How to Revive a Dead Career on Halloween

• By jhinterlong on October 31, 2011
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• Career Revival

Tip #1: Rise at the witching hour

Set yourself up for success before stepping into the office. Resist hitting the snooze button and wake up a few minutes earlier to do something you love. Run outside, cook a healthy breakfast or meditate as the sun rises; instead of feeling drained before you start the day, you will have more energy to power through it.

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Are Job Seekers Above Receiving Training?

• By jhinterlong on December 5, 2011
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If you read “Help Wanted: In Unexpected Twist, Some Skilled Jobs Go Begging,”  in the Wall Street Journal, you know that Union Pacific is having difficulty finding workers with the necessary skill sets for their open positions. But Union Pacific isn’t the only company struggling with this problem. Companies across the U.S. are willing to hire, but can’t find candidates with the right level of experience.

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How to Make Thanksgiving Work for You

• By jhinterlong on November 24, 2011
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• Career Advice

If you find yourself unemployed this Thanksgiving, don’t just gorge yourself on turkey and stuffing, make the holiday work for you by implementing these four tips.

Tip #1: Don’t forget about your family

If you’re on the job market, chances are you’ll be asked how your search is going and why you haven’t found a job yet when you’re attending endless family gatherings. The automatic response is to fire back with a defensive comment that could potentially offend the other person. Instead, use the opportunity to explain your situation and expand upon your career goals. Don’t assume that they already know you’re in the job search – ask about who they know and how they can assist you. If they don’t know you need help, they can’t help you!

Tip #2: Fall back on your network

Use the down time during the holiday to get in touch with an acquaintance or a professional associate from your past. Whether it’s a phone call, a quick e-mail or a “Happy Thanksgiving” card, a personalized message goes a long way. Mention that you’re searching for a new job and would appreciate any advice that he/she can offer. By occasionally touching base with your network, you are ensuring that your name is at the forefront of their mind.

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Undercover Boss

• By admin on July 18, 2011
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• Finance

With kids and a company under my wing, I don’t have much time to watch TV. But, I did catch an episode of Undercover Boss, a documentary-like show where a high level executive goes undercover as a staff employee in order to get a first-hand glimpse of the organization.

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A Great Accomplishment

• By admin on July 18, 2011
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• Awards

I am very proud to announce that LaSalle Network was just named the “Top Five Best Staffing Firms to Work For” by Staffing Industry Analysts, the global advisor on contingent work.

This is a huge honor to be recognized by the staffing industry’s leading analyst and I am very proud of every LaSalle employee for contributing to this award.

When I started LaSalle in 1998, I made it a priority to put my employee’s first. I had previously worked in multiple companies where I didn’t feel appreciated or recognized, and I never wanted my staff to feel like this.

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The Art of Over-Communicating

• By admin on July 18, 2011
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• Finance

I recently read a blog that stated “recruiters over communicating with hiring managers” was a sign that a supplier is not acting in the clients’ best interest.

I highly disagree with this statement. Over-communicating, especially in the staffing industry, elicits strong relationships, trust, and success.

In order to build this trust and give your clients what they want, you must know the ins-and-outs of your clients: their business model, management philosophy, company culture, etc. It may take an extra phone call or meeting to learn this crucial information, but you can never obtain too much knowledge about what type of candidate would be a good fit.

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