Simply Hired Blog tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-594169 2009-11-04T14:13:28-08:00 Job Search Advice & Company News TypePad Simply Spooky tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d8341caa1053ef0120a654242b970b 2009-11-04T14:13:28-08:00 2009-11-04T14:13:28-08:00 Simply Hired had quite a great time at our annual Halloween party last week. The office was decked out, we had plenty of food to munch on including bat wings (jerk chicken wings), deviled eggs, dirty toenails (Cajun pumpkin seeds), and dirt (chocolate fudge parfait), and of course, there were... Simply Hired

Simply Hired had quite a great time at our annual Halloween party last week. The office was decked out, we had plenty of food to munch on including bat wings (jerk chicken wings), deviled eggs, dirty toenails (Cajun pumpkin seeds), and dirt (chocolate fudge parfait), and of course, there were plenty of games!

The Simply Hired employees came to the party dressed to impress in all sorts of costumes. Attendees included Duck Duck Goose, Michael Jackson, a T-bone steak, Russell from Pixar’s Up, a Simply Hired International cowboy, and Simply Prime - the most powerful Transformer of them all (who actually transformed). Anyone not dressed up was provided with a costume - scarecrows stuffed with hay.

 

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Hope you had a Happy Halloween!

 http://blog.simplyhired.com/2009/11/simply-spooky.html Revamped Employer Resources Section tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d8341caa1053ef0120a6a68fb5970c 2009-11-03T18:11:00-08:00 2009-11-03T18:11:00-08:00 Simply Hired is announcing the launch of our new and improved Resources section for employers. This Resources section (http://www.simplyhired.com/resources) provides valuable tools and updated information for employers to improve their job listing visibility and more effectively recruit qualified candidates online. This starter set of the new resources section includes: SEO... Simply Hired

Simply Hired is announcing the launch of our new and improved Resources section for employers. This Resources section (http://www.simplyhired.com/resources) provides valuable tools and updated information for employers to improve their job listing visibility and more effectively recruit qualified candidates online.

This starter set of the new resources section includes:

  1. SEO and Social Media Guide - This guide shows you ways in which you can get your jobs more visibility on search engines and social media sites. The recommendations in this guide apply both to Simply Hired’s JobRank as well as broadly to general search engines like Google.
  2. Made Simple series - Not sure what PPC stands for (or means)? Want to know how social media can play a part in your recruitment strategy? These tools go into detail about topics such as these and why they matter.
  3. Upcoming webinars - Simply Hired presents a number of educational webinars each month that explain the importance of a social media strategy and how to get your jobs on thousands of sites across the Web.

We will post fresh content into this resource on an ongoing basis. Suggestions for new content are welcomed. Comment below!

 http://blog.simplyhired.com/2009/11/revamped-employer-resources-section.html Maintaining Your Career Expertise tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d8341caa1053ef0120a64ca989970b 2009-11-02T17:11:48-08:00 2009-11-02T17:11:48-08:00 Employers today are facing an increasingly difficult market. Consumers are becoming more cost-conscious while maintaining high standards, competition both domestically and abroad has increased, and new technology is constantly being created. Because of this, employers need to hire employees that go above and beyond the job requirements of a given... Simply Hired

Employers today are facing an increasingly difficult market. Consumers are becoming more cost-conscious while maintaining high standards, competition both domestically and abroad has increased, and new technology is constantly being created. Because of this, employers need to hire employees that go above and beyond the job requirements of a given position. Employers now must find someone who can perform well in a position at this point in time and who will continually stay up-to-date with the newest technologies and best practices in their field so that their skills do not become passé. In short, job seekers must become experts in their field and actively maintain that expertise to keep up with the changing times.

Ideas in which you can continue your ongoing education about the latest and greatest in your field include:

  • Classes at local colleges and universities, for credit or auditing
  • Online courses
  • Educational summits
  • Training programs
  • Online webinars
  • Conferences or conventions in your field

Augmenting your resume’s Education section with the classes and sessions you attend shows employers that you are learning the day’s best practices and are constantly updating your skill set. Then, you will not only be essential to employers now but you will continue to be valuable moving forward.

 http://blog.simplyhired.com/2009/11/maintaining-your-career-expertise.html The Interview Questions that Haunt You tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d8341caa1053ef0120a6974348970c 2009-10-30T14:59:14-07:00 2009-10-30T14:59:38-07:00 In honor of Halloween, we’re going to focus on possibly the most frightful part of the job search process: the interview. Similar to sitting through a horror movie, interviews may induce heavy breathing, uncontrollable sweating, and flashbacks to moments that make you cringe. To help you prepare, here is a... Simply Hired
In honor of Halloween, we’re going to focus on possibly the most frightful part of the job search process: the interview. Similar to sitting through a horror movie, interviews may induce heavy breathing, uncontrollable sweating, and flashbacks to moments that make you cringe.

