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Why It’s Harder To Get Noticed By Recruiters

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on December 19, 2023

Ready For Take-Off: 5 Strategies To Accelerate Your Career In 2024

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on December 13, 2023

Tired Of Having To Sell Yourself To Land A New Job? Try This Instead

Written by Orville Lynch, Jr. on December 12, 2023

3 Ways To Deal With Bad Boss Energy In Your Career

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 25, 2023

The number one reason employees complain about their jobs and eventually say, “Take this job and shove it,” is because of an abusive boss. A SHRM study found that bad bosses cost companies $223 billion dollars in turnover between 2014 and 2019. Instead of seeking advice, asking for input or showing humility, bad bosses are notorious for […]

Should Recruiting Be Removed from HR?

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 22, 2023

alent acquisition (TA) has been a core component of HR for decades, but the relationship isn't always mutually beneficial. Some TA professionals believe housing recruiting and hiring within HR has been a grievous mistake, due to the essential differences between the roles, while others argue that more holistic integration—not separation—is the solution to any dysfunction […]

Why Graduates Are Struggling To Land Jobs And What To Do About It

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 22, 2023

The graduation parties have ended, the traditional post-graduation rest period has passed and colleges are back in session for the 2023-2024 school year. Yet, many graduates of the class of 2023 have still not landed their dream jobs. Many have impressive and very expensive degrees, so why the problem? There is a common stereotype that […]

Four Key Questions To Ask In A Job Interview

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 21, 2023

A job interview is a two-way street. Your focus is to nail the interview and get the job. This means being well prepared before the date. The best questions to ask during a job interview often depend on the role and the company. Still, they should provide insight into the organization’s culture, expectations and the […]

Busting The 4 Biggest Job Search Myths

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 19, 2023

There are a lot of fear-mongering articles out there designed to scare you into thinking the hiring system is rigged. While it is by no means perfect, the system is there to help both sides of the coin find success in new roles. One of the most common myths I see as a former recruiter […]

What Next Year’s College Graduates Are Looking for in an Employer

By Orville Lynch, Jr. on September 14, 2023

The Class of 2024 is entering its last year of college, and the soon-to-be graduates will be looking at prospective employers. A new report from Handshake, based on a survey of 1,148 students, offers a glimpse into the concerns and interests of these students as they begin their careers. Artificial Intelligence A higher percentage of students […]

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