A resume is more than just a piece of paper that documents someone’s job history; it is the first step in the interview process. What you communicate during this phase should really be the first step in setting you apart from everyone else. Below is a list of the Top 10 things that you may [...]
Here at Atrium, our applicants aren’t just resumes. We strive to treat our Associates better than anyone else, investing our time, energy and money into placing them in assignments and positions that are fulfilling and meet their long term goals. That’s why we want to connect with you in as many ways as we can. [...]
Facebook is growing increasingly popular in the professional world. It’s a great tool for both job seekers and employers. If you choose to keep your profile on Facebook public, this gives employers and HR permission to have an inside look at your private life. Wall comments, photos, and applications are there for anyone to see. [...]
Since 2008, when the job market started to crash and the unemployment rate began to rise, the pressure began to rise for job seekers to come up with creative ways to find a job. The ones that have made the headlines have been the sandwich board, the billboard, the T-shirt, the online portfolio and the [...]
It’s no secret that today’s job market is competitive and flooded with talented candidates, all vying for a limited number of roles. While tradition may dictate that the “Early bird gets the worm,” this principle doesn’t always transcend into the art of job-hunting. So, here are some tips for achieving job hunting success in 2011: [...]
The first step in scoring an interview is to make sure your resume is in tip-top shape. Your shining personality can help land you a job, but your resume will be what gets you in the door. A potential employer may only review a resume for a minute or less, so it is crucial the [...]
Working with a recruiter and a staffing agency is one of the most targeted and effective ways to land a job in today’s market. Especially when companies are overwhelmed by applications and need a recruiter’s expertise to make candidate matches for them. When you meet with a recruiter, make sure you arrive prepared and you [...]
So here you are – desperately trying to find a job that resembles your background or better yet has the word “science” located somewhere in that tiny job description. Low and behold you find a posting for an open job in your field! You take a look and find that you hold at least eight [...]
Congratulations!! You are a 2010 college graduate…you finally made it to the end of your academic career, you have your diploma in hand and a degree in marketing from a top school – the world is your oyster and now all you need is a job!! At this point you have probably taken a month [...]
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