It’s important to finish what you start and make the best impression possible. It could lead to the best opportunity of your life. You show the interviewer courtesy and respect. We are in a very busy world and don’t acknowledge each other’s time as frequently as we should. You have the opportunity to emphasize your […]
Get out of the stuck state and let the fear go. Here’s what you can do to overcome the fear: ❶ Understand your fear and see it as an ally. Don’t try to ignore your fear. It serves a purpose and can be a great teacher or motivator; it should not block your decisions. […]
If you hire a staffing firm that discounts their search fee: ❶ You put your company at risk. In a tight labor market, you will need to engage a staffing resource that has proven itself in the industry and performs for your company. Securing high-quality talent is critical to your company’s goals, objectives, growth, and stability. […]
How your employees feel about your company’s choices, their work contributions and others around them impacts the success of the company. With every new hire, the energy, atmosphere and culture will inevitably shift—and to what degree will determine the trajectory of your company. It only takes one bad hire: To Damage Culture Discussions around company […]
A top-notch thank you letter starts with a simple communication funnel that includes the following: AWARENESS Create an awareness about the organization, what they do, what stands out, and your understanding about the industry. Call out details! Do your research and pull keywords that they use on their website. INTEREST AND ABILITY Demonstrate your excitement […]
Our tight labor market leaves employers feeling even more concerned about their #1 worry — finding top talent. If you want to be the first to quickly attract top talent, your game plan starts here. UNDERSTAND THE MARKET The historic talent shortage continues and employers are competing with a talent pool that looks much different […]
Companies that are trying to manage their human capital are deep-diving into the subject of The Great Resignation. What can they do to ensure they are unaffected by this employee departure crisis? The answer may not be what you think. The media is blasting the airwaves telling listeners that employees are leaving due in large […]
The candidate is not the only one who needs to prepare for the interview. Employers must ask the right questions and have them prepared in advance. In addition to assessing the skills required to complete the job, interview questions must also give foresight into how a candidate would fit into the company’s culture. Here are […]
The most pressing challenge for leaders today is determining how their organizations should work in this new environment. We look to data to help us make decisions, and no matter what a leader’s feeling is about working from home versus in the office, they are bound to find some survey, graph or chart that will […]
If you’re like many people in the post-pandemic workforce, you’re giving a good deal of thought to making a career change. According to LinkedIn, 73% of the post-pandemic workforce has a new outlook on the future of their career and 51% are looking in to make a change. In this hot market, it isn’t unusual […]
Everyone loves a good story and when the story is easy to follow and is relatable, it’s not hard to keep the reader engaged; this is also true for resumes. Your resume needs to communicate a crystal clear story—succinctly and transparently. Your reader should see distinctly who you are and where your aspirations lie. Taking […]
If you’re a job seeker who submits a lot of job applications on any given day and you measure your job search effectiveness by how many jobs that you are applying for—this advice may be for you. Are you qualified? Apply for jobs that you are qualified for. This doesn’t mean that you only apply […]
Major attention to benefits is taking place in companies of all sizes; companies are honing in and fine-tuning benefit packages, particularly those who are scrambling to keep their investment in human capital intact and attract new talent. Striking the right balance with what your employees want takes research and an open and honest look at […]
If your LinkedIn feed is like ours, it has been filled with college grads celebrating all their hard work. It’s fantastic to see all of the celebrations take place in 2021 — as last year’s ceremonies were on Zoom and some were canceled completely. When the accolades have been given and the celebration is over, […]
If you are looking to balance your work and home life, you are not alone. We talk a lot about work-life balance, let’s break it down with a yearly, monthly, and weekly approach. Setting Priorities and Goals Put your priorities in order visually. Use a planner or calendar that accommodates a daily, weekly, and monthly […]
The Candidate Experience. Applicants quit their applications with popular online job boards before they finished at a high rate of 60%; possibly losing the cream-of-the-crop before they even made contact with a hiring manager. A Job Candidate’s Experience Matters. Job hunters are smart, well connected, and informed. A clunky application process is tolerated by some, […]
Located in the sun-drenched, Southern California metropolitan city of San Diego, Boutique Recruiting is headquartered and centered around job opportunities in cutting-edge businesses in life sciences, genomics, biotechnology, telecommunications, Smart City technology, software, electronics and other major innovative industries.
