About 30 percent of hospitality sector employees are Millennials, a larger percentage than ever before, according to the ADP Research Institute. However, very few of these individuals feel confident about their financial future. A 2013 Employee Benefit Research Institute survey reveals that only 15 percent of employees ages 25–34 believe […]
Read moreWith sophisticated menu items, upgraded interiors, and a laser focus on the customer experience, the chicken segment is moving upmarket. For some brands, losing the long-held title of No. 1 limited-service chicken chain would feel defeating. But when KFC gave up its leading role this year to fellow quick serve […]
Read moreResumes normally get less than a 15-second glance at the first screening. If someone has asked you to review his resume and you want to help him ensure it gets read — or want to know if your own is up to par — be sure you can answer yes […]
Read moreYou must learn to overcome objections throughout your job search. Objections are a reality in any type of sales process and must be viewed as buying signs or a request for more information. When you hear an objection, you have two choices: Hang up and contact the next person […]
Read moreStarting today develop a new habit in your Job Search. Complete the tasks you dread most early in the morning. Often these are the tasks that take you out of your comfort zone, which is why you push them back to the end of the day. Unfortunately, many actions scheduled […]
Read moreEven the smartest and most qualified job seekers need to prepare for job interviews. Why, you ask? Interviewing is a learned skill, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression. So study these 10 strategies to enhance your interview skills. Practice Good Nonverbal Communication It’s about […]
Read moreYou may be the perfect fit for a job — but a hiring manager is never going to find that out if he trashes your resume after a mere glance. Even in this age of online professional networking, a great resume is still the foundation of a successful job search. […]
Read moreWant to be the standout job candidate in your field? Then writing a resume that highlights your industry-specific experience, accomplishments and credentials is essential. If you need help customizing your resume to your field, check out these examples of resumes for various careers and career levels in the following industries: Administrative/Support […]
Read moreYou can’t make the big bucks without taking on some responsibility. Those with the highest responsibilities — over life and death — earn some of the highest salaries, and perhaps that’s as it should be. We worked with the team at PayScale to pick out a half-dozen hot jobs that […]
Read morePatrice & Associates is "by far the best"!Thanks for your recruitment efforts Curtis - you did an amazing job.
Curtis was such a great resource for my job search and the support he provided me. I agree that Patrice & Associates is the "Gold Standard" of recruitment. I highly recommend Patrice & Associates and Curtis to anyone looking for job search. I have spoken too and worked with several recruiters over my 30 years in the industry but Curtis by far was the best. Sincerely grateful, Oscar Ham
