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3 More Illegal Questions to Avoid During an Interview
When interviewing candidates for a position at your company, you want to learn as much about them as possible. However, many topics are not only offensive — they’re illegal. Even the slightest touch on subjects such as age, disabilities, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, race, military discharge status can cross the line into illegal Read more »
RealStreet Dallas Branch Office Opening in August
Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) July 23, 2015 RealStreet – a Maryland-based, specialty employment and recruiting firm in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) field – announces the opening of a new branch office in Dallas, Texas on August 3, 2015. As a result, RealStreet will have a physical presence in Tysons Corner, VA, Bel Air, MD, Read more »
3 Strategies for Replacing an Employee Discreetly
Making the decision to replace a member of your team can be a difficult one, especially if the employee holds a highly visible role. After talking it over with your core decision-makers and coming to the conclusion that it must be done, it is often best to keep the transition as quiet as possible until Read more »
4 Phrases to Avoid on Your Resume
Your resume has the sole power to make or break your chances of getting a job. If it is well-written and convinces the hiring manager you are a great contender, you will score an interview – otherwise you won’t. It’s that simple. Resumes should be thorough yet concise, easy to scan and very impactful. Make every Read more »
4 Team Building Exercises Your Staff Will Enjoy!
Unfortunately, team building activities don’t always have the best reputation. In fact, some employees do their best to avoid them. Be prepared for a little push-back when you announce that your group will soon be engaging in one. However, with a little creative thinking, you can turn this negative impression around. When properly executed, team building exercises Read more »
Should You Include Temp Work on Your Resume?
Working as a temporary or contract worker is a wonderful learning experience! It is a great way to broaden your skill-set in a short period of time and learn more about type of company culture you prefer. Plus, some industries rely heavily on temporary and contract workers, simply due to the nature of the projects Read more »
Common Habits Found in Strategic Thinkers
It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day responsibilities of your job. If you’re like most people, you probably have an abundance of urgent and important tasks on your plate each day, making it difficult to to plan for the future. It’s easier to focus on the now, and to worry about what the future has Read more »
3 Questions to Never Ask a Candidate During an Interview
A job interview is your chance to get to know a candidate, to see if they are the right fit for the job. While you can certainly ask a number of questions to learn more about them, some inquiries are strictly off limits. It is extremely important to know which topics to avoid, so you don’t Read more »
4 Ways to Incorporate Volunteer Work into Your Resume
While you don’t get paid for volunteer work, you’re still learning! Volunteering can be especially useful if you are a recent graduate or trying to change career paths. It provides the opportunity to network, and (depending on the type of work) could allow you to gain experience helpful to finding your next job. It can be extremely beneficial to include Read more »
3 Character Traits to Look for When Hiring
When hiring a new person to your team, pay attention to the character of those you interview. Candidates are more than their resume. Sure, you want someone with the necessary skills and experience to excel at the position, but they also need to have the right personality. The people who power your company have the Read more »