Finding and attracting great talent can be a daunting task for early-stage and high-growth companies – traditional hiring methods simply don’t work in the startup space. If you’re a founder or entrepreneur, we invite you to join us every other week on the Build Your Dream Team Podcast as we share strategies and best practices…
3 best questions to ask in an interview Congratulations, you’ve made it to your interview with the hiring manager! It’s important to have questions prepared ahead of time and to keep things positive. You want to make sure you get the most value out of the questions you ask. Often candidates focus on the negative,…
Ace your initial screen! Is it your first time working with a recruiter? Here are our three tips for making a great first impression and nailing your initial screening interview: Treat the screening interview as if you’re interviewing with the hiring manager Be prepared! Answer the question asked Best of luck making an excellent first…
First time working with a recruiter? Here’s how to show up for your initial screen! Screens are the first part of the interview process. It’s your chance to make a great first impression as a candidate, and get a glimpse of your potential future employer. The initial screen is often with an outside recruiter, but…
What is your career destination? Imagine that your career is a coast-to-coast road trip. There are many stops along the way, some occasional side roads, hills to climb, valleys to navigate and even some bad weather here and there. Much like the moves you make while driving your car, each step you take in your…
Job searching in the summer Summer may not be the ideal time for conducting a job search, but we’ve got a few tips to help you build momentum and generate interest during the seasonal slowdown: Look for summer networking activities with groups that you don’t otherwise have access to Try breakfast meetings instead of lunch…
Six ways to upgrade your resume Is your resume living in the past? It might be time for an upgrade! Listen in as we offer up these tips to start fresh and look toward your future self rather than your past self: Find an updated stylesheet Lose the objective Articulate your personal brand Eliminate the…
Tips on how to find a new job while working full time Are you looking for a new position while already working 40+ hours a week? While much of the search process takes person-to-person contact, there are some pieces that can be automated. Listen in for these quick tips for conducting a passive job search:…
Manipulative tactics that some recruiters will use on you Many of you are thinking about switching positions this year and may not have worked with a recruiter before. These super friendly people who seem to be interested in helping you with your career have a single motive in mind – getting paid. Now there are…
Activities that can lead to a job You’ve already let your family, friends and professional network know you are looking for a job. Now it’s time to expand your reach and gain access to an extended network. You need to get out there, meet new people who are gainfully employed and not already in your…