It’s a common feeling many of us have in our jobs. As companies search for ways to maximize efficiencies, employees sometimes feel squeezed by a need to “do more with less”. Such things as limited staff, reduced budgets, and greater…
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There’s a saying “He who fails to plan, plans to fail!“ When looking for a job, it pays to have a plan. Even if still employed, spending time planning your career goals is essential. In fact, you should divide your…
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Sooner or later in your career, you’re likely to get an underwhelming boss. Online jobsite Monster.com did a survey and found 80% of respondents said they feel they could do a better job than their current or most recent managers. Sound…
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Previous posts in this series: Steps to take before embarking on a job search- Step #1 Know your skills, strengths and interests Any job search should be targeted toward specific companies that match your interests, skills, and experience. Too often,…
Read MoreChemical industry experiencing new growth opportunities
As a major recruiter for Industrial Chemicals, Key Corporate Services follows the fortunes of the Chemical Industry closely. And a recent press release by Boston Consulting Group about a surge in growth in the industry caught our eye. The article…
Read MoreWhy use an Executive Recruiter to help with Your job search? – Reason #4
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Read MoreThe Three most important skills to highlight in any job interview- Skill # 2-Problem solving
Previous posts in this series The Three most important skills to highlights in any job interview- Skill #1 Communications In just about any interview, the hiring manager is going to try to ascertain how adept the candidate is at problem…
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Previous posts in this series: Why use an Executive Recruiter to Help with Your job search? -Reason # 1 Why use an Executive Recruiter to help with your job search? – Reason #2 When you use an executive recruiter to find…
Read MorePerfecting your “elevator” Pitch
Anyone looking for a job should have a great “elevator pitch” prepared. It’s that short, 30-second speech that summarizes who you are and what you do. Having such a pitch enables you to quickly and effectively sell yourself anytime, anywhere….
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