You’ve found a recruiter that you’re excited about working with, and you’re ready to begin your job search in full force. As you go about the process, however, you should also be taking steps to foster your professional relationship with your recruiter. Sandra Smith, Founder and President of Insight Talent Solutions, returns to LJNRadio to share her insight on how you can build trust with your recruiter and, ultimately, mak...

Finding a job on your own can be a daunting task. There may be hundreds of jobs you could be qualified for…but the company might not be the right fit. There are many benefits of using a recruiter, and Peggy Koch, Senior Staffing Manager at Key Resource Group, has over 20 years of experience as a recruiter and she’s joining the show to share the many benefits of partnering with a recruiter for your job search.

For a number of reasons, the skilled trades have taken a sizable hit in recent years, struggling to find qualified workers to fill tons of necessary positions. Craig Mech, VP of manufacturing for GSI Technologies, gives Tim Muma the lowdown on how companies in the skilled trade industries have been hurt. He discusses how education and misconceptions have played a role, and gives listeners some ways to turn this trend around...

Are you prepared for your next interview? If you are prepared, you should be cool, calm, and collected. Join host Cady Chesney and guest Hallie Crawford, founder of “Create Your Career Path” and certified career coach, as they dive into an interview checklist that provides job seekers with seven ways to prepare for their interviews.

“If you could do anything in the world without the fear of failing, what would you do?” This is a question asked by author Lynette Lewis in the description of her book, “Climbing the Ladder in Stilettos,” a go-to guide for life as a woman in the working world. Join Cady Chesney as she dives into strategies for being a successful woman in the corporate world with Lynette Lewis as guest.

The word “recruiter” often strikes either hope or dread in the hearts of job seekers – there generally is no middle ground. Whether you’ve had positive or negative experiences with recruiters in the past, you may be interested in exploring the opportunity of working with a recruiter again. Sandra Smith, Founder and President of Insight Talent Solutions, joins LJNRadio to share practical advice on how to determine if a recru...

For some job seekers, hearing the word “overqualified” during a job interview is a huge fear. Whether you’re a mature worker who is hoping to “scale back” in your career or someone who is switching industries and wants to start off in an entry-level position, understanding how to avoid the “overqualified” designation can be helpful. Jeri Hird Dutcher – National Award-winning Certified Resume Writer, and Certified Career and...

The hidden job market is the world’s worst kept secret, but many still wonder how they can effectively utilize it to find a job in today’s competitive employment atmosphere. Debra Feldman, Executive Job Search Agent at JobWhiz, knows the secret to harnessing the power of the hidden job market. Join her and host Cady Chesney as they dive into tips and strategies for effectively utilizing the hidden job market.

For a multitude of reasons, you may not have been able to finish your bachelors or post-graduate degrees. But leaving this information off of your resume could show a gap in your work history, or relevant experience that would assist you in getting a job. So what do you do? Tune in to find out from Peggy Koch, a senior staffing manager at Key Resource Group with over 15 years of experience in recruiting!

In the modern world, networking can mean a host of different things. With many outlets and options, it's important job seekers have a strategy for how they will make connections and develop relationships. Mike Perry, president of Szarka Financial Management, brings his 30 years of experience as a hiring manager to deliver the key elements of strategic networking. He tells Tim Muma how to create rapport, garner support and h...