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 [...]
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 [...]
As we head into the fall and the job market inevitably awakes from its August slumber, put your best foot forward. That means you have to seriously consider how you have positioned yourself in the job market and tweak as necessary. Consider: Linkedin profile. This could be one of the most [...]
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 [...]
When you are unemployed, time can pass as quickly as a summer storm or as slowly as fifth grade math class. Depends on the day, the hour, the minute. This market is not moving as fast as it once had, which means that there can be significant downtime between positions. That is not an excuse to [...]
Employers are in a conundrum regarding hiring today, in this market. Many believe they are in an enviable position with relatively high unemployment rates…until they have an open job that they can’t seem to fill. Part of it is paralysis by analysis due to the flood of candidates on the market [...]