New Year, New Job? Did you know that January and February are two of the best months to look for a job? According to Top Resume, most companies receive renewed budgets at the beginning of the year and have a better idea of what they can afford to hire for. If you’ve been thinking about […]
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Best of Reader’s Choice Awards Each year counties across Wisconsin set out to identify the best local spots for fun, food, entertainment, and services within the community. The Reader’s Choice Awards are an annual locally-driven contest where the public nominates and votes for their favorite businesses within the area. In 2021, ABR Employment Services has […]
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The way you present yourself at a company event can either strengthen relationships or make you the laughingstock of your company. Follow these five tips for your upcoming company holiday party: 1. Ask about the dress code. You may have all the self-confidence in the world, but you’re still attending a company function. Plan your […]
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You’ve probably heard the advice that you should ask good questions in job interviews. But what makes for a good question? Ask questions that show you’ve done your homework. Go beyond just checking out the employer’s website; for example, Google may lead you to any media coverage the company has received. Ask questions that demonstrate […]
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Jobs boards, social media and networking are three tools job searchers may use to land a new job. Today, we’re providing a roadmap for a fourth way. Marketing Yourself to Employers To help you in marketing yourself to employers we will cover: How to identify the correct person to target Approaching your target Follow up […]
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Surveys asking job seekers what they value in potential employers often rank “culture” as their #1 priority. But culture is an abstract concept. How can you better define what you are looking for in a company culture? Here are half a dozen ideas. Traditionally, corporations adopted a “command and control” model, borrowed from the military. […]
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Even if you’ve absolutely nailed your job interview, you could rule yourself out of the running if you fail to follow up with your interviewer afterwards. In order to stand out, it’s important that a thank you note or email is sent immediately after the job interview. Your follow up communication has more to it than merely […]
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What’s the first thing you should do after accepting a job from ABR between May 15th to June 30th, 2021? Tell your ABR Recruiter, Enroll me in the Stay & Pay Sign-On Bonus program! By mentioning the sign-on bonus, you’ll become eligible to receive $200 from ABR Employment Services after you work 160 hours on […]
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The majority of today’s employers perform reference checks before hiring someone. If you’ve got the right skills and experience, it would be a shame if less than stellar references were to prevent you from landing a dream job! So, how can you ensure your references shine the best possible light on you? Maintain positive relationships […]
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