The job market has become complex with the advent of technology. Even low-level blue-collar jobs require computer skills. In addition, positions that were viable a few years ago are being phased out due to advancements in technology. If you want to determine if your current job is a good long-term career you should consider these… Read More »
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A Booming Denver Economy is Only Part of the Story
The lowering unemployment rate is good news for people who live and work in Denver. This upward trend is likely to continue as new businesses open in the area and seek qualified candidates. Denver’s booming economy means more than just better jobs. It also means that the housing market is stabilizing, the hospitality industry is… Read More »
Stand Out in the Job Market and Prove Your Skills
When you are applying for a job, a resume and a cover letter may not be enough to get you noticed. Employers tend to scan resumes to find specific keywords and phrases, so they may miss the list of accomplishments you are so proud of in your resume. In addition, you may be competing against… Read More »
Denver’s Hot Job Market Impacts Real Estate
Denver’s job market has continued to improve, with a growth rate that is better than the national average. With this job growth have come other improvements to Denver’s economy, including retail sales and the real estate market. With a decrease in foreclosures and an increase in home sales, Denver has become a seller’s market. Employment… Read More »
Is Your Workplace Keeping Up with Technology?
Technology is changing rapidly, and if you want to maintain an efficient workplace, your company needs to keep up. If your organization isn’t using cloud technology, social media, and mobile to leverage efficiency, then you may not be able to preserve a competitive advantage in your market. Cloudy with a Chance of Flexibility The cloud… Read More »
Prove Your Value During a Job Interview
If you are someone who believes that ethics and integrity are essential to the workplace, then you need to be able to demonstrate these traits during a job interview. However, these characteristics aren’t always easy to prove and definitions vary among different people. How can you stand out by showing you have the type of… Read More »
New Hiring Methods to Implement in 2015
There is no better time than the New Year to look back on what hiring practices have worked well and consider new practices to implement in the coming year. Hiring is one area where there is always room to improve and try new techniques that to increase your ability to find the best candidates. Consider… Read More »
What's Coming to Denver: A Look at the Future
More good news for job seekers in Colorado. The state added 51,000 new businesses in the first half of 2014, signifying a year of sustained growth and prosperity. This is up 13 percent from the year before. In a 12-year period, the state added more than 92,000 jobs, a 4.8 percent increase over the previous… Read More »
5 Ways to Show Your Employer That You're Ready for Management
You’ve put in a few years of work at your company, you’ve done a good job, and now you feel like you are ready to take on more responsibility. Unfortunately, becoming a manager is not as easy as walking into your boss’s office and telling them that you are ready. Instead of telling them that… Read More »
ICE Audits- How To Decrease Your Risk for Penalties
Ready for Your ICE Audit? Or did that headline just make you break out into a cold sweat? Facing an audit from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are some practical steps your organization can take to help ensure your I-9 forms are in compliance —… Read More »