To help you prepare, here is a list of some of the common questions that an HR Manager may ask you during an interview.

  1. Tell me about yourself.
  2. Why did you leave your last job (or why are you planning to)?
  3. What are you looking for in a new job?
  4. Why do you want to work here?
  5. What relevant experience do you have?
  6. What would your previous coworkers/manager say about you?
  7. What motivates you?
  8. What are your strengths?
  9. What are you weaknesses?
  10. What are your salary requirements?
  11. Tell me about a time you… implemented an idea, had to deal with a difficult customer, came up with a successful solution to a problem, etc.
  12. What is your greatest accomplishment?
  13. How well do you work under pressure?
  14. How well do you work on a team?
  15. Why should I hire you?
 
Arriving with answers prepared for these questions will transform your interview from a fright into a delight!

Happy Halloween!
 http://blog.simplyhired.com/2009/10/the-interview-questions-that-haunt-you.html Top 15 Best and Worst Places for Job Seekers – August tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00d8341caa1053ef0120a6111f8a970b 2009-10-22T16:04:11-07:00 2009-11-06T13:16:07-08:00 Simply Hired just released data on the best and worst metro areas for job seekers from August. This data is based on the number of job seekers for each unique job in metro areas around the U.S. Top 5 Best Metro Areas for Job Seekers Burlington - Plattsburgh – 1... Simply Hired <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><p>Simply Hired just released data on the best and worst metro areas for job seekers from August. This data is based on the number of job seekers for each unique job in metro areas around the U.S. </p> <p><strong><br></strong></p> <p><strong>Top 5 Best Metro Areas for Job Seekers</strong></p> <ol> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Burlington%2C+VT" target="_blank">Burlington</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Plattsburgh%2C+NY" target="_blank">Plattsburgh</a> – 1 unique job for every 3 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-El+Paso%2C+TX" target="_blank">El Paso</a> (Las Cruces) – 1 unique job for every 3 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Paducah%2C+KY" target="_blank">Paducah</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Cape+Girardeau%2C+MO" target="_blank">Cape Girardeau</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Harrisburg%2C+IL" target="_blank">Harrisburg</a> – 1 unique job for every 3 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Omaha%2C+NE" target="_blank">Omaha</a>&nbsp; – 1 unique job for every 5 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Washington%2C+DC" target="_blank">Washington, DC</a> – 1 unique job for every 5 job seekers</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;<strong><br></strong></p> <p><strong>Top 5 Worst Metro Areas for Job Seekers</strong></p> <ol> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Youngstown%2C+OH" target="_blank">Youngstown</a> – 1 unique job for every 52 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Fresno%2C+CA" target="_blank">Fresno</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Visalia%2C+CA" target="_blank">Visalia</a> – 1 unique job for every 51 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Detroit%2C+MI" target="_blank">Detroit</a> – 1 unique job for every 40 job seekers </li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Harlingen%2C+TX" target="_blank">Harlingen</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Weslaco%2C+TX" target="_blank">Weslaco</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Brownsville%2C+TX" target="_blank">Brownsville</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-McAllen%2C+TX" target="_blank">McAllen</a> – 1 unique job for every 40 job seekers</li> <li><a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Miami%2C+FL" target="_blank">Miami</a> - <a href="http://www.simplyhired.com/a/local-jobs/city/l-Fort+Lauderdale%2C+FL" target="_blank">Fort Lauderdale</a> – 1 unique job for every 30 job seekers</li> </ol> <br><p style="text-align: left;">To view the full lists of the top 15 best and worst metro areas for job seekers, click the images below.&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br> </p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> <object codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" id="doc_228158433233820" name="doc_228158433233820" classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" align="middle" width="100%" height="500"> <param name="movie" value="http://d1.scribdassets.com/ScribdViewer.swf?document_id=22038506&access_key=key-q5zfkbibiuueag2esfa&page=1&version=1&viewMode=list"> <param name="quality" value="high"> <param name="play" value="true"> <param name="loop" value="true"> <param name="scale" value="showall"> <param name="wmode" value="opaque"> <param name="devicefont" value="false"> <param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff"> <param name="menu" value="true"> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"> <param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"> <param name="salign" value=""> <param name="mode" value="list"> <embed src="http://d1.scribdassets.com/ScribdViewer.swf?document_id=22038506&access_key=key-q5zfkbibiuueag2esfa&page=1&version=1&viewMode=list" quality="high" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" play="true" loop="true" scale="showall" wmode="opaque" devicefont="false" bgcolor="#ffffff" name="doc_228158433233820_object" menu="true" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" salign="" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" mode="list" align="middle" width="100%" height="500"> </object></div><p> </p></div> http://blog.simplyhired.com/2009/10/top-15-best-and-worst-places-for-job-seekers-august.html