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Hired! How to Ask Great Questions in a Job Interview

What kind of questions should you be asking to not only impress your potential employers but also to gauge if the position and the company are the right fit for you?

Hired! How to Ask Great Questions in a Job Interview

What kind of questions should you be asking to not only impress your potential employers but also to gauge if the position and the company are the right fit for you?

Hired! How to Ask Great Questions in a Job Interview

What kind of questions should you be asking to not only impress your potential employers but also to gauge if the position and the company are the right fit for you?

More Than Work: How to Find a Job You Love (Or at Least Like!)

Too often, job seekers accept that work is what they do when they aren't having fun. However, finding a genuinely enjoyable job can turn your daily grind into a rewarding experience. Before you search for your next role, use these tips to help you find opportunities that match your skills and interests—and feed your soul.

More Than Work: How to Find a Job You Love (Or at Least Like!)

Too often, job seekers accept that work is what they do when they aren't having fun. However, finding a genuinely enjoyable job can turn your daily grind into a rewarding experience. Before you search for your next role, use these tips to help you find opportunities that match your skills and interests—and feed your soul.

More Than Work: How to Find a Job You Love (Or at Least Like!)

Too often, job seekers accept that work is what they do when they aren't having fun. However, finding a genuinely enjoyable job can turn your daily grind into a rewarding experience. Before you search for your next role, use these tips to help you find opportunities that match your skills and interests—and feed your soul.

More Than Work: How to Find a Job You Love (Or at Least Like!)

Too often, job seekers accept that work is what they do when they aren't having fun. However, finding a genuinely enjoyable job can turn your daily grind into a rewarding experience. Before you search for your next role, use these tips to help you find opportunities that match your skills and interests—and feed your soul.

Great Jobs for Military Veterans That Might Surprise You

You've just completed years of service in the military, faced countless challenges, and developed a diverse skill set. Now, you're gearing up for a brand-new challenge — transitioning into civilian life. You might be surprised to find how well your skills and military training translate to these rewarding career paths.

Great Jobs for Military Veterans That Might Surprise You

You've just completed years of service in the military, faced countless challenges, and developed a diverse skill set. Now, you're gearing up for a brand-new challenge — transitioning into civilian life. You might be surprised to find how well your skills and military training translate to these rewarding career paths.

New Year: New Job? 5 Essential Interview Tips

Looking to kick off the New Year with a new job? Congratulations in advance! After arming yourself with knowledge about your desired role and researching the company (crucial steps, no doubt), these 5 tips will ensure you ace the interview and land the job.

Prepare Your Career for 2024!

While it's impossible to predict the future, looking back at how things have played out in recent years gives us insight into what might lie ahead. Here are 3 tips to help you scale the career ladder in 2024.

Self-Care: How to Increase Motivation During Your Job Hunt

Here are ten ways you can keep yourself in tip-top shape for your search!

The Flip Side of Ghosting: How Long Do You Wait for a Job Offer?

In today's job market, much attention is given to candidates ghosting employers, leaving hiring managers in the lurch. However, it's essential to recognize that the waiting game goes both ways.

How to Use the Talent Crisis to Land a Great Job

There's a lot of discussion about how the talent shortage impacts employers (increased costs, lower productivity, missed growth opportunities), but not much information about how it affects job seekers. How can job seekers use the tough talent market to their advantage?

Can Being Employed Give You an Edge in the Job Market?

Finding employment can be a challenging task. Have you ever wondered if being currently employed provides you with an advantage when it comes to securing new opportunities?

Talent Hoarding: Are You Missing Opportunities?

While talent hoarding can be disheartening, there are proactive steps job seekers can take to break free from its grip.

From Surviving to Thriving: Strategies for Overcoming Burnout

Here are strategies you can use to overcome burnout and transition from merely surviving to truly thriving.

The Market Is Ripe For a Promotion

With more job openings than people looking for work, now is the time to make a play for a promotion or try to secure the job you really want. Here's why you should stay up-to-date with industry opportunities.

How to Interview Your Next Employer

Temp-to-hire jobs can be a great way to interview a potential employer and determine if a job is a good opportunity for you!

Spring Into Success: 5 Tips for Creating a Winning Career Plan

If the thought of a new job stirs hope and excitement in your heart, use these steps to put your budding career plan into action this spring.

Not a Match? 3 Tips to Find a Job You Love

How can you make the most of your time and resources during the job hunt-and find a fulfilling and rewarding role faster?

Not a Match? 3 Tips to Find a Job You Love

How can you make the most of your time and resources during the job hunt-and find a fulfilling and rewarding role faster?

