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It’s hard to predict exactly what hiring managers seek during job interviews. Still, there are certain red flags that just about all employers look for when seeking new workers. Keep reading to discover six red flags sure to impact your odds of landing the job. 1. Lack of Understanding You don’t have to be an… Read more »
From bossy micromanagers to incompetent leaders, bad bosses are all too common. However, that doesn’t mean you need to dust off your resume and start scrolling the listings on Monster.ca. There are steps you can take as an employee to improve even the worst office problems. Here are HCR Personnel’s top tips for dealing with… Read more »
The night before an interview, candidates are often tempted to sit back, watch some TV, and take it easy. While there’s value in relaxing before a big day, there are also some steps job candidates need to take the night before an interview to boost their odds of landing the position. Here are some tips… Read more »
Landing a machine operator job is no easy feat. The best positions are highly competitive, with numerous candidates throwing their hats in the ring. If you want to secure your dream job, you need to find ways of standing out from the crowd. Here are some of HCR’s tips for writing a machine operator resume… Read more »
Anyone who has had to work under a toxic manager will tell you that it can take all the joy out of work days. These are the leaders whose departments have high turnover and low morale. Yes, they can increase productivity in the short-term, but the effect they have on long-term success can be devastating…. Read more »
Woody Allen once said: “Eighty percent of success is showing up.” Funny, but true! Although an employee’s experience and education are invaluable to a company, employers are increasingly looking at other factors — called work ethics — to describe their outstanding workers. And showing up, which includes being at work on time, coming to work… Read more »
Finding a job is challenging under any circumstances. But it can be especially tricky if you’re a first-time job seeker. You don’t know how to look, where to look, or what to expect. You haven’t had time to develop the necessary connections to aid you in your search, so you feel alone and overwhelmed. Here… Read more »
Ever heard the expression “actions speak louder than words?” Well, there’s a lot of truth to this saying, especially in the workplace. Your body language is a key part of your communication style and can greatly affect how others perceive you – both personally and professionally. Whether you’re seeking a new job or striving to… Read more »
Are you constantly late? Are you always rushing out the door? Is it a constant battle for you to get to work on time? You don’t want to be late, everyone knows that, even your employer. But chronic lateness can get your fired! Being late now and then understandable, but if you’re always sneaking past… Read more »
We’ve all met them. In every workplace, there’s always that one co-worker who just can’t stop him or herself from annoying everyone around them. Maybe they always want to chit-chat about their personal life, which inevitably distracts you and your other co-workers. Or perhaps they constantly complain about their daily tasks, or gossip about other… Read more »