Author: Courtney

Finding Talent: Hiring Recent College Graduates

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In 2023, college graduates will be entering one of the most unstable job markets in years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in March of 2023 job openings fell by 384,000 and layoffs increased by 248,000. Not the most optimistic of landscapes for those grads that walked the stage over the past few weeks.… Read more »

10 Common Recruitment and Hiring Mistakes to Avoid

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When recruiting to fill a position at your company, there are so many factors that need to be taken into consideration such as requirements, hiring process, expectations, and more. With all these factors at play, it is common for hiring companies to lose sight of the end goal and get caught up in some of… Read more »

8 Effective Tips to Make Your Resume Stand Out

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So you decided to search for a new job, you put a great resume together, you apply to a ton of great positions… and it’s crickets. I’m sure this is a story we have all been a part of at some point in our careers. While there is no guarantee that your resume will be… Read more »

13 Strategies to Retain Your Best Employees

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No matter what the economy or hiring landscape looks like, employee retention is a very important part of a successful business strategy. Not only is it expensive to hire and train a new employee (costing up to 6-9 months of an employee’s salary on average), but having high retention rates creates a positive experience for… Read more »

8 Common Resume Mistakes that Recruiters Hate to See

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If you are thinking about entering the job market, you will probably need to update your resume. Is this task annoying? Yes. Is it necessary? Definitely! Making sure your resume is up to date with your most current experience is very important when targeting your top job opportunities. As a recruiting firm, we look at… Read more »

Labor Shortages in 2023 (The Causes and What You Can Do)

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Coming off a whirlwind of hiring this past year, I am sure you’re wondering how 2023 will shake out. Will you be unable to keep up with filling job openings like in 2022? Or will the labor market slow down and shift some of the power back to employers? While no one can know for… Read more »