Inflation Eating Your Budget? Bite Back With a Better Job

Stand out in a crowded market and beat out your competition with these job hunting tips!

3 Tips to Launch a Successful Job Hunt in the New Year

For many, the New Year offers a clean slate and the chance to begin a new adventure. Is finding a new job your New Year’s resolution?

Gratitude Gets The Job: Thank You Note Tips for Job Seekers

Sending a note of thanks definitely won't hurt your chances of getting the job, and it might help. Here are a few more reasons this small step is so crucial.

5 Tips To Banish The Sunday Scaries

In this issue:
-5 Tips To Banish The Sunday Scaries

Why Is It Easier to Find a Job When You Already Have One?

Here are a few reasons people who are already employed SEEM more employable to hiring managers!

Yes, You Can Feel Happier At Work!

Learn tips on how to help employees feel happier and more confident in themselves and their work!

How Can You Tell If Your Job Offer Is a "Catfish"?

Something pretending to be what it isn’t. We’re all familiar with “catfish-ing”. This article will share how to read between the lines in a job offer AND why you should partner with PrideStaff to find jobs that actually offer what they advertise!

Are you feeling that mid-year burnout yet?

Why are we so burned out at the time of year we’d expect to relax? It’s summer! The time of year to get outdoors and enjoy barbeques, a day at the beach or boating on the lake.

Find answers to your job interview questions.

Preparing thoughtful answers to these questions can give you a competitive advantage in landing the job.

Use these tips for a better day at work!

Check out these helpful, actionable tips that can make your day more productive, allowing you to get more done with a little less

Not getting hired? Find out why!

Job hunting has challenges—but forewarned is forearmed. If you go into the search prepared, you’re more likely to succeed. Here are five common things candidates do wrong during their job search (and how to avoid them).

Add this to your resume!

In a best-case scenario, your job experience section will net you an interview or at least get you to the next step in the hiring process. Use these tips to add work experience to your resume to stand out and land a better job in 2022!

Is It Time For a New Job?

Dissatisfaction can sneak up on you in small ways that add up to the need for a big change. Here are a few ways to tell that it's time for a new job.

Next year things will be different...

A New Year is coming, and many job seekers want change. "The Great Resignation" has taken hold, with a record number of employees saying goodbye to their old job and looking for something new.

Do you have one of these popular jobs?

From entry-level to highly skilled positions, there are more jobs than candidates right now, so chances are there will be plenty of opportunities to choose from.

This might be scaring employers away...

Getting interviews but no offers? You may want to review how you present yourself in person.

Ready to impress your next interviewer?

Try these three methods for impressing at an interview!

Ready to make a career switch?

Spending more time at home or being laid off led many people to re-evaluate their career choices. If you’re thinking about making a change, here are five tips for making the transition.

Would you call yourself a "team player?"

One of the top soft skills employers look for is the ability to perform well as part of a team.

Start standing out on the job!

Every employee should work on these skills.

Are you comfortable with networking?

Even though you can't visit trade shows or head to a Tuesday night mixer right now, it doesn't mean you can't network. In fact, this is the perfect time to focus on maintaining connections and creating new ones.

Are you looking for work?

Job searches can be exciting, but more often than not, getting started is the hardest part. If you have been procrastinating, use these five steps to get the ball rolling on your job search and set out on the path towards an exciting new opportunity.

Do you know your worth?

Did you know that a $5,000 increase in annual base pay can lead to an additional $650,000 in lifetime earnings? That's why it's so important to know your worth when looking for a job and negotiating pay.

What's in a resume?

Resumes are one of the most important documents you'll ever create in your life. They can make or break your chances of getting an interview that could lead to a new job. That's why it's so important to create an effective resume.

Take control of your career.

Whether you feel stuck in your current job, you are unhappy with your current situation, or you want to take a step forward, make 2021 the year you take control of your career.

Don't fall into this holiday season trap!

The end of the year is a busy and stressful time, which makes it easy to fall behind at work. Use these tips to stay focused and productive, no matter what the holiday season throws at you.

COVID-19 has changed the way we find work.

While some things will "go back to normal," many changes will continue to stick -- including the way we find work. Here are some of the ways you can expect your job search to change and tips on how you can keep up.

Are you sick of working from home?

After months of working from home, remote fatigue has set in. If you are feeling burned out, use these tips to stay focused and energized.

Are you thinking about a career change?

