Managers who exude confidence give employees a sense of security. Some ways to project confidence include maintaining direct eye contact, good posture, positive facial expressions and a professional appearance. Those practices convey someone who is composed, secure and trustworthy. One of the most important ways to communicate confidence is through […]
Read moreSurplus to service: Food donation basics Many restaurant operators hate to throw away food when they know thousands of people go hungry. But they don’t know always know how to get their surplus food to charitable organizations that feed the hungry. National Restaurant Association partner Food Donation Connection offers services […]
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Read moreI often talk to people that are worried about “what everyone thinks” and therefore don’t want to socialize. Summer is here and there will be endless opportunities for you to get outside and meet up with people. It’s easy to want to hibernate to avoid the inevitable questions such as […]
Read moreThe title of this entry seems simple and yet, when you are job searching, you need to take it literally. When you are interviewing, you know that you need to prepare for your interviews. There are many factors that will be considered when it is time for a prospective company […]
Read moreTwo Panera Bread items, including the Power Chicken Hummus Bowl, were certified by the Healthy 100 program. Hospitals and national quick-serve chains may seem odd bedfellows, but a new program in Orlando is pairing the two in an effort to promote healthy meals. The Healthy 100 program from Florida Hospital […]
Read moreI would like to officially welcome our Newest Franchisees that have joined Patrice & Associates since January! Check out their Bios on their Webpages! Pam Glynn, Dallas TX Mashall Madni, Columbus OH Kendall Ware, Dallas TX Javier Burdman, Miami FL […]
Read moreIt’s the job seeker who interviews best who is getting job offers in this competitive market. You may have the perfect credentials, but if you don’t ace the interview and click with the interviewer, chances are the job offer will go to someone else. Too often, job seekers think it’s their […]
Read moreRegina E. says that Alex Pomponio was truly a blessing!I just want to say that I am beyond pleased with my experience with Alex!!! She was AMAZING, she has been by my side this entire time!! Helping me, encouraging me, when I was doubting myself!!!! Honestly, I wish she was closer to me!!! I would absolutely LOVE to actually meet her!! Not only did she help me get the job, but I also felt like I gained a friend!!! She is a blessing to me! I honestly think, without her, I wouldn’t have actually gotten the job opportunity!! And I am super excited because I start orientation this coming Monday!!! I truly appreciate everything that Alex has helped me with!!!
Regina E.
Alex P. said that Alex Pomponio was helpful, patient and intuitiveAlexandra was honestly very helpful and courteous, beginning with the initial conversation all the way to me taking the new job. She was very helpful, incredibly patient, and intuitive when it came to helping me decide. She’s an asset to your company and hopefully you will keep her for a long time.
Tamara Young says that Alex Pomponio was supportive and professionalAlexandra was incredibly helpful in landing my role as an HR Employee Relations Manager. She took the time to understand not only my experience in human resources but also my specific strengths in employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy compliance, within the hospitality industry. She connected me with a company whose values aligned with my own and where my skills could truly make an impact. Throughout the process, Alex provided valuable insights into the organization’s culture, leadership expectations, and current employee relations landscape, which allowed me to prepare strategically for each interview. Her consistent communication and encouragement helped build my confidence and ultimately contributed to a successful outcome.
Alex was very supportive and professional. However, we were also able to align on a personal level as I had some challenges. Nonetheless, she effortlessly listened and offered assistance which made this process even more efficient.
Not only have I acquired the career of my dreams, but I’ve also gained a respectable peer in the HR/recruiting sector. I am forever grateful for my experience with Alexandra Pomponio, on behalf of Patrice and Associates.
Scott T. says that the recruiting space needs more professionals like Alex Pomponio!From the moment Alex reached out to me on a Sunday, having found me on LinkedIn for a role that was an absolutely perfect fit, I knew I was working with someone special. She was proactive, thoughtful, and impressively attuned to what I was looking for. I responded immediately, and from that point on, the experience only got better.
Alex’s level of professionalism is something rarely seen in today’s workplace. Her communication was detailed, thorough, and exceptionally responsive, often immediate. If she didn’t have an answer, she tracked it down and got back to me in record time. That kind of follow-through builds instant trust.
What truly set Alex apart was her energy and authenticity. She brought a positive yet realistic approach to every interaction and served as both a coach and a guide throughout the entire process. Her attention to detail was extraordinary, and her dedication never wavered.
I’ve worked with many internal and external recruiters during my job search, and I can say without hesitation that Alex is in a league of her own. While I was ultimately selected for the role she introduced me to, I have no doubt that had things gone differently, Alex would have continued to offer support and guidance through to the very end. She doesn’t disappear when the job is done, she shows up, again and again.
Working with Alex has also given me renewed faith in recruiters and the hiring process as a whole, something that’s become increasingly difficult to find in today’s landscape. The industry needs more professionals like Alex.
With much gratitude,
Scott T.
Providence, RI
Olga S. loved working with Alex Pomponio!Working with Alex on the recruiting process has been one of the best I’ve ever experienced.
She was professional throughout the qualifying process, not only interested in finding the best candidate for her client, but making sure the position was a good fit for me as well.
Once it was established that I could be a possible candidate, she made sure the interview process went smoothly. She also assisted with the preparation of the offer letter.
Overall, I loved working with Alex, and if needed, I would trust she would find the best candidates for me and the company I work for.
