As we hit the summer months, it’s easy to throw the towel on your job search and blame the season for the lack of opportunities. But hiring continues even after people are out of the office. Many companies ramp up hiring during the summer, so now is not the time to take a break. With … Continue reading Navigating Out-of-Office Hiring Season: Tips for Job Seekers
Interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience. You want to make sure you stand out from all the other candidates, but it isn’t easy to know how! Here’s a quick guide of tips and tricks to help you impress potential employers and land your dream job. Research the Company & Position When preparing for an interview, … Continue reading Standing Out from the Crowd in an Interview
While many business professionals dress for success, workplace dress codes have become much more casual in recent years. This can make it difficult to know how to dress for a business casual interview. The key is to look polished and professional, while still appearing relaxed and approachable. Here are some tips on how to dress … Continue reading How to Dress for a Business Casual Interview
It doesn’t need to be stated anymore that 2020 was an unprecedented year. Everything was turned upside down, and with the pandemic continuing to impact the job market, many people are still trying to find work. Luckily, there are some glimmers of light at the end of this seemingly endless tunnel. However, the pandemic has … Continue reading How to Find A Career In 2021
More and more companies are moving to remote work-from-home as we continue our fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. And as such, many people are also being furloughed or laid off. While it may seem like there are no jobs available for the unforeseeable future, that is not the case. Many companies are trying to understand … Continue reading 5 Tips For Finding a Job During COVID-19
The job interview is one of the most anticipated and anxiety-inducing parts of the job search. It’s where the first impression is made and skills are evaluated, helping hiring managers narrow down their pool of candidates. In fact, 33% of hiring managers know whether or not they’re going to hire someone within the first 90 … Continue reading 5 Things You Need to Do After a Job Interview to Impress Employers
If you’re in the market for a new job as an administrative assistant, you need to highlight several strengths in your job interview if you want a shot at the job offer. In such a multifaceted role that can require anything from bookkeeping to social media management and everything in between, administrative assistants wear a … Continue reading 9 Common Administrative Assistant Interview Questions and How to Answer Them
Loan originations are reaching a new high in the post-recession era, according to Magnify Money. With more loans and mortgages being approved, lending institutions need more quality mortgage job seekers like yourself to join their team and keep up with demand from homeowners. But before you can snag an attractive job offer at a top … Continue reading From Loan Officer to Credit Investigator: 19 Common Mortgage Job Interview Questions & How to Answer Them
Do you want to instantly appear more professional, thoughtful and intelligent than 57% of job seekers? It’s easy. Just send a thank-you letter within 24 hours of your phone or in-person interview. According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, 57% of job seekers don’t send thank-you notes. But failing to send one, even after a screening … Continue reading 11 Tips for Writing the Perfect Post-Interview Thank-You Letter
When you walk into a job interview, that’s your chance to dazzle interviewers with your skills, experience, personality and make your resume come to life. Unfortunately, we’ve all stumbled a time or two, making silly or even embarrassing mistakes that took us out of the running. For 50 years, Masterson Staffing Solutions has been recruiting, … Continue reading 9 Interview Fails to Avoid: Masterson Team Members Share Bad Interview Moments
The day of your interview has finally arrived — and you want to knock it out of the park. While you’ve likely researched the company and practiced your answers to commonly asked questions, one more study item should be added to your list: interview dos and don’ts. Brushing up on these job seeking tips will … Continue reading Interview Dos & Don’ts: 16 Tips for a Successful Job Interview
When you finally land that job interview, you’re over the moon. But your work isn’t done. You need to be ready to showcase your experience, knowledge, skills and personality in a way that tells interviewers you’re the absolute best candidate for the job. So if you’ve recently landed a job interview, use some of these … Continue reading Interview Prep: 8 Tips & Tricks to Help You Ace Your Job Interview
