The job hunt no longer rewards effort. It rewards strategy. If you have applied to dozens of roles this year and heard nothing back, the problem probably is not you. The market itself has shifted. Recruiters now see more than 300 applications for a single opening, roughly triple what they saw five years ago. The […]
AI in recruiting has moved from experiment to standard practice in a remarkably short window. Roughly 43% of organizations worldwide used AI for HR and recruiting tasks in 2025, up from just 26% the year before. Hiring teams cite real efficiency gains: faster resume screening, reduced time on scheduling, and broader reach across candidate pools. […]
The job market in 2026 is competitive, but that doesn’t always mean there aren’t opportunities. Sometimes the reason you’re not getting hired isn’t the economy, it’s avoidable mistakes in how you present yourself. The good news? With a few targeted changes, you can turn things around. Here are the most common barriers and how to […]
In a competitive job market, a resume isn’t just a career history; it’s your personal marketing campaign. And like any great campaign, it needs strategy, clarity, and a little bit of spark. Hiring managers scan resumes at high speed, some studies say as little as six seconds before deciding whether to keep reading. The good […]
In an economy full of uncertainty, layoffs are becoming a familiar headline. Whether it’s a corporate restructuring, cost-cutting measure, or a result of wider market shifts, losing a job can shake even the most seasoned professional to the core. But while the experience is jarring, it doesn’t have to define your career. In fact, for […]
Every leader makes a hiring mistake at some point. But not every leader fully grasps the real cost of a bad hire. Sure, there’s the wasted salary. But what about the productivity drag? The cultural fallout? The potential legal exposure? Hiring the wrong person doesn’t just hurt your bottom line—it damages your company’s momentum, morale, […]
On April 2, 2025, the U.S. job market felt a jolt. The Trump administration announced sweeping tariffs—including a 10% universal import duty and massive increases for imports from key trade partners like China (104%) and the EU (20%). While the headlines focus on stock market drops and global retaliation, one crucial angle often goes overlooked: […]
If you’ve ever felt intimidated by job interviews, especially when dealing with tough questions that test your ability to think on your feet, you’re not alone! Anxiety.org highlighted a recent study showing 92% of job seekers experience anxiety, with 15% of them being most concerned about fumbling the interview questions! However, with the proper...
Enjoying free time, getting reacquainted with your teenagers, or spending more time in the mountains and beaches – what’s not to love about a lazy summer, especially if you left your job last spring? However, with the certainty of summer’s end comes the realization that your career waits for no one. So do not let […]
LinkedIn, the premier social media networking platform for workers and employers, heightens visibility and helps you connect to businesses looking for specific skills. Like a resume, this site is essential to communicating your personal brand to prospective employers and colleagues. What’s more, for 77% of recruiters, LinkedIn is the go-to place to find...
January is a hot month for hiring. If you are starting a new job, you may feel that excited, jittery sensation imagining how this opportunity will transform your life, career, and finances. Before you get carried away imagining how you will spend your first paycheck, why not give some thought to building a healthy and […]
While that extra $600 bucks a week in your unemployment check is sweet, you could be mistiming the job market by not jumping back in NOW! Just like investing in an upswing, waiting to see if the CARES Act expires on July 31st before approaching your old or a new employer for a job could cost you. Here is why: […]
From the Great Depression to 9/11, Americans have united to overcome the nation’s challenges. Ours is a country of generosity, creativity, and innovation, and it is often in stressful times that these traits epitomize our best version of America. It seems every age must confront its calamity. How people respond from each generation is noteworthy, and shared...
What if that perfect job ̶ you know, the one that launches you to corporate stardom ̶is out there, but it just can’t find you? LinkedIn®, the premier social media networking platform for workers and employers, heightens your visibility and helps you connect with businesses looking for your specific skills. It’s sort of like Facebook for the working […]
Everyone deserves a fair chance. That’s the motto of Greyston, a certified B-Corporation whose mission is to “create thriving communities through the practice and promotion of Open HiringTM.” Since 1982, Greyston founder, Bernie Glassman (1939-1918), lived this mission by hiring virtually anyone, believing that respecting and trusting in the capabilities of...
Are you stumped every morning about what is appropriate to wear to work? You could take a chapter from the likes of the late, iconic Karl Lagerfeld with his variations on a black suit, sunglasses, white button-down shirt, and black gloves. Or, simplify with several Hilary Clinton-like pantsuits or a drawer full of eponymous Steve Jobs-style […]
You never get a second chance to make agreat first impression. That goes for your resume, too. Even though you know you’ll dazzle the recruiter and hiring manager with your story, if you can’t get your foot in the door, you are wasting yours and your recruiter’s time. Your marketing documents must match your presence; if not, you’ve […]
With Labor Day behind us and the kids back to school, now is the time for companies and potential employees to connect. As hiring managers hurry to place people ASAPin unfilled positions from the dog days of summer, job seekers will be happy to know that September and October are two of the hottest months in the […]
When Ben Franklin said, “Lost time is never found again,†he hadn’t had the pleasure of applying for jobs in 2018! Lengthy hiring processes should be yesterday’s news. Employers have no time to waste with the current job market tighter than a college graduate’s necktie. Now is a good time for your company to take […]
If you’ve ever needed another reason to quit smoking, it’s this: Depending on your profession and where you live, you might not get hired. Don’t even think about applying at UMass Memorial Marlborough Hospital, WellSpan Health in Pennsylvania and Maryland, or Cleveland Clinic and The MetroHealth System in Ohio if you are in healthcare and […]
Arguably, the most fascinating Washington hearings lately have been the Mark Zuckerberg grillings by Congress. They revealed key takeaways for social media platforms and ISPs regarding privacy protections, but more valuable on a personal level were the reminders that once you are online, you are EVERYWHERE! There may be consequences for what we post every...
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