Posts by Sherpa LLC
Now more than ever, diversity matters.
By Tania Mustafa, Talent Acquisition Expert Last week, a candidate reached out to me while preparing for an upcoming interview. She told me “This sounds like a great role, but I have a concern.” In a candidate’s market, “concerns” quickly become disinterest. While exploring the employer’s website this candidate noticed it listed leadership team bios and, except for a single female, the team was not diverse. The result? In an…
Read More3 Luke Qualities to Apply in Your Workplace
By Greg Whitesell, Marketing Director With our HQ in Charlotte in a building that sits two blocks from Bank of America Stadium and regularly sports an office full of Panther blue on Friday’s during football season – suffice it to say, our shade of blue is a bit different today. Panther great Luke Keuchly announced…
Read MoreBenefits of Contract Employment
According to a recent Marist/NPR poll, 1 in 5 American workers are now classified as contract employees. This equates to millions of individuals who earn their paychecks in roles that are suited to their specific employment needs. Without these critical resources, companies would find it extremely difficult to meet their talent demands and function efficiently.…
Read MoreResume Tips: 5 Do’s and Don’ts
Once you’ve nailed down the content and format of your resume, it’s time to to consider these 5 “Do’s” and “Don’ts”. An optimal resume is both informative and easy to read. Consider the following when drafting your resume. Let’s start with the Don’ts And now the Don’ts
Read MoreResume Tips: Content and Order
Trying to get started on your resume but not sure about what content and order to use? No worries! We’ve put together this handy list to get you off on the right path with regards to preferred structure, format, and content. Read on: Provide a complete work history for the past 10-15 years without omitting…
Read MoreTips for Closing an Interview
Considering the amount of preparation a job seeker puts in the process, closing an interview deserves to be more than an afterthought. Effective questions and a strong closing statement can help set a candidate apart. It’s clear, you should establish a strategy for closing any interview. As a part of this strategy, you will want…
Read MorePhone and Video Interview Tips
In an effort to save time and streamline hiring, more and more employers are choosing to conduct interviews via phone or video. These interviews are just as important as in-person formats and are often more challenging because candidates don’t have the advantage of giving and receiving clear visual cues. With that said, we’ve compiled some…
Read More3 Keys to Employee Retention
By Greg Whitesell, Marketing Director Employee retention is one of the most pervasive issues today’s employers must face. The average time spent at a job for employees between the ages of 25-34 (a key labor group) is 3.2 years, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Tenure and longevity have seemingly gone the way of…
Read MoreIn Person Interviews Made Simple
It goes without saying that earning an in person interview is a crucial step in the job search process. Properly preparing for this all important meeting should be a high priority when the time comes. The following guidelines will help you hone your in person interview skills:
Read MoreGettin’ Tricky with Interview Questions
No, it’s not an 80’s hit, it’s the reality of many interview questions – they are tricky by design. Why? It’s simple. Employers ask some questions with the underlying objective of exploring a candidate’s attitudes and motivations. We’ve developed a list of questions that can prove tricky if you if you don’t consider them ahead of time.…
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