I’ve recently spoken with several candidates new to the NYC job market, having either just graduated or landed in Gotham. While there are many similarities with a job search throughout the country, there’s a reason that “if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere” is about our [...]
On January 3rd, I skipped into the office ready to conquer the world. I was thrilled to be back in the rhythm of my normal routine after almost 2 weeks off. My business partner, Carmela, on the other hand admitted that she needed a couple days to ease into it. The question is – how to keep these [...]
In the past few years, our team at Mettler Search has witnessed a gradual increase in our clients either working completely from home or splitting their week between home and the office. I’ve recently started to do the same so have been reading tips on how to be successful in this new [...]
When it comes to searching for a job in our tech savvy world, you might think having an updated resume on all the major job sites, as well as an active LinkedIn account, puts you ahead of the game. Unfortunately, it doesn’t. While having active profiles and updated resumes on sites like [...]
3 Smart Tips 1. Be the squeaky wheel. Many candidates over the years have demonstrated that they are uncomfortable with promoting themselves and wonder why people less qualified not only get the job they’d like but are consistently promoted. Humility will never get you on the [...]
So this is the time of year for the Holiday Party. Time to let loose with your co-workers, relax and have some fun. After all, it has been a long year and everyone worked hard. This is the one time the company is paying for you to have fun so you’re thinking ‘I am going to make the most of [...]
A potential employer is ready to make an offer for which you are heavily considering. However, before the offer is made the potential employer wants to check references. It is at this point your future employment and your judgment hinges on what others say about you. I indicate judgment because you [...]
Last week, I had lunch with a client who is caught in YES mode. It occurred to me that many employees fear losing their jobs to such a degree that they allow themselves to be inundated with additional work. This client currently employs several Mark Resources consultants to finish one [...]
2013 is behind us and 2014 is ahead, with all the optimism that a new year brings. Even if last year didn’t go as planned, you have a choice about your approach to this year. Here is a concrete suggestion with an action plan to reinvigorate your search. Dream Big. In the next week (or another [...]
These last couple of weeks have been rather eventful for Paula Deen and there are lessons here that we can all learn. To bring those few people who aren’t aware of her free fall up to speed, Paula Deen sits atop a southern comfort food empire which ranges from a cooking show to QVC products and [...]