We know that you are busy. You don’t want to attend industry networking events every week to find the best insurance talent. You don’t have time to engage in a lengthy prescreening process when it comes to hiring candidates. But, you want to be sure you hire the best in the insurance industry. To make…
We recently shared with you that a recruiter spends 15 seconds or less determining whether a resume makes the cut or not. Resumes with certain words can inspire hiring managers to toss it in the “no” pile, while other words encourage them to take a second look and even pick up the phone to schedule…
You have probably heard of the term SEO, but do you know what it stands for? The acronym is short for Search Engine Optimization, and it’s become the standard for how savvy marketers gain a better organic ranking on search engines, like Google or Bing. If you lead a company or are trying to get…
Keeping your skills fresh in this competitive job market is no longer optional—especially if you want to advance your career or make a career change. Employers are impressed by an up-to-date resume with recent certifications or ongoing education. So, what’s the best way to get started? Here are our tips for how to get ahead…
You work hard to build your company culture, but does the world know how great it is? These days an enviable company culture can be a huge attraction for top talent, but if the only people who know it work there, you are not properly leveraging this facet of your business. Your online company persona…
You’ve heard the old adage, “less is more,” but have you applied that to your resume? According to Chartbeat, the average amount of time you have to capture someone’s attention is just 15 seconds. But, let’s get more specific—HR spends about 30 seconds scanning your skills. Based on these shocking stats, there’s no way they’re…
Last month we addressed Secrets to Attracting Top Talent, but what if you would like to be that top talent? Would you like to know the secret to being a sought-after employee? Why some resumes go to the top of the pile and others get tossed? Look no further than our Secrets for Getting Employers’…
Social proof – testimonials, endorsements and recommendations of a candidate’s abilities that appear on social networks – can seriously reduce the perceived risk of a new hire. However, as a hiring company, how do you evaluate this social proof? How much stock can you put into these glowing reviews? One of the most costly mistakes a…
Would you like to know the secret to finding that superstar new hire? Why some companies seem to get the best talent, while others find the recruiting process a struggle? As a growing business, you need to know what separates top talent from the rest of the pack, and how to get them on your…