With nearly every aspect of American life in a state of uncertainty due to COVID-19, many people are struggling with their careers. Unemployment is at record highs and entire industries are in danger of collapse, leaving many people to contemplate career changes. However, with all of the uncertainty swirling around, is now the right time for a change?

Your resume could use a revamp.

Whether you are out of work due to the pandemic or you are employed and ready to move on to bigger and better things, you will want to revamp your resume for the changing landscape.

Do you have these job skills?

The only thing anyone can be certain of right now is that change will continue. And if you're on the job hunt, you'll want to adapt your approach to address the changing concerns of employers. Here are five job skills that you should highlight because they are needed now more than ever.

The best time is NOW!

There will soon be a rush of people starting to look for jobs. If you wait to start your job search, you will be competing with potentially millions of other candidates.

Stressed about heading back to work?

As states begin to ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, people are returning to work. If you are one of those people heading back, you may feel anxious about being exposed to the virus.

What comes next?

Our advice? Grab the reins. Resolve to make the best of your situation. And use the gift of free time to improve your marketability and plan your next career move. Once the upturn hits, you’ll be primed to land a great job quickly:

Social distancing at work...

Now, we’re faced with recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace by implementing “social distancing” measures. In this case, the CDC defines social distancing as “remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from others when possible.”

It's time to get back to work...

We all know running around like Chicken Little accomplishes well, little. Sometimes, to induce effective productivity, you have no choice but to stop, drop everything a bit, and settle your heart, mind, and emotions.

Is it time to move up?

The start of a new year is a great time for taking a step forward in your career. If you're ready to move up your career ladder this year, use these strategies.

Start making your 2020 career vision a reality!

Ready to find a new job in the new year? Now is a great time to start gearing yourself up for a successful search.

Have you tried making your job search more social?

Social media can be a great tool for finding a new job. That is, if you take the right approach.

Does your resume include these three things?

To stand out from the crowd, you're going to need to spruce up your resume with demonstrable skills, testimonials and a laser focus on your dream job.

Is this person in your network?

When you start looking for a job, everyone tells you networking is the key. But what does that really mean, and who should you turn to?

Don't miss the rest of summer because of your job!

Summer is almost over. You can still enjoy the weather and stay productive and on task with these five tips.

The heat is on!

You could put off your job search until the fall, but summer is actually a great time to turn up the heat and land your dream opportunity.

It's not you, it's the job!

If workplace headaches have morphed into feelings of sheer dread or exhaustion, you could be experiencing burnout.

Is your resume out of date?

Trends and employer priorities are always changing, so it's important to brush up on what hiring managers want to see in today's market.

Is the door still open?

It is possible to get rehired. Here is advice on how to determine whether the door is still open with a former employer.

Does your resume contain these errors?

A great resume can lead to a great job; a bad resume can lead to the "circular file." What makes a hiring manager throw a resume in the trash at first sight?

It's Time for a New Job...

Life is too short to settle for a job that doesn't fulfill you or move you towards your goals. Here are some signs it's time to start looking for greener pastures.

Ready for this part of your interview?

If you are preparing to land a new job in the new year, here are some potential curveball questions you need to be ready to answer.

Your resume needs these updates.

If you're considering making a change next year, follow these tips to bring your resume into 2019.

This could hurt your chances at the job...

If you're embarking on a job search, it's important to understand how your social media presence could be helping or hurting your chances.

Don't give up!

The right job for you is out there, so use these tips to bounce back from rejection and land an even better job.

Read this before you start your new job.

If you're ready to make a career change, follow these simple steps for a successful transition into a new opportunity.

Feeling unhappy with your job?

If you're feeling defeated at work, there are steps you can and should take to resolve the situation and regain your happiness.

Now is the perfect time to find work!

Summer is often synonymous with rest and relaxation, but for many people, it's about work. If you're looking for a new job, try these three easy tips.

Start standing out from the crowd!

Small, consistent actions can help you stand out and build a reputation as an achiever -- whether you work on a team of 5 or 50 people.

You should check these out!

Check out these seven quick and easy tips for phone apps that can boost personal productivity at work (and the times it's ok to use your phone at work!).

Get ready for your next interview!

Whether your interview will be over the phone, in person or online, use these tips to ace the meeting and land an exciting new career.

Interview questions for you!

Great questions also help you decide whether the job and company are right for you. Here are five questions you should ask on every single interview.

You're wasting time...

There's only so much time in a day. Use these tips to maximize the time you have -- and leave these time wasters in the past!

Your 2018 Resume Makeover Guide

Follow these 10 tips for updating your resume to meet 2018 standards. You won't want to miss out on this advice.

