Personality tests have become very popular in hiring and employee development practices. They are mainly used to find employees whose personalities align with the workplace culture. Why use them? Strengthening the Interview – A good personality assessment can help hiring managers to know which soft skills and behavioral style interview questions they should pay… Read more »
The Best Connections Come From Being YOU. A Professional Tip Brought to You by: Deacon Recruiting & Deacon Professional Services Networking can be intimidating for some. It is still a critical part of professional development. Up to 85% of positions are filled by utilizing a professional network. Although the task of connecting with strangers is daunting,… Read more »
Organization is Key! A Professional Tip Brought to You By: Deacon Recruiting & Deacon Professional Services The best way to ensure you stay on-task during your workday… prepare for it! Check your calendar and look at your tasks for the next day. Spoiler alert: if you’re not using a calendar… start now! Determine which appointments… Read more »
Tell Us What Makes You Different A Professional Tip Brought to You By: Deacon Recruiting & Deacon Professional Services One of the biggest mistakes you can make when writing your resume is to write only your job description. As an Executive Search Firm, we are always on the hunt for A-Players. If you do not… Read more »
Today, we’re going to focus on 5 ways to turn negative thoughts into positive action. You have a lot of potential – start recognizing it! You may not be built like a bodybuilder or be mistaken for a supermodel. But with positive thinking, focusing on your strengths, and self-determination you can achieve some truly amazing things…. Read more »
How to Make Your Resume Better Than the Next Guy’s A Professional Tip Brought to You By: Deacon Recruiting & Deacon Professional Services It is crucial that your resume includes industry-standard keywords. If you are a Tax Accountant, those words had better be in your resume at least once or twice. Depending on the particular… Read more »
Trust is essential when building a healthy and productive work environment. Whether you’re leading an entire department or work hand-in-hand with a just a few coworkers, it’s important to build trusting relationships. Here are several tips to help build trust with both your coworkers and your superiors: Be honest and share information completely. Be straightforward and… Read more »