Last night marked a momentous occasion for Career Development Solutions, as the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) recognized our company for outstanding contributions to workforce development at the prestigious 28th Annual Awards Ceremony held at the Marriott Hotel in Torrance.
In the realm of employment, there exists a perplexing conundrum known as the "experience paradox." It encapsulates the frustration of countless job seekers who find themselves caught in a catch-22 situation: they need experience to secure a job, yet they require a job to gain the necessary experience. This conundrum has long plagued both fresh graduates entering the workforce and seasoned professionals looking to transition into new domains. However, amidst this paradox, an opportunity arises in the form of business certifications, offering a viable solution to bridge the gap between experience and employment.
The salary negotiation process is, for a lot of people, the most stressful part of a job search. A lot of us are uncomfortable asking for more money than the initial offer and sometimes we don’t even know how much more to ask for or what else we can ask for. The Idea Coach Pat Miller talked to career coach Kolby Goodman about how candidates can best prepare themselves for this difficult conversation in this episode from The Interview “How to Negotiate Your Salary.”
What is the STAR job interview method? This behavior-based interview question format is highly recommended by hiring managers as a way for job candidates to show their interviewer their strengths and problem-solving skills. The STAR interviewing method can help candidates make a great first impression and show their interviewer how they would fit into the position they are applying for. Pat Miller, The Idea Coach, spoke with CEO and Founder of In Your FACE Learning David Scurlock about how candidates can be STARS in their job interviews.⭐
What do hiring managers look for in applicants? What are they thinking during your interview? It's difficult to know how to impress employers and what they are looking for in their next employee. Luckily, Pat Miller from The Interview spoke with hiring manager Shelly Dretzka from aHRrow about how applicants can stand out in the application and interview process.