Six seconds. That’s not a lot of time to catch a reader’s attention, but that’s all you’ve got when it comes to a recruiter reviewing a resume. I thought it was time to share what really can make a resume stand out.  Here are the eight secrets to writing an attention-grabbing, job-landing resume!
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Whether you’re looking for new ways to think about business, insights into better managing your career, or inspirational stories that change the way you look at life, our staff has shared some of their favorite motivational, leadership, and business books to put on your reading list. Here are some of our recommended reads!
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“Oh, we know what we’re looking for.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that phrase. Sure, you have an idea of who you want to hire, but this isn’t always the best way to approach the hiring process. Here are nine best practices to improve and expedite your hiring process.
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It’s no secret why you’d want a happy workforce. If people aren’t enjoying their jobs, you can’t very well expect them to remain engaged—and a lack of engagement often means everything from work quality and productivity to recruitment and retention will suffer. The following 12 tactics could be the solution to improving the happiness and morale of your workforce.
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Succession planning is so important to a business. It gives you the opportunity to educate, mentor, and promote from within. It’s also a much more efficient way to hire staff. Besides, there are a number of other advantages to promoting instead of hiring, and they often include the following.
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Ask almost anyone about happiness in the workplace, and they’ll likely tell you it’s tied to money, management, or that professional nemesis every office seems to have. But they’d be wrong. Happiness has nothing to do with the job itself — nor does it have anything to do with a boss or a colleague. It has everything to do with you.
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Employee engagement is the level at which your employees care about their work and your company. They don’t work just for a paycheck but to help you achieve whatever it is your business is trying to achieve. If this isn’t reason enough to invest in employee engagement, consider these six other benefits.
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A special thank you message from CEO Geno Cutolo to our valued employees and Talent on Employee Appreciation Day. Thank you for all that you do!
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Giving your employees a raise isn’t just recognition for their achievements and contributions; it shows you trust that they’ll keep doing their part in advancing your business interests. But a bump in pay isn’t always in the budget, and you’re now left with a difficult decision: how to show your appreciation when a salary increase is out of the question. Find out!
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While we all know there are plenty of people out there who genuinely love their jobs, one reason still tops the list of why we go to work each morning: money. The only problem is that few of us actually know how to negotiate our salaries. The next time you’re feeling like you should be making more money, try these tips.
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We’re excited to announce that Advantage Resourcing has received Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Award for 2018! This honor is given to less than 2 percent of all staffing agencies in the US and Canada, and we’re thrilled to be recognized!
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You think you’ve found the perfect candidate for the job. This person checks all the boxes, even seeming like a perfect fit for your company’s culture. But when you decide to extend an offer, a counter offer comes back — a counter that’s $10,000 more than was posted. This presents an opportunity to look at your pay scale and if it’s actually competitive with the market. What’s the best way to...
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We all know mentorship is important. It’s one of the most effective ways of developing – and retaining – new talent within an organization. If someone has recently asked you to become a mentor, or you’re currently working with a mentee, here are steps that will help ensure you’re both getting the most out of the relationship.
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There’s a common misconception about mentorship: it’s a seasoned professional who provides guidance to a bright-eyed mentee. While this is often the case, your choice in mentor isn’t about age so much as who will best suit your needs — and suit your needs at that particular time. When looking for someone to help you grow your career potential, consider the following.
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With record low unemployment rates and multiple options for employment, the war for talent continues to intensify. To remain competitive, successful employers are embracing the following seven trends.
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With so many people looking to 2018 with fresh eyes, it might be time for your company to do the same, especially when it comes to your retention and recruitment efforts. Otherwise, you could find yourself struggling to fill some vacant seats. Deciding where to start can be a challenge, but the following resolutions can help ensure that your company gets off to a good start this year.
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Volunteering for a good cause undoubtedly does a lot of good for a lot of people — but not just for those you’re helping. While the ultimate reason for giving back should be to improve our society, volunteerism can actually be quite the career booster.
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There's a lot of talk about corporate social responsibility, especially as it relates to larger corporations. But this shouldn’t stop all other businesses from giving back. All it takes is a little creativity to come up with ways to give back, and the following are often the best places to start.
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Has your company been thinking about how to give back to your community through employee giving or volunteering? Discover six tips to keep in mind when creating a workplace philanthropy program.
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Gift-giving at work can be tricky. You’ve got to strike the right balance between keeping it professional and meaningful at the same time. If you feel so inclined to give a boss, coworker, or assistant a gift this holiday season, we suggest you consider the following to ensure you’re doing it the right way.
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