interview.

Dressing for Your Next Warehouse Interview It’s easy to assume that wearing casual clothes to an interview in a warehouse is appropriate. In fact, it’s the wrong approach. Employers know you won’t wear a suit on the job but they also don’t want you showing up in the same attire you’d wear at work. There should be a “happy medium” in your approach to dressing for your warehouse interview. Your goal should be to make a good impression. While there are probably dozens of people...

An overwhelming number of companies say that soft skills are better than hard skills. The study, by CareerBuilder, showed that 77% of employers say the less tangible skills often associated with the candidate’s personality are more important than a hard skill that they’ve learned. What soft skills should you be looking for in your next hires?

Top Soft Skills to Look for in a Job Candidate Here’s the truth about that job description you’re trying to hire for: It’s the soft skills that matter. You can have two candidates with exactly the same credentials and experiences, but the best person to hire is the one that exhibits a strong work ethic and emotional maturity. Soft skills, those traits that are not learned but just a part of who the candidate is, are the skills that employers should take note of these days. What are soft skills?

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You've decided that there is a new opportunity out there and that it's time for a change. Here, this post looks at how to properly write a resignation letter at your current position.

We’re in the throes of the Great Resignation, where millions of people have quit their jobs over the past few months. So, the chances of you needing to know how to write a resignation letter are probably high. If you’ve found or are considering a new job opportunity, this blog will help you write the perfect resignation letter that won’t burn bridges but will help you transition to a better job.

Resignation Letter 101 The basics of a resignation letter include: The date. Your name and title. The date you’re leaving.

You may or may not have already shared with your boss why you’re leaving. We hope, even if you’re tempted, that you do not burn any bridges with...

You have an interview in the morning and you’re nervous. It’s understandable. You’re excited about the opportunity and want to get off on the right foot. What can and should you do to get ready? Here are some things you must do before your next interview. You might find that these stapes calm you down and help you feel more prepared. How to Get Ready for an Interview There are a few things you can do the night before the interview to get your head into the right space. Each of these exercises can take your mind off of worrying about the interview so that hopefully you get a good night’s sleep. For example, you could: Iron your clothes and lay them out in advance. This is a great trick to save time the next day, whether you’re interviewing virtually or in person. Look for little details if the meeting is in-person, such as shining your shoes. If you have to travel to the meeting, pack...

If your company hasn’t been ghosted by a candidate lately, you are lucky. Ghosting is the process of cutting off communication with an employer at some point during a job process that is seemingly going well. But it isn’t just the job candidates doing the ghosting. It seems that both employers and candidates are ghosting each other. One study showed 75% of candidates have been ghosted by an employer. Close to 30% of candidates do it, as well. As an employer, you can control ghosting candidates on your end. But how can you deal with applicants who ghost you during the hiring process? We have answers.

Can Employers Stop Candidate Ghosting? Ghosting is the height of rudeness . To cut all communications with a recruiter after they’ve spent so much time representing you is disheartening. It’s just as frustrating for the employer, who wasted valuable time on organizing interviews,...

Every interview is different. But every interview ends on the same note: The hiring manager asks if you have any questions. Some candidates dread this question because it’s a loaded one; ask the wrong thing and you look silly. Or, don’t ask a question and you look worse. Just when you think the stressful interview is over, you’re back in the spotlight.

But asking questions during the interview is really your way to make sure this job is right for you. Today, there are lots of jobs out there but you are looking for the right one. In this sense, that gives you more power—you’re interviewing them as much as they are you. So, you can make the most of the interview process by asking the right questions at the end. Here are some suggestions for good questions to make you look smart while still double-checking that...

Ask any two recruiters and they may have a difference of opinion on their favorite resume format. However, most recruiters agree there are several things you can do to help your resume stand out from the crowd, even when the market is very competitive. When was the last time you took a look at your resume with a critical eye? If you’re ready to give your resume a make-over, read this article first.

Three Resume Notes That Can Have You Stand Above the Competition

1. Keywords: Yes Start by rewriting your resume with keywords. A keyword is a common descriptor that illustrates your skills. You’ll find these keywords in the job descriptions that you’re perusing when looking for a job. Keywords repeat across the ads, so as you’re looking at jobs, jot down the words that keep popping up. Then...