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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...

Looking to boost your organization's culture or morale during the hottest time of the year? Here are a few ways you can boost everyone's spirits!

Culture matters. You know it even if you can’t articulate what is the exact glue that holds your team together. Culture changed for many of us during COVID, as more employees started working remotely. It’s hard to keep culture going through a Zoom meeting, but we try. If your company is struggling to boost organizational culture, this blog will give you some tips to use this summer to benefit your business.

What is Culture and How Can You Give it a Boost? Culture is the mission, vision, and values of your organization. But it is also the processes and workflows that are the norms that make up your business. If you feel like your culture needs a boost this summer, here are a few things that could positively impact the...

Why You Should Consider a LOCAL Staffing Firm for Your Next Job Search Sometimes local is best. Every holiday season you probably see advertisements saying “shop local.” You know the Mom and Pop restaurant around the corner serves the best food. No one knows the best places to visit in your area like someone who lives there. Local is better. This adage is even true when you’re choosing a staffing agency. Having a recruiting firm in your corner that knows the region gives you a leg up over competitors who don’t understand the unique nuances of your market. But that’s not all. Here’s why a local staffing agency is better and how PeoplePlus can give you a competitive advantage. Benefits of Working with a Local Staffing Agency When you’re choosing a staffing agency partner, you have a big decision to make between a national or a more regional firm. Both...

If you’re a job candidate, why in the world haven’t we heard from you? Staffing agencies like People Plus can connect you with top employers, review your resume, and even give you the insider scoop on companies. Yet lots of people go about applying to jobs the manual old-fashioned way. What misconceptions do you have about recruiting firms? Here’s what you need to know.

The Truth-and Some Misconceptions About Recruiting Firms Myth #1: Staffing agencies don't fill high-end jobs. You may think that staffing agencies only have access to lower-paying entry-level jobs. Did you know some staffing firms handle retained search for CEOs and other members of the c-suite? Three decades ago, when staffing agencies were starting out, they did typically just handle administrative roles. But that so isn’t true now. Today, you can find technical recruiters...