Deal with it, Rookie! What to expect and how to prepare for being a new hire.
July 31, 2015
You got the job – congratulations! You should be thrilled, right? So why are you feeling so nervous? Logically, you may wonder about your new…
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Posts tagged: find a job
Let Me Get This Straight: Being Overqualified is a Bad Thing?
- July 16, 2015
Hiring managers and HR professionals can be a lot like Goldilocks. They want candidates with a level of experience that’s “just right.” Fair or not,…
Read MoreWhy Didn’t I Get the Job?
- May 14, 2015
You applied with high hopes. Those hopes got even higher after you completed your interview. You wrapped up by stating how much you really wanted…
Read MoreDo’s and Don’ts of Temping
- April 9, 2015
“If a job is worth doing, it’s worth doing well.” At PrideStaff, we believe this adage is as relevant for temporary assignments as it is…
Read MoreCongratulations! Now Go Get a Job.
- April 2, 2015
Graduation is a cause for great celebration. You’ve worked hard to earn your degree, and when you graduate you’ll be ready to take the world…
Read MoreGiving Job References
- March 26, 2015
You put great care into every aspect of your job search: You customize your resume for each position for which you apply. You practice the…
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Picking Up New Skills Through Temporary Jobs & Contract Jobs
- March 5, 2015
Looking to re-enter the workforce? Feeling “stuck” in your job? Want to “level up” in your chosen field? Temp jobs may be a great option…
Read MoreProfessions with High Growth Rates in 2015
- February 12, 2015
In today’s world of work, there’s no “sure thing.” But you can increase your job security dramatically by choosing a career that’s in high demand….
Read MoreSetting Career Resolutions (Goals)
- December 29, 2014
New Year’s resolutions come in all shapes and sizes: There’s the good: Find a better job in my field. The bad: Eat more saturated fat….
Read MoreAdjust Your Cover Letter
- December 23, 2014
Are you a “generic” employee? Of course not! You have unique skills, experience and personality traits that will make you an indispensable part of the…
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