Employers are catching up on social media. Watch what you post more than ever! Here are tips on how to keep your social media private and appropriate for the eyes of an employer. Tip #1: Watch what you post! The best and easiest way to make sure employers see...

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“Smart people learn from their mistakes. But the real sharp ones learn from the mistakes of others.” ~Brandon Mull When was your last job search? I’m guessing that many of you may say it has been a while since you have been on the market and are in need of some...

How to hold your team accountable…. Why is it that leaders have such a tough time holding people accountable? Because it is uncomfortable. Accountability can be viewed negatively and is often avoided in order to minimize conflict.  It is difficult for both parties....

At Systems Personnel we like to thank our clients for their business. Jon has been working with this client for many years and we thanked them by serving them ice cream! Although Jon, Lynn and Naney's arms still hurt from all the ice cream they scooped, the positive...

Your cover letter is a vital part of your job search. Make the employer want to read your resume! It tells your potential boss about, not only the position you are seeking but why you are the best person for that job. Remember, you have a maximum of 20 seconds to wow...

One of the most common factors associated with a job is compensation. “How much does this position pay?” is one of the questions that we get asked the most. However, one of the most important pieces of advice I can give you is that money isn’t always everything. When...

You went through the process of submitting your resume to the ‘perfect’ job opening. What’s next? You could just wait patiently…. but most likely that won’t land you the job. Your best bet is to follow up via email. Most employers and recruiters prefer follow up via...

When did we get to be so rude?... After watching the world news recently, I thought to myself, “These commentators sound rude.” It seemed everyone on the show was talking like bossy, arrogant Americans. It dawned on me…there are two words these commentators start...

I’ve seen it happen to some of the best and most talented candidates: missing out on a great career opportunity because of a mistake made in an interview. Here’s how to avoid these common missteps and make the best impression on your next interview.  Lack of...