Posts Categorized: Career Success
Developing a Plan to Grow Your Employee’s Responsibilities
When a new employee starts, do you have a plan for them in a year? How about 5 years? An important quality of a good manager is the ability and desire to develop employees. Taking a role in their career development shows that you care about your team and have concern for the future of Read more »
Quitting Your Current Job For a Better Opportunity
It’s never easy to say goodbye to coworkers and a job you like, but if a better opportunity arises, it is important to weigh your options. If you do make the choice to leave, it is very important to part your way with grace and professional courtesy. You should always leave your current employer wishing Read more »
Kickstart Your Career with these 3 Tips
If you are anything like the millions of other U.S. workers, chances are you want to perform well at work, be successful, and advance your career. Whether it’s taking college courses online, listening to webinars in your industry, or going to a conference, there are always opportunities available to grow your knowledge. Below are three Read more »
3 Ways to Stay Calm During Your First Interview
Whether you’re a seasoned job seeker or are entering the job market for the first time, the first interview with a hiring manager can be a challenging experience. In fact for many, the job interview is the most nerve-racking part of the entire job search process. From sweaty palms to a shaky voice to nervous Read more »
Improve Your Phone Interviews With These Tips!
At a time when you’re receiving hundreds of resumes for each position you post, phone interviews are a critical part of the hiring process. They allow you to determine whether a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and salary needs are compatible with the position you’re offering, in a cost-effective manner. Phone interviews are the perfect way to Read more »
Tell Me About Yourself | Personal Branding 101
“Tell me about yourself” is a question many interviewers use to open up dialogue with a job candidate at the start of an interview. The answer to this question can set the tone for the rest of the interview. In order to make a positive impression on the employer and communicate your personal brand, it’s Read more »
3 Ways to Refocus Your Efforts When You’ve Been Out of Work for an Extended Period of Time
When you have been out of work, the ever-growing employment gap on your resume can be disheartening. This situation can be especially discouraging if you have been out of work for a long period of time, or if you haven’t been getting calls for interviews. Don’t worry—RealStreet Staffing is here to help. Use the following tips Read more »
With Half the Year Behind Us How Are Your Annual Goals?
Despite the weather heating up, it’s hard to believe that summer is already here! It feels like just yesterday we were discussing annual goal setting and New Year’s resolutions. Now, we’re about halfway through the year and are coming up on the perfect time to evaluate your progress and to ensure you’re still on target to accomplish Read more »
3 Ways to Keep Employees Focused on Work as Summer Heats Up
As summer heats up, it is easy to get a “school’s out” feeling, and head off to the pool. Unfortunately, even if the kids are out of school, business must go on. So how do you keep employees motivated during the dog days of summer? 3 Tips to Keep Employees on Track During the Summer Read more »
Ace Your Next Interview With These 4 Tips
Finally! After submitting countless resumes and cover letters, you got a call from what could quite possibly be your dream job, and they want to interview you. The competition is strong, but the interview is another chance to outshine the other applicants. It’s time to pull your best interview outfit out of the closet and show Read more »