Are you feeling sick?

Although it would be awesome to actually stay home sick whenever you feel bad, it's not always possible. Let's look at some realistic alternatives.

Quick fix for your resume

People ask all the time if they need to tailor their resumes for each specific job they apply to. The answer is always a resounding "YES!"

Is your workspace your favorite place?

Just as an uncomfortable bed means you won't get good sleep, an uncomfortable, impersonal desk means you won't be productive.

Have you noticed these signs?

Even if there is no obvious evidence, you still may be underperforming. Take a moment to look for any of the following signs in your daily work.

Are you looking for work...at work?

Looking for a job while you're employed and want a new one is inconvenient, but looking when you're unemployed and need one is markedly more stressful.

Interview mistakes...

Take job interviews the wrong way and by the time you've reached 40, steady professional and financial growth will have passed you by.

Interview mistakes...

Take job interviews the wrong way and by the time you've reached 40, steady professional and financial growth will have passed you by.

Can you understand this job ad?

Reading through a job description can be an exercise in both futility and confusion. Here are what the most common buzzwords in those ads might mean.

Take these steps towards positive change!

Using self-knowledge and understanding, you can turn self-doubt into motivation to succeed. All that's required is a few steps towards positive change!

We can make you happier at work!

We spend a large part of our adult lives at work. Many of us, however, aren't happy about it. There has to be a way to work happier, right?

10 easy ways to become more confident

We imagine an idealized version of ourselves; swaggering through life with a powerful, self-assured confidence. But life is never quite so simple.

Start training your mind!

There is much media hype around mindfulness and its benefits for individual health and well-being. But what does this mean for you, as an employee?

Help! I've Been Fired!

Many people think that being fired from an employer leaves them with an indelible mark and that they are forever stained. This simply is not true!

5 skills you'll need in the future.

The world is changing and so are the criteria that determine the ideal candidate. What will the future look like, and what sort of employee will it demand?

Job hoppers rejoice! We've got good news for you.

In this issue:

It's No Longer "Job Hopping"

Why You Shouldn't Pursue Work-Life Balance

Worst. Job. Ever!

Do you have a job you hate? Let PrideStaff help you find a new one!

Are you in the worst job you've ever had?

Do you hate your current job? PrideStaff can help find you a new one!

Sick of your boss? Say “goodbye” to them!

Angry. Unrealistic. Mean. Unfair. We've all had a bad boss at one point. The good news is that you don't have to deal with it!

Need help landing an interview?

Interviewing can be tough. Here are some of the most common and hated interview questions. If you have trouble responding, PrideStaff can help you find the answers!

What's it really like to work with a staffing agency?

PrideStaff exposes the truth, lies, facts & fiction about working with staffing agencies. Hear firsthand what some of our candidates say about working with us!

Ready for your next interview?

Worrying and trying to fool your evaluator are sure-fail strategies. Follow these 3 tips the next time you are faced with the dreaded personality assessment.

Ace your next job interview with these tips!

In many cases, you will be remembered for how you left your job, more so than the accomplishments during your tenure. Take these tips on how to quit your job without spoiling your brand.

Start managing your career today!

Take charge of your financial future by laying a strong foundation now. Here are six career management strategies soon-to-be graduates can begin using today.

Are you looking for a new job (in secret)?

Finding a job while working full time is tough, but it's a walk in the park compared to finding a job when you are unemployed. Follow these 6 tips to keep your job search discreet.

Are you offending your interviewers?

Not everyone is a natural at interviewing for a job. If your behavior with interviewers is inappropriate and offends them, you are not likely to be advanced as a candidate. This list of 30 ways to offend an interviewer is a reminder of behaviors to avoid.

What's next in your career?

Being passive as you wait for a "bite" isn't the fastest way to land a job, especially when your competition is doing the same. You've got to be proactive and think of your job search like a sales and marketing campaign.

Do you trust your co-workers?

Closely knit teams consisting of talented members who trust one another will perform at higher levels than if trust is lacking. The keyword here is “trust,” a prime factor in developing team closeness. So how do you develop this kind of seamless productivity, especially if you’ve just joined a new team?

How Much Do You Like Your Job?

In this month's issue we look at things from a millennial perspective: what a modern career should look like. Also, 10 subtle signs that reveal how much you enjoy your work.

Increase Your Odds Of Getting a Job

In this issue:

-Be Proactive and Increase Your Odds Of Getting a Job

-Workplace Quality of Life: Making Yourself Happier on the Job

What if it's you?

