Have you ever had a hiring manager call you and ask if you’re available for a phone interview right now? Sometimes, a job interview can sneak up on you—literally. Phone interviews are commonly used by hiring managers to contact job candidates who aren’t local. But, it’s not always about location. Employers frequently use phone interviews …
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As talent wars heat up, many companies look within to figure out how to make themselves a better place to work. Some envy the tech giants who seem to have great candidates show up at their doorstep, but the truth is you don’t have to be a Google or a Facebook to have an awesome …
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When creating cover letters, a common mistake is to essentially use the same letter every time. Many applicants change nothing more than the name of the company. This is a bad idea and you can be certain that your generic letter is seen as such by those who read it. The other common mistake is …
In the office, the professional methods of communication are generally pretty clear. Pick up the phone, shoot a quick note by email, or make a visit to someone’s office. However – during the holiday season – many employees wonder “Should I send members of my management team some sort of holiday greeting card? If so, …
As I have pointed out in Headhunter” Hiring Secrets: The Rules of the Hiring Game Have Changed . . . Forever!, as well as in numerous other forums (including previous articles on this site), when the time comes to leave your current job, for whatever reason(s), there clearly is a right way to resign, i.e., …
A great restaurant is like a well-oiled machine, always running perfectly and efficiently. Each piece, like the kitchen and the wait staff, has a unique purpose. Yet each works seamlessly in conjunction with the rest to deliver the best dining experience. It’s up to the chef or restaurant manager to keep this machine functioning smoothly. …
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Management and leadership go hand in hand, one natural extension of the other. Unfortunately, in hospitality as in any other industry, many managers never realize their full leadership potential. Some do not have the authority to do so; others choose not to exercise it. They hamper their personal as well as professional growth in the …
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Unemployment remains historically high, and the ‘fiscal cliff’ has the government on edge, but the hospitality job sector is booming. According to data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the leisure and hospitality supersector has added 238,000 jobs so far in 2012, making it one of the healthiest industries in the U.S. Of course, …
