Archive for May 2012
Three Years After Recession a Long-Tail Emerges
As Tolstoy famously said, “The strongest of all warriors are these two – time and patience.” On the tail end of fighting through the longest recession in the memories of most alive today, time has brought about many changes. In the first quarter of 2009, more than 2 million jobs disappeared. On March 6, 2009,…
Read MoreThank You Note
Post Interview Tip: It’s simple, quick, leaves a lasting impression and makes a significant difference in who gets an offer of employment. Research indicates that only 20% of candidates who have been on an interview follow up with a thank you note. Where are the other 80% of job seekers missing the boat? You have…
Read MoreAs Job Market Improves, Candidates Notice
In the depths of the recession, as unemployment rates were rising and everyone knew someone who was being affected, “It’s better than no job at all” became a common refrain across the factory floors and offices of America. While it was a poor retention strategy, it was a worse recruiting strategy and now, with the…
Read MoreAs Job Market Improves, Candidates Notice
In the depths of the recession, as unemployment rates were rising and everyone knew someone who was being affected, “It’s better than no job at all” became a common refrain across the factory floors and offices of America. While it was a poor retention strategy, it was a worse recruiting strategy and now, with the…
Read MoreDentist Contract Negotiations – Compensation Considerations
When preparing to negotiate compensation with a practice, it is important to understand the various options. W-2 or 1099?Be sure you know the difference. Practices like to pay their associates as independent contractors in order to avoid paying employment taxes. But, in order to actually qualify as an independent contractor, you must meet several criteria.…
Read MoreFive Things to Consider Before and After Writing a Cover Letter
BEFORE:1. SpecificityResearch the practice to which you are applying. Address the doctors, staff, or hiring authority by name. If possible, at some point in your letter you could even mention what you know about this particular practice’s environment that appeals to you professionally as a potential employee. 2. ConfidenceWho are you and why are you…
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