In this issue:

-What If It's You? How to Recognize If You're a Productivity Killer

-Do LinkedIn Endorsements Really Matter?

"What is your greatest weakness?"

We've all heard the question "What is your greatest weakness?" This month we help you answer this difficult question. Plus are you prepared for the worst when it comes to your career?

Become a superstar!

In this issue:

-Be a Branding Superstar in 5 Steps

-3 Career Development Questions You Should Ask Yourself

What Not to Include in Your Resume Profile

In this issue:

-What Not to Include in Your Resume Profile

-Top Ten Tips to Build a Stronger LinkedIn Profile

"I need that done now!"

In this issue:

-It's All Urgent! Six Ways to Prioritize When Everything's a Priority

-The First 90 Days: Tips to Keep You On Top

-The Watercooler

When is the Best Time to Update Your Resume?

In this issue:

-Build Your Professional Brand in Three Steps

-When is the Best Time to Update Your Resume?

Coping with rejection

In this issue:

-Coping with Job Search Rejection br>
-What is "Multitasking" and How to do it Well

How to make your resume stand out

In this issue:

-How to Hit the "Bull's Eye" with Your Resume

-The Two Most Powerful Questions You Can Ask to Build Stronger Relationships in Your Workplace

It's performance review time!

In this issue:

-How to Handle a Performance Review at Work

-Forget Goal Setting: Establish Career Checkpoints Instead

Is your mind cluttered?

In this issue:

-Techniques to Help Keep Your Mind Clear

-Searching For the Holy Grail of Work-Life Balance

10 Soft Skills Every Employee Needs to Know

In this issue:

-10 Soft Skills Every Employee Needs to Know

-So, What Did You Learn From Your Last Workplace Setback?

-The Watercooler

Stop fearing change

In this issue:

-Bullet Proof Your Job!

-Are You a Change Resister?

-The Watercooler

Avoid procrastination pitfalls

In this issue:

-5 Qualities of a True Professional

-4 Actions to Tackle Your Procrastination Pitfalls

-The Watercooler

Have you hit the wall at work?

In this issue of Innovations:

-Busting Up Career Plateaus: How to Avoid Complacency and Remain Engaged in Your Work

-What are your weaknesses? 10 tips to deal with the inevitable question

-The Watercooler

Can you lift an elephant?

In this issue:

-5 Activities to Strengthen Your Career Muscle

-10 Common Sense Interview Tips Too Many People Flub

-Add Productivity to Your Summer Vacation

Just do it already!

In this issue:

-Finding Your Own Motivation

-Being a Morning Person Might Just Be in Your Genes

Do You Really Need a Resume?

In this issue:

-Do You Really Need a Resume?

-10 Mistakes Every First-Time Job Seeker Makes

-The Watercooler

How Social Sleuthing Can Land You A Dream Job

Is your job hunt stalled because employers don't respond to your inquiries? It's time to rethink your communications strategy. Are you sending generic letters and resumes? Do you emphasize your skills and achievements? There's a better way to gain an employer's attention -- and it's easier than you may think. Here's how you can find helpful information and use it to ace every step of the job application process.

Are you listening?

The problem with listening is that when we hear someone talk, we think we are listening. This isn't true. We hear words and noise. We listen when we think about and comprehend what the other person is saying. So why is listening such a challenge? Here are three common barriers and three attractive qualities of listeners.

Following Through on Your Career Resolutions

It's easy to say you're going to ask for a raise. Earn a promotion. Find a better job. It's much, much harder to make these statements a reality. Why? Because following through on commitments requires hard work â€“ and lots of it. Like most New Year's resolutions, career goals often fall by the wayside once February hits. The daily pressures of life and work make it difficult to stay disciplined and motivated. So if you find yourself faltering, remember how much thought and effort you put into setting your career goals for 2014. Then rededicate yourself. Use these tips from PrideStaff to stick to the career resolutions you've made.

Strategies for Staying Focused

More than ever, modern workers are bedeviled by distractions and interruptions that pull us away from the key activities of our jobs. If it's not your noisy office-mates, it's the siren song of the Internet, or an overfascination with email. Proper focus requires discipline and mastery to achieve, like any other skill. This article will help you get started in your quest to wield your focus like a blade, stripping away the things that keep you from getting your work done on time and under budget.

Employers know all about you!

Your reputation during job searches comes to light--for good or bad--because of the increasing number of employers who conduct background checks. How can you protect yourself?

How to respond to common interview questions

Let's face it, when it comes to interviewing, there are some pretty standard questions everyone gets asked. Just because they are common doesn't mean they are easy.

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