The misleading allure of a counteroffer
Few people start looking for a new job while happily employed. There is usually a reason we start browsing through online job postings, adding recruiters to our LinkedIn connections or mentioning [...]
“Voyeurism” on LinkedIn?
If you are an active user of social networking sites, you probably know that, unlike Facebook, LinkedIn offers its users transparency when it comes to seeing who views their pages. It is a great [...]
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Posted What Not to Wear (to a job interview, of course)!
Quite honestly, I never thought that there were many options as to what one should wear to a job interview. However, I stumbled upon an article on Monster.ca that made me realize that there were [...]
Coming to a Potential Employers’ Office Unannounced
Despite our many years in recruitment, it never fails to surprise us when the receptionist calls to let us know that there is someone to see us without an appointment. What does it mean when a [...]
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Posted Happy Holidays to our Loyal Clients and Candidates!
Holidays are just around the corner and everyone is hosting corporate holiday parties! We had the choice of hosting a party for our staff of six, but instead decided to share the holiday spirit [...]
Refusing a Job Offer without Burning Bridges
A loyal reader asked us to discuss our suggestions on how to politely turn down a job offer without completely shutting the door behind you. I think the trick to refusing a job offer is being as [...]
Interview as a Networking Opportunity for Jobseekers
We are always baffled when candidates refuse an interview for a job opportunity in their field. It clearly demonstrates one’s shortsightedness and lack of understanding of the power of [...]
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Posted An aggressive candidate or a nervous job seeker?
Earlier today, I was reading a how-to book for hiring managers and recruiters, and it brought me back to a situation I had encountered in one of my previous jobs. The chapter I was reading [...]
How early should you be for your interview?
One thing is certain – being late is never a good idea, regardless of your reasons. If you are running late, you should at the very least call to give the person expecting you a heads up. Many [...]
Negotiating Salary at your Annual Review
As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, your annual evaluation is undoubtedly the best time to negotiate a salary increase. What is the best way to approach the subject? There is [...]