If there is anything that 2020 has taught us, it is the truth about being flexible and malleable. Employment decisions over the last year reflect new product requirements and skillsets, more technology, and strong employment demands, particularly in finance as interest rates remain historically low. According to the American Staffing Industry Index, December marks a 2020 high […]
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States had approximately 6.5 million job openings in August 2020. This means there is at least one that fits your needs and interests. Of course, you don’t want just any role. You need one that fits you well and can serve as a stepping stone for your career. Otherwise, […]
The success of a company greatly depends on relationships. This is especially true in the staffing industry. We have a significant number of strong relationships with employers in our field. To continually build on our success, we also have a waiting list of clients who want to work with us. This means we have endless opportunities to […]
Jobs that are not advertised make up the hidden job market. Employers may not post vacancies because they want to save on expenses related to advertising and accepting applications. Or, hiring managers might prefer to find candidates internally or through referrals. No matter the reason, gaining access to the hidden job market opens up a wealth of opportunities you otherwise would not have. In fact, some experts believe that […]
In October 2020, US employers added 638,000 jobs to the market, and the unemployment rate dropped a full percentage point to 6.9%. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones were expecting a payroll gain of 530,000 and an unemployment rate of 7.7%. The increasing number of jobs and decreasing unemployment rates imply that economic recovery still is taking place. Although the increase was lower […]
Office culture reveals a lot about how a company is run. Factors such as employee interactions, typical work hours, and whether the management team values all staff members’ opinions are among what makes up culture. Learning more about how things are done within an organization provides insight into what it’s like to work there. Gaining more in-depth information about a company […]
After advertising an open position and reviewing resumes, you’ve narrowed down your candidate pool to those you want to interview. Your next step is to determine which types of information you need to know about each candidate to hire the most qualified person. You also want to include relevant information about the organization, culture, and […]
If you’re having a challenging time at work and don’t want to be there anymore, it may be time to make a job change. You might be considering quitting but afraid things won’t work out. Or, you could be hoping things will get easier if you just wait them out. However, the longer you stay in your […]
Asking for a promotion can produce anxiety. You put yourself in a vulnerable position where your manager might not give you what you want. However, the best way to advance your career is to advocate for yourself. If you don’t ask for a promotion, you might not get one. When you’re ready to move up in […]
As a manager, you spend a significant amount of time and money hiring employees. You analyze job responsibilities, candidate attributes, required skills and experience, and other pertinent information, then create job postings based on your findings. You interview candidates over several weeks, narrow down the finalists, make an offer, and gain a new hire. However, this process typically is […]
If you’ve been working in the same career for years, it may be time for something new. You might have accomplished all you set out to do, grown beyond what initially got you interested in the field, or simply want a different challenge. Keep in mind that it’s better to try something new and learn whether it’s right […]
Employee perks are closely tied to lifestyle quality. Common perks include flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and remote work options. Employee perks enhance work-life balance. They help staff improve their physical and mental health and care for their families while getting ahead in their careers. Because workers who receive perks feel supported both inside and outside the […]
Using a college alumni network is one of the best ways to stay connected with fellow graduates and potentially land a job. Alumni networks help former students from a college, fraternity/sorority, club, or region gain information on each graduate’s career, residence, and contact information. Alumni can make contacts in a field, ask for career information […]
Social media plays a significant role within your organization. Your customers expect you to be online and available to answer questions and complaints at any time. Because your brand needs to stay connected with current and potential customers, one poorly timed or poorly worded message can have detrimental effects on your company’s reputation. This is […]
Social media plays a key part in today’s job search strategy. You gain insight into opportunities and employers that interest you and learn more about what it’s like to work for a company. You’re also able to see who works for the organization, determine whether you have a connection, and potentially gain an employee referral to increase your odds of securing […]
Picture yourself having passive candidates to talk with the next time a hard-to-fill position opens up. Imagine how much time and money you’ll save by having individuals to reach out to when the need arises. Having an available pipeline of candidates not only reduces your time to hire, but also leads to better quality candidates. […]
If you’ve been in your current role a while, you may no longer feel challenged by it. As you repeatedly perform the same responsibilities and gain more experience, you’re able to accomplish the same tasks in less time. Although this make your work easier, it also can cause you to feel complacent. Since you need to be challenged to feel engaged, it’s time to decide […]
Because of the high costs involved in hiring employees, you need to make sure you’re bringing aboard the best possible workers. One way to do this is by offering a temp-to-hire position rather than a full-time role. With a temp-to-hire position, you’re able to see how a worker performs for a set time, typically 3 to 6 months, before deciding […]
When it comes to hiring accounting employees, there’s no room for error. The cost of a bad hire can be hours of time and thousands of dollars. In order to maximize your resources, you need a solid foundation on which to base your hiring practices. This increases your odds of making the best possible hire for a greater […]
As a leader in your company, part of your job is preparing presentations for a variety of audiences.
