The American workplace is much different than it was 10 or so years ago: Everything from corporate structure and hiring practices to work schedules and compensation has been affected. But these important areas are not the only marked differences in today’s changing workplace. The appearance of the American worker has […]
Read moreMen’s interview dressing has been fairly static over the years. In fact, it’s pretty much the same whether you’re applying for an entry-level position or for something higher up. The difference is that the entry-level guy isn’t expected to have as many — or as expensive — high-quality clothes. For […]
Read moreEveryone knows you should look your best for an interview, but what if you can’t afford — or can’t fit into your old — fancy work clothes? Not to worry. We’ve got some cost-conscious tips for pulling together stylish interview outfits. Access Accessories The easiest way to look like an […]
Read moreThe Job Market continues to be competitive and you must customize your cover letter to match your resume and LinkedIn profile. Employers will screen out job seekers that do not show consistency. Each time you update your resume, you must update your LinkedIn Profile. If you have changed job targets, […]
Read moreOne of the most frequent concerns upon termination is how to explain you are no longer working at your previous employer. Many people believe a stigma is attached to being terminated. In the “real world” there are hiring authorities that will discriminate against an individual who has been fired. On […]
Read moreImage and first impressions are critical during your interviews! You need to think about what image you want to create and how you will successfully accomplish that task. There are some character traits that are common and should be used in order to create that positive image! The following are […]
Read moreIt is true that objections are buying signs. When you are talking to a hiring authority or being interviewed, it is important to welcome objections. That may sound counter-intuitive, but you must realize that objections are buying signs or requests for more information. There is NOTHING more frustrating than to […]
Read moreWe are Proud the our client, Cracker Barrel, was voted #1 in Family Dining by consumers! Cracker Barrel Old Country Store again took a commanding lead in this year’s Family-Dining category in the Consumer Picks survey. Just how big was Cracker Barrel’s lead? In addition to outscoring its closest competitor, […]
Read moreWe are proud that our client, The Cheesecake Factory, was voted #1 in Casual Dining by consumers! While the Casual-Dining segment continues to find itself under pressure as fast-casual restaurants chip away at its more upscale and expensive positioning, it does retain its power when consumers want a heightened experience […]
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