4 Things Never to Say During Your Next Job Interview

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Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience. As a result, while you’re attempting to put your best foot forward, you could wind up putting your foot in your mouth. So what are some of the worst things you can say during a job interview? Here are 4 of them: “I was fired from my last… Read more »

Do’s & Don’ts of Cover Letters for Legal Jobs

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For you, a cover letter may be an afterthought once you’ve created your resume. For employers, your cover letter could be a major factor in deciding whether or not to bring you in for an interview. As a result, writing an effective cover letter is critically important in gaining employment in Sacramento’s legal industry. Here… Read more »

Tips for Getting Great References

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Don’t think references matter? Think again. Solid references can be the “make it or break it” factor in whether you land that great job in Rancho Cordova. In fact, according to a study by the Society of Human Resources Management, 76% of those surveyed conduct reference checks for all candidates and 22% said they check… Read more »

How to Beat the Job Search Blues

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Feeling overwhelmed by your job search? If so, you’re not alone. Most job candidates feel stressed out and beat up at one time or another during their job search. And in today’s economy, it can anywhere from six to 12 months to find a new job. But rather than get discouraged, keep your chin up… Read more »

6 Tips for Turning a Temp Job into a Full-Time One

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From office workers to accountants to paralegals, the demand for temporary employees is on the rise. One reason is that employers in Sacramento – and beyond – are feeling more upbeat about their short-term prospects, however not quite confident enough to add workers to their permanent overhead. But if you’re looking for a full-time position,… Read more »

How to Prepare for a Phone Interview

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In the “good old days,” you applied for a position and, if you were qualified, you were invited into the employer’s office for an interview. Not today. As a Sacramento medical employment agency, we’re seeing more and more organizations setting up phone interviews first, as a way to screen out candidates. So what can you… Read more »

6 Tips for Transitioning from a Support Role to a Manager

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Getting promoted to a management role is a big achievement. But adapting to your new role may take some time. After all, you have a lot of new responsibilities and you’re under higher pressure to perform. What’s more is that many of the hard skills you relied on to help get you there may not… Read more »

4 Tips for Acing Your Employee Evaluation

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You just got it. The dreaded employee evaluation form. You review it and immediately feel uncertain and overwhelmed. There are so many questions about accomplishments, short-term goals, long terms goals, strengths, and weaknesses. Where do you start? First, take a deep breath and relax. As a Woodland employment agency, we can tell you that it’s… Read more »