Should you ask questions during an interview? What About Difficult Questions? As an executive recruiter, one of the most common questions we receive from job candidates is whether they should ask a lot of questions during an interview. The answer is simple: yes, you should. However, not all questions are created equal, and some are [...]
Quiet Quitting: Separating the Symptom from the Cause Quiet quitting. What began as a viral video has become one of the most talked about (and written about) topics this year. Is it a valid phenomenon, or is it nothing more than catchy clickbait? To a certain degree, the answer to that question does not matter. [...]
Will Writing Remain an Important Skill in the Future? As machine learning technologies grow ever more sophisticated, the employment landscape is evolving. Jobs involving manual and repetitive tasks such as warehouse operations, customer support, and data processing are threatened by the rise of artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, roles requiring complex thought and emotional intelligence are on [...]
Our Words Matter Humans speak their first fully-formed words sometime between 9 – 12 months of age. It’s a big deal, delighting our parents and launching us into the world of interactive communication. For the rest of our lives, words are the foundation of (almost) everything we do. Psychologist and author Dr. Jordan Peterson says, [...]
Tips for Getting Hired in a Competitive Job Market Even though the news states that there are plenty of available jobs, many of the coveted professional positions are still highly competitive. In a competitive job market, more candidates are waiting to fill these roles than there are positions available. Tips for Getting Hired Experience and [...]
THE BENEFITS OF SKILLS ASSESSMENTS FOR TECH PROFESSIONALS With AI leading the way in technology hiring, many companies are incorporating skills assessments into their interview processes to identify the talented tech professionals they need. For job seekers, these skills assessments can feel rather daunting and somewhat impersonal; however, the rewards of enduring them outweigh [...]
HOW TO PREPARE FOR AN INTERVIEW “Before anything else, preparation is the key to success” (Alexander Graham Bell) … The most profound truths are often the most simplistic, aren’t they? Success is heavily guided by the hand of preparation, and when it comes time to interview for your dream job, preparation is key! Following these [...]
JOB INTERVIEW FOLLOW-UP “THANK YOU” NOTES One of the most important parts of interviewing is following up with a “Thank You” note. A thoughtfully expressed “thank you” affirms your interest in the position and company, helps to keep your candidacy top of mind as final hiring decisions are made, and demonstrates proactive communication skills. [...]
HOW TO HIRE FOR AND CONVEY REMOTE COMPANY CULTURE By ConnectPoint Search Group Company culture matters, even (especially) in a remote workplace. Therefore, when hiring remote employees, finding a candidate that synergizes well with your current team is imperative. The following tips will guide your candidate search and provide helpful insight on how to [...]
HOW TO NEGOTIATE A JOB OFFER By ConnectPoint Search Group When interviewing for your next career move, it is essential to prepare for one of the most important steps in the hiring process: how to negotiate a job offer. While the market remains flooded with talented professionals competing for the same opportunities, accounting and finance [...]
