Posts Tagged ‘Research Companies’

How To Really Impress During A Job Interview

Next to a root canal appointment, few things in life are as nerve inducing as the job interview. In this day and age, the face-to-face interview is typically the first time a prospective employee will speak to an actual person. This “actual” person literally has your career in the palm of their hand. They will determine, based on this portion of the hiring process, whether or not the process will continue or come to a screeching halt. Wow! No wonder you’re nervous. Right? Below are a few ideas that will go a long way toward taking some of the pressure off of you and making the most of your time with the interviewer.

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7 Tips For Using Glassdoor In Your Job Search

Did you know that two out of three employees say they’ve found a new job different than expectations set during interviews? If you are looking for a job or thinking about seeing what’s out there, looking before you leap is a critical step when making your next career move. We pulled together a quick guide on several ways to use Glassdoor so you can make more informed career decisions.

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How To Really, Really Research Your Future Employer

You’ve looked at the organization’s website and Google’ed them. Now it’s time to go onto a deeper dive into researching your future employer, their past and their future. Certainly you can and should read up here on Glassdoor, and then to really, really research a company or non-profit, prepare to chat with a librarian for a bit – or log onto their website.

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Researching A Potential Employer Before Saying “Yes!”

Congratulations, you’ve received a job offer! Do a happy dance, update your Facebook status and text everyone you know (starting with your mom), but don’t leap into that new job until you’ve done some research. As the old adage goes, “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” Up to now, that’s what you’ve had to do; the nitty-gritty is still hidden within the pages. Fortunately, it is quite easy to learn more about a potential employer online.

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