Why Background Checks are Important

As difficult as it may be for some job applicants to believe, the dreaded background check helps both the employer and the potential employee. It protects the integrity of the hiring process and it ensures that each candidate is matched with the appropriate position....

A Guide to Learning a Company’s Culture

Congratulations! You’ve been offered a position at a prestigious company that aligns with your skills, abilities, and education. You’ve beaten out other candidates by acing the interview and making an initial good impression with hiring managers at the company. Now...

Tips for Writing More Effective Cover Letters

For many job applicants the task of writing an effective cover letter is even more challenging than writing the resume itself. But the fact of the matter is that submitting a resume to an employer these days without a cover letter is an almost unforgivable sin. A...

Avoiding the Trap of Office Politics

Fans of the TV show “The Office” – which ran on NBC from 2005-2013 – enjoyed many humorous moments with the employees of the mythical paper company Dunder Mifflin. We watched as the show – which was based on a British series of the same name – featured many...

Tips for Staying Motivated at Work

Let’s be honest – sometimes the daily routine involved in performing even the most engaging job can become redundant and uninspiring. Think about it; you wake up, shower, eat, leave for work, sit in the same area, and perhaps perform the same duties over and over...