We understand both sides of the experience of hiring as well as looking for a job. Our purpose is to share insights that may prove valuable in the world of hiring.
Are you really winning the war for talent retention?
Losing hurts – especially when it’s the other person who decides to move on. “Regretted turnover” is a metric that some companies now use to track how many employees choose on their own to leave. Turnover is costly in general, but losing top talent can also cause significant, even irreparable damage to your business. The…
How social media can help (or hurt) you in your job search
Social media is a key player in the job search process today. Sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+ allow employers to get a glimpse of who you are outside the confines of a résumé, cover letter, or interview—while they offer job seekers the opportunity to learn about companies they’re interested in; connect with current…
Do THIS before you accept that next job offer
In A Christmas Carol, Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by three spirits who share events from the past, present and near future. Wouldn’t it be nice if you had such insights before accepting your next job offer? Well, in a sense you do, because you have a resume. You can reflect on your professional past and…
These days, recruiters are worth the money
When it comes to sourcing the right interview candidates, I’ve never been keen to use recruiters. But I recently changed my mind. My company, Metal Mafia, has an excellent candidate screening process, a super training program, and a very successful team of employees to show for it. But hiring has always been a difficult task…
99 interview tips that will actually get you a job
We all have to make a living somehow — and most of the time that process starts with a job interview. The only problem is that most job interview tips are either so basic that they aren’t useful or so ridiculous that they are just a waste of time. That’s why Passive Panda has put…
Job search: 4 words to avoid when you are unemployed
Being without a job is tough. When you are out of work for an extended period of time, crisis of confidence sets in. And once it takes hold, it can be hard to shake. The problem is that confidence is the No. 1 thing we need to land a job. Without it, we come across…
Resume writing advice
Resume Writing Tips A well-written resume is an invaluable tool that job seekers can use to attract the attention of potential employers. More than a formal interview or networking session, a resume offers employers the opportunity to quickly analyze the merits of a potential employee. Employers and personnel managers are very busy and tend to…
Job searching: interview questions and answers
Job interviews are always stressful – even for job seekers who have gone on countless interviews. The best way to reduce the stress is to be prepared. Take the time to review the common interview questions you will most likely be asked. Also, review sample answers and advice on how to answer these typical interview…
How to run an effective meeting
Meetings can be a huge time suck. That’s why it’s in everyone’s best interest to do all they can to keep them productive. Want to do your part? Stop saying these eight unproductive things: 1. Let me give you some feedback on that… Feedback in and of itself isn’t a bad thing–when it’s constructive, feedback…
What NOT to say in a job interview
Setting yourself apart from the crowd is vital when you are looking for that new job. This applies for all stages of the recruitment process – you want to ensure that your CV is at the top of a recruiter or hiring manager’s pile, and that your interview shows you in the best possible light….