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How to Address Job Hopping on a Resume
Resume Tips

How to Address Job Hopping on a Resume [Video]

Subscribe to our YouTube page:  In our recruiter video tip this week, iMPact recruiter Casey Coretti shares some advice for job seekers who have had several jobs in a short amount of time, and are appearing as job hoppers to potential employers. Resume Contract jobs Permanent roles Recommendations Company description What’s important to you?  

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Conversation with an HR Manager: How to Stand out Against Other Candidates
Interviewing

Conversation with an HR Manager: How to Stand out Against Other Candidates

We talked to the HR Manager at one of our West Michigan clients about what they look for in an ideal candidate during the interview process. They’re a manufacturer providing metal processing, metal finishing, powder coating, assemblies, and supply chain management at our three facilities.  They primarily manufacture custom furniture and automotive parts.   What

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Job Search

5 Ways to Stay Positive During a Job Search

Searching for jobs is not always pleasant; and going through what can be frustrating a bit of an emotional roller coaster while applying for jobs, can have in impact on your job search and how you come across to employers both in applications and in interviews. It’s important to keep your mind focused and in

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We Asked Our Client: What Do You Look For In a Potential Candidate?
Interviewing

We Asked Our Client: What Do You Look For In a Potential Candidate?

One of the most frustrating parts of the job application and interviewing process is knowing what the hiring manager or recruiter is looking for in a candidate, or what will impress them enough during an interview to want to call you back for a second interview. We asked a few of our clients to give

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Job Application Do's and Don'ts - iMPact Recruiter Video Tip
Job Search

Job Application Do’s and Don’ts [Recruiter Video Tip]

Many job applications never make it past an initial review. iMPact’s Doug Koetsier shares insights into what job seekers can do to improve the chances of their application making it further into the application process. Create master list Education References Questions Be positive Re-read and review Job suitability Abbreviations Salary Match resume Job movement When

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Top Engineering Jobs of 2018
Career Advice

Top Engineering Jobs of 2018

One of the core areas we staff in is Engineering. Below are 7  of the top* Engineering jobs, including what type of education respondents** in each field hold as well as the national average salary.   Mechanical Engineer Average salary (nationwide): $84,190 Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically

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Job Talk: How to Negotiate a Higher Salary
Interviewing

How to Negotiate a Higher Salary [March Job Talk Webinar]

View the webinar recording here: Join us for an interactive and engaging webinar on March 28th to learn more about how to approach a salary negotiation. iMPact’s Partner Matt Peal will discuss best practices, share inside advice and take all of your questions live during this webinar. If you’re not able to attend live, no

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Why you’re Not Getting a Response to Your Facebook Job Application
Job Search

Why You’re Not Getting a Response to Your Facebook Job Application

iMPact Business Group is a staffing agency specializing in Information Technology, Engineering, Finance/Accounting, and Business Administration/Process positions. To connect with one of our professional recruiters, view our job board for all available positions, or submit your resume for consideration here.   We receive quite a few job applications via Facebook. It’s a convenient way to apply for jobs, with

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Interviewing

Ways to Research a Company Before an Interview [Recruiter Video Tip]

  Preparing for an interview is one of the most important, and sometimes overlooked aspects in the interviewing process. iMPact’s recruiter Philip Champion shares a few insights on what job seekers should do to research a company prior to an interview. Company strengths How they compare to their competition Common connections How’s their financial health

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Job Search

Recruiter Video Tip: How to Get Discovered by Recruiters on LinkedIn

One of our recruiters, Drew Kunkel, gives some helpful advice on what candidates should do if they’d like recruiters to find their profiles on LinkedIn and consider them for potential job opportunities. LinkedIn: Online resume + job portal Profile picture: Keep it professional Employment: List detailed content Connections: More = better. Target 500+ Posts: Consider

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