Our last blog talked about how the job market is just "ok." It's taking longer to get jobs, competition is rising, and wage growth has stalled for many roles. There are also some interesting reports on jobs that are currently in demand, many of which don't require traditional college degrees and come with impressive salaries. The Wall Street Journal just called Gen Z "The Toolbelt Generation" and this means we have to ask the question...Is College Worth the Cost? Here are some things to think about:  More ..read more

The job market is average again. The Wall Street Journal published a recent article about the decline of the "hottest job market in a generation." This market was fueled by pandemic area hiring that flooded the scene as a result of the Great Resignation and let job seekers jump around to maximize their earning potential at companies that needed to fill a lot of jobs quickly. In the first half of 2024, we saw the market start to cool and we saw hiring slow down and unemployment start to rise for the first time since 2021. The good news is that unemployment is still low overall, but the bad news ..read more

Landing a job right after earning that diploma is usually the goal for most college graduates, and for quite a while it's been pretty easy to do that. But we're starting to see a little bit of a shift in the amount of time its taking graduates (and job seekers in general) to secure a full time role, and for many it's starting to take longer. If you know someone who is graduating in 2024, here are a few tips to help them maximize their job search efforts and reduce their time in the job market:  1. Take advantage of university connections while they're still warm.  Professors an ..read more

The addition of AI and increase in remote work mean we’re not talking with people as much as we used to. Interviewing is stressful for most of us already, but it can be especially hard for introverts which can make landing your next job a little harder. If interviewing, expressing yourself, and connecting with others are difficult for you, you’re not alone! Here are 4 tips to help you feel more prepared and have an easier time acing your interview: 1. Ask Family and Friends for Compliments If you struggle to talk about yourself, then go to the people who know you best and ask them what they ..read more

AI is everywhere these days and people are rightfully approaching it with equal amounts of delight and suspicion. Both are warranted. Finding ways to work smarter, not harder has always been a goal for individuals and businesses alike, but not at the expense of quality, results, service, or security. If you’re in a job search and struggling to get started, here are a few ways you can safely and effectively use AI to give you a boost in a productive way: 1. Taking the first step to get started (the hardest part): When you’re overwhelmed, taking that first step can be daunting. Using AI to hel ..read more

  Whether you’re a student trying to choose a major, a stay-at-home parent rejoining the workforce, or a professional wanting to make a job change—the choices we have these days can seem overwhelming. How savvy are you on which career fields are truly in demand? And what do you do if you’re not interested in those jobs? Here’s our breakdown of jobs with a bright and secure outlook for 2024 and beyond: Jobs that rank as "in-demand" on multiple lists for 2024 are linked in this blog, but if you had to choose one career field to pursue in 2024, Healthcare is one of the most secure choices ..read more

A lot has changed in the workplace over the past few years, and interviews reflect that. Employers have learned a lot about what they need from employees after navigating Covid-19, The Great Resignation, and The Great Reshuffle with varying degrees of success. Millennials are the dominant generation in the workforce, with Gen Z close behind. Employers are looking for authenticity, adaptability, communication, initiative, and problem-solving abilities. Here’s an updated look at some commonly asked interview questions you’ll see in 2023 and beyond, along with strategies to answer them effectivel ..read more

Arriving on time is rule number one of a successful job interview. If you’re late, many employers will cut the interview short, or refuse to meet with you. But what about arriving too early—is that just as bad? The truth is, everything you’re doing as part of the interview process is being judged and each move you make should be calculated. Your arrival is the beginning of your first impression. Here are answers to 4 questions about punctuality that you’ve always wanted to ask an HR professional: How late is “late” to a job interview? If your interview is at 4:00pm and you arrive at 3:56 ..read more

2020 has brought a lot of change and has put many people into the job market unexpectedly. And as another year comes to a close, many students are graduating and entering the job market for the first time. With spam calls at an all time high this year, many of us are letting calls we don't recognize go straight to voicemail. But for those of us who are less discerning about answering the phone, it's important to remember that it only takes seconds to make a poor first impression on a potential employer. Should you answer calls you don't recognize or let them to to voicemail? Here are the pros ..read more

If you’ve updated your resume recently then you probably did a Google search for “Resume Writing Tips” and were overwhelmed by the amount of information, advice, and opinions. There isn’t one right way to write a resume, but one question that we still get with surprising frequency is: Should I include a photo on my resume? Read on to find out what we think:  You should NOT include a photo on your resume. Including a photo on your resume is not standard practice for most people and it can work against you more often than it can work in your favor. The goal with a resume is to appeal to t ..read more