In a perfect world, all employers would be well prepared, asking insightful questions during an interview, and hire only the most qualified candidates as a result. In the real world, though, this is often not the case. Unfortunately, employers are so often pressed for time that they haven’t prepared much – if at all –… Read More »
Career Tips
What to Say in Sticky Work Situations, Part 2
Last week, we talked about 3 difficult workplace situations and what to say in them. Here’s a look at 4 more. Situation #4: A nearby co-worker talks loudly…all the time. While you may want to peek your head out of your cubicle and bellow “can you please shut up!?,” that’s not the most productive route… Read More »
What to Say in Sticky Work Situations, Part 1
Have you ever been stunned by what a boss says to you or how they behave? Or are you dealing with someone at work who you can’t seem to communicate with in a productive way? Whatever the case, these sticky situations can be overwhelming because you don’t know what to say in order to handle… Read More »
Help! My Boss is Playing Favorites and I Don’t Know What to Do
It’s not easy when your boss shows partiality to someone at work – and it’s not you. It can leave you feeling like you’re invisible. Plus, it’s disheartening to see another employee, who may seem undeserving, get attention or privileges that aren’t available to you. But before you go stomping into your boss’s office, demanding… Read More »
Interviewing Tips: How to Make it to Round Two
While our economy is supposedly recovering, many employers are still gun-shy about hiring new employees. As a result, they’ve imposed stringent hiring processes in order to ensure they find just the right person, including several rounds of interviews. According to the Wall Street Journal, job openings that used to take about two months to fill,… Read More »
5 Post-Interview Mistakes That Can Cost You the Job
You might think that after a job interview, your work is done. You just need to wait for the hiring decision. But there are several mistakes you could be making during this post-interview period that can cost you the job offer. Here are 5 of them: 1. Not sending a thank you note. You may… Read More »
Answering the “Where Do You See Yourself…?” Interview Question
It’s one of the most common (though not the most effective) interview questions employers ask – “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” – but many South Florida job candidates aren’t quite sure how to best answer it. You don’t want to sound uncertain or like you lack motivation. But at the same time,… Read More »
How to Handle a Facebook Friend Request…From Your Boss
Facebook is generally a place where you go to socialize with family and friends. Not necessarily a place where you want to interact with your boss or think about issues related to your Miami job. But what if your boss “friends” you on Facebook? What should you do? There’s no easy answer to this situation.… Read More »
How to Deal if Your Unemployment Benefits Are Running Out
Not being able to find a job is scary enough. But if your unemployment benefits are about to run out, you may be feeling hopeless. While there’s no easy answer of what to do, there are some steps you can take to try and stretch your dollar and make the best of the situation. Check… Read More »
How to Get a Job in Miami Outside Your Field
Making a career switch can be difficult, especially when you have many years of experience under your belt in your current job or field. However, it’s certainly not impossible. In fact, as a Miami employment agency, we’ve seen many individuals do it in the past. That said, in order to get noticed and get interviews,… Read More »