Many people think that landing a job is as simple as showing up to an interview and telling the interviewer what they want to hear. They assume that if they get an offer, then it’s game over. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Employers know how many candidates are applying for each position, so… Read More »
Here are 11 keys for a successful career: Ask questions. It is the best way to learn. Better to ask questions then to act like you know it all. It’s OK to say, “I am not sure, but I will get back to you with an answer by the end it the day.” Be honest… Read More »
In today’s market, job seekers are in the driver’s seat, and what is most important has shifted following the pandemic. If you are looking for a job, here are twelve things to consider. Location: The pandemic has made this a game-changer. With increased opportunities for remote work, employees have more choices. What might have required a long… Read More »
Network with the right people. Networking used to be all about face-to-face meetings, robust handshakes and physically moving in the right circles, but thanks to social media, on sites like LinkedIn, you can now research, discover and network with the right people without leaving your home. That’s right, you can network from the comfort of… Read More »
Why Volunteering is Important for your Career It’s no secret that employers love great candidates with volunteering work on their resume. In a recent government survey, almost half of HR professionals said they would be more likely to employ an applicant with constructive volunteering experience, and 63% revealed that volunteering makes an application stand out… Read More »
Internships are a Great Way for Work Experience! Unpaid internships are controversial, but work experience can be incredibly useful when trying to break into any new career or industry. Why is an internship great? To start, it works: a recent government survey of HR professionals revealed that 85% of employers felt relevant work experience was… Read More »
1. Look for companies that share your values Other than pay and benefits, 43% of potential job candidates say they are attracted to a new career because of meaningful work. By researching a company’s core mission, you’re not only ensuring they have clear goals, but ones that resonate with your interests and passions. If you… Read More »
Things to Do When Researching a Company Researching potential employers in the Southern Indiana and Evansville area is vital to any effective job hunt. This research comes in handy at three pivotal times during a job search: first when you’re deciding what kind of employer you’d like to work for, then when you are ready… Read More »
5 Entry-Level Jobs to Kickstart Your IT Career Over the past several years, the staff at HR Solutions, Inc. has noticed the ongoing demand for IT workers has continued to grow, and as technology gets bigger, it only makes sense to consider an entry-level IT job in the Southern Indiana area. It’s hard to resist… Read More »
According to the Pew Research Center, millennials are a diverse group of people that were born between 1981 and 1996. Today, they are anywhere between 25–40 years old and represent ⅓ of the U.S. workforce. As of 2019, the millennial population surpassed baby boomers in the U.S., becoming America’s largest generation. By 2025, they’re expected to make up… Read More »