Career Strategy Newsletter – October 2020

Rejected or Redirected? Lately, I’ve interacted with a few people who are feeling rejected and frustrated. A couple of situations have been personal, one was business, and the others were career. Funny, my headline above applies to all of them. While I realize there’s been a certain scent in the atmosphere (C.O.V.I.D.!) which certainly hasn’t helped,…

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Why You Need to Get Your Feet Wet

  Are you thinking: new year, new job? I know it’s a great market to find new opportunities, but wait—don’t rush it. Before you “say yes,” do your research to be sure it’s the right culture fit.   Job seekers are saying company culture is nearly as important as pay when accepting an offer, rising…

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How to Ace a Panel Interview

  You check your email, and… YES! You have an email inviting you to the next round of interviews for your dream job. But wait… it’s supposed to be a panel interview. So, you ask yourself…   What is a panel interview, anyway?   A panel interview is when 2 or more members of an…

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What to Expect from a Good Recruiter

  If you choose to partner with a recruiter or staffing agency to help with your job search, good for you! When looking for a job, it’s smart to use all the tools available.   Today, we put together a list of what you should expect from a good recruiter. Beware of “partners” that offer…

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Is THIS Why You’re Not Working?

  At Staffing Solutions, Inc., we take pride in assisting folks returning to the workplace after a hiatus. Out candidates have left the workplace for many reasons: childbirth & care, caring for an ill family member, medical issues & recovery, and following a military spouse. These are just a few examples. One thing they all…

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Rejected? Here’s Why

  If you haven’t interviewed in a while—reminder: there are a lot of moving parts that can make-or-break your chances of getting the job.   Have you ever been rejected after an interview, and received zero feedback from the hiring leader? If so, how do you know what to improve on for next time?  …

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How to Land a Second Interview

  So, you had the interview and believe it went well—good for you!  Now, what’s your next step?   Send a thank you letter. Did you know that sending a well-timed follow-up letter can increase your chances of getting the job up to 75%?   How? Sending a thank you letter:   Sets you apart…

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Torn? Here’s How to Accept the Right Job Offer

  Lately, many of our clients are sharing stories about candidates accepting offers, then not showing up for their first day of work.   In this hot job market, many of you are being considered for than one opportunity, and you could be receiving multiple offers.   Plus, our candidates have shared with us stories…

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