Posts Tagged: Pittsburgh Careers

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There is no “right way” to write a resume. Since you are unique so is your resume.  Make sure your resume is a reflection of what you bring to the position. If you cannot do that on your own, seek help of a Certified Professional Resume Writer. Use your resume to obtain an interview, not… Read more »

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Recruiting candidates changes widely from one open position to the next. Sometimes a position needs to be filled fast, and candidate qualifications are flexible. Sometimes only one qualification matters, and the identification of a candidate with this unique skill set can be considered a home run, even if the process takes six months. Sometimes strong recruiting requires… Read more »

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If you have recently received a job offer, congratulations! You likely faced stiff competition and stood out as a top candidate. But before you agree to anything, it’s important that you scrutinize the offer carefully and understand exactly what is (and is not) included. Below are nine features to look out for: Basic Info –… Read more »

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It’s impossible to accurately measure the impact your top employees have on your company without the aid of time management apps. But it’s safe to say their value is probably underestimated, and their influence spreads wider than you expect. A single employee can be the engine that drives productivity, efficiency, innovation, morale, and culture. And… Read more »

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Instituting policy changes can be one of the hardest parts of an administrator’s job. People are naturally averse to change, and no matter how minor or reasonable the changes you want to make may be, they will likely be viewed with suspicion, apprehension, and even hostility. If you are preparing to make changes, use three… Read more »

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As someone that makes hiring decisions, there is a natural tendency to go with what you know. You have seen what kind of candidates you’ve had success with in the past, and when it comes time to fill a vacancy, you seek out someone who fits that established mold. And while this isn’t necessarily a… Read more »

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If you love all things technical, you probably don’t have your sights set on getting an MBA or taking night courses in management. But at the same time, if you hope to move up the ladder into project management and later executive positions, you will need to know about a lot more than programming. To… Read more »

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The appeal of the “Yes Man” is obvious. Who wouldn’t want to have someone in their fold that agrees with all their opinions, praises all their decisions, and generally acts as if they can do no wrong? But as a manger, your job is producing results, not inflating your ego. If your staff has devolved… Read more »

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It’s natural, even inevitable, to have some doubts about the upcoming generation. But the simple fact is that millennials (born between the early 80s and early 2000s) will make up the bulk of your workforce soon, and are probably applying for your positions already. The good news is that much of the bluster about their… Read more »

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Like many ambitious professionals, you put in long hours, strive to complete projects on schedule and under budget, and regularly sign up to take on more responsibilities. Your hope is that this hard work will eventually lead to a promotion, better compensation, and more interesting responsibilities. And while this is certainly a great strategy to… Read more »