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At Reliance Staffing we specialize in matching top quality candidates with even better employers. Through our twenty years of experience we've compiled a series of resources and advice to convince an employer that you – and only you – are the perfect candidate for the position.

Hampton Roads Employment News Archives

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March 2008
February 2008

Employment & Hiring Articles

The employment marketplace is in a constant state of change, keep informed!.

1) Workers Compensation Risk Certification
2) 10 Things Recruiters Should Know About Every Candidate They Interview
3) Staffing Facts by the American Staffing Association
4) Employees Cry Out - Please Tell Me How I'm Doing
5) How to Solve Personnel Problems
6) Virginia Competes Nationally for Logistics Business
7) When Should Performance Coaching End and Termination Begin
8) Foster, Don't Ignore, Good Workers
9) Post-Interview Thank You Notes: A Ticking Time Bomb

Résumé & Cover Letter

The most important part of job hunting is simply getting your foot in the door. Two things – the cover letter and the resume – are what will determine if you get the interview or not. These tips will get you started in crafting that perfect cover letter and resume.

1) Duck and Cover 4) Be Honest
2) Quality Counts 5) Fill in the Gaps
3) Learn From Others 6) What You've Done


The Interview

You carefully crafted your resume for the most impact. Your cover letter detailed the previous experience you've had that qualifies you for the position. Now you're at the crucial stage – the interview. The following tips will help you excel at the most challenging part of job hunting.

1) Prepare
     -- includes the top 10 interview questions
6) Ask Questions
2) Be Positive 7) Don't Discuss Money
3) First Impressions Count 8) Ask for the Job
4) Be Enthusiastic 9) Take Notes
5) Emphasize your Strengths, Minimize Weakness 10) Follow Up


Internet Resources

A tremendous array of websites are available online to help in preparing your resume and excelling in interviews. These are some of our favorites.

Individual Health Insurance - Spindel Agency Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance
Virginia Labor Law Monster.com Resume Center
Career Connect Staffing Today

 

 

 




Lynn Connor
Reliance Staffing
757-873-6644
lconnor@reliancestaffing.com

Chris Mordi
BCF
757-497-4811
cmordi@bc-f.com


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