At Career Contacts, it is so important to us that our teams believe in the work we do, and how we do it. The best way to represent any brand is to truly believe you align with it, that you are doing meaningful work, and making a real difference! We invited about newest (and most junior) recruiter to write about her thoughts on how we work here at Career Contacts and are excited to share her thoughts with you on the blog today! Based on her research on what we do, and our industry as a whole, here are Rheannon’s top 5 reasons to use an employment agency: There is no charge to you as a candidate! Many are misinformed when it comes to how we assist candidates find work in their ideal fields. We are working on behalf of our clients to find them the most qualified applicants, and all costs are the responsibility of that organization. As a candidate, our services to you are of no charge and you will not pay any fees at any time. Whether you have been successfully considered for a position, are new to our agency, or a returning candidate, we will be …
How to Transition to a New Role without Burning Bridges
At Career Contacts, we are constantly supporting candidates as they transition from one company to the next. It is so important to support them in landing their dream jobs, without leaving a storm behind. We believe strongly in the power of relationships and today, our newest team member, Reena, is going to share her experience transitioning from her previous company. I have been humbled by my transition into a new role, as it has been done by creating meaningful connections rather than burning bridges. As I leave for a new role, my outgoing employer is happy for me and has also encouraged me to visit and stay in touch. My last day was very bittersweet, as I had a lot of conversations with those who I brought onto the team thanking me for giving them a chance to join the team. I took chances on people and looked for a true fit on both ends and sometimes that meant taking a chance on those who did not have as much experience as we were looking for. This whole process has reminded me why I love doing what I do and has me excited for the next chapter. When you are …
Looking for a Job after Graduation – a few ideas to get started
Starting a job search after graduation, especially during COVID is new for all of us. Breaking into your new profession or finding that dream job takes patience and determination. Here are a few ideas to get started: Identify Your Strengths & Highlight It is important that you quantify or highlight achievements on your resume as you start to apply for jobs. When starting a new career, you might have limited or no experience, that is ok and should be expected from hiring mangers. In this case, identify your transferable skills such as customer service, attention to detail, accuracy, relationship building, follow up, sales etc. These are “soft skills” but hold a lot of value for a lot of different types of positions and industries. Other items to highlight are volunteer work, school or sport leadership roles, research or internships. Update Your LinkedIn Profile Update your resume on LinkedIn, make sure it’s up to date, and let your network know that you are “seeking opportunities”. You may have a contact refer a new job opportunity to you, that you that you would not have otherwise been aware of. Also, did you know recruiters and hiring managers can see your profile and …
