Despite a job market with an abundance of openings, it can still sometimes be hard for qualified people to get an interview – even with a well-prepared resume. When that happens, it might be because you’ve been de-prioritized by an automated applicant tracking system. You can have an extraordinary story to tell, just the right […]
The Dos & Don’ts of Recruiting Don’t: Wait! In today’s highly competitive labor market, communication is so key! Things are moving quickly, and candidates are needing timely communication to remain interested and engaged in an opportunity. To accomplish this, companies should remain highly responsive throughout the hiring process. If a candidate has applied or been […]
Looking Back on 2021 to Help Guide Us in 2022 Somehow, someway, we have entered 2022. Half of me still thinks last year was 2019, and half of me can’t believe how quickly this year flew by. And what a year it was. To quote Lady Gaga from her most recent interview with Stephen Colbert, […]
There has been a lot of buzz about the “Great Resignation” and immense impacts from the unpredictability of today’s labor market. In fact, according to a recent article posted by LinkedIn News, “Americans set another record for quitting their jobs in September, pushing the rate up to 3% (from 2.9% in August.)” Employees have a […]
Today’s labor market is more competitive than ever with many companies in search and need of top talent! We’ve seen an incredible uptick in hiring over the past 18 months. Recently, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the number of job openings increased to a 10.9 million and quit rates increased to 2.7%. What that […]
Learning how to market yourself is an important skill to master in today’s professional environment. Here are five ways you can start building your personal brand right now! 1. Find your Niche What do you have to offer? Identifying what you’re passionate about and where your strengths lie is the first step to marketing […]
Business owners, hiring managers, and team leaders – how do you attract and retain your best talent? Today on the blog, The Market Street Talent sales team shares their top recommendations for building and maintaining your strongest team of employees during a challenging time for “office life”. Listening The “new normal” for office life […]
Are you actively on the job hunt? Today on the blog, the Market Street Talent recruiting team shares their top recommendations for crafting the best technology resume. Consistency is Key When it comes to your resume, appearance matters. To appeal to hiring managers, there are a few formatting tips to keep in mind. First […]
As the fall season typically tends to see a ramp up in hiring, there’s a chance many of you may have some job interviews on the horizon. For this week’s blog, we’ve spoken with our Recruiting team who have put together some of their top tips for preparing for an interview. Using an […]
If you’re on the job hunt in 2020, it’s likely you’ve been asked – or will be asked – to conduct a virtual interview. (Who else has become a Zoom expert during these times?) Although being interviewed virtually may be new territory, we’re here to help. Here are some tips for nailing your next Zoom […]