When applying for jobs, most employers request a list of professional references. These people may play a role in whether you’re offered a job with the company you want. For this reason, be sure your list of refences is tailored to each position. Include people you recently worked closely with and can explain your qualities to the hiring manager. […]
As a hiring manager, you don’t have more than 15 seconds to scan a resume. As a result, you need to know what to look for to gain an idea of how qualified a candidate is for a position. Since you want to know more about a candidate than just their knowledge, skills, and experience, you must be […]
Giving a performance review to an employee not meeting expectations can be difficult. They may not be open to hearing what you have to say or desire to put in additional effort to change their behavior. However, you need to be honest about your team member’s performance and provide concrete ways to improve. If you don’t directly address the issues, your company will continue to be […]
After acing an interview, waiting to hear back from the hiring manager can be challenging. Although you want to be extended a job offer, you don’t want to bother the manager with multiple phone calls to see whether they made a hiring decision. Doing so typically will take you out of the running. Instead, learn when appropriate times are […]
It’s frustrating when you participate in rounds of interviews over weeks or months and aren’t offered a job. Even if you weren’t completely sold on the position, you invested a significant amount of time preparing for and participating in discussions about why you’re most qualified for the role. Although it’s acceptable to spend a limited […]
As a small business owner, you may be unsure of when an appropriate time is to bring new staff members aboard. You need to assess your workload, budget, current employees’ skills, and company goals to determine whether it makes sense to hire additional team members. The value another employee can add must justify the cost […]
If you’re enjoying your contract position and nearing the end date, you may want to consider requesting a full-time role. If you’re able to transition to a permanent position, you can remain with the teammates you like, work that keeps you engaged, and a company you feel loyal to. To begin the process of moving […]
Significantly reducing the amount of paper used in your accounting process provides a variety of advantages. Not only do you save on the amount of space needed to store documents, but your team also gains access to information at any time from any location. Plus, having your information digitized increases efficiency and security while reducing […]
There’s a significant number of informative podcasts for accountants out there. Whether you’re looking for entertainment, education, or both, you’re able to listen to what you want, when you want. Choose among podcasts hosted by working CPAs passing on their experience, financial journalists covering money and business news of the day, entrepreneurs who want to […]
As a manager, helping employees set and reach goals is a key responsibility. Creating measurable, attainable goals guides improvement in employee performance, strengthens the company, and enhances its reputation as an employer of choice. Focusing on the organization’s short- and long-term success deepens employee engagement and career success. Here are some ways to help your […]
One key to securing your next finance, accounting, or admin role is interview preparation. Taking time to consider how your skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications align with what an employer is looking for lets you demonstrate why you’re the best candidate. Finding out all you can about the company, position, and culture lets you determine […]
A staffing firm often is the best resource to use for your hiring process. The firm spends time and money sourcing, screening, interviewing, and testing candidates to determine their skills, experience, and qualifications. When you contact the staffing firm to discuss your job description, company culture, ideal candidate, and other requirements, the firm is able […]
In today’s fast-paced business world, encouraging employees to maintain work-life balance is necessary.
The increasing diversity of the U.S. population and the expansion of the global economy mean the demand for employees who speak a second language is stronger than ever.
