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Should I stop searching for a job during the holidays?   This is a question that I get from a lot of clients.    Yes, hiring does come to a halt in mid-December and doesn’t pick back up until mid-January, but it’s a fantastic time to get a lot of applications out there.    When hiring begins again with renewed enthusiasm in January, you must have your application package in front of as many hiring managers as possible.    Once hiring starts up again, it can move very quickly.   With a bit of dedication over the break, you can get ahead of other job seekers, many of whom don’t apply to that many jobs over the holidays (or at least, far fewer than they intended to).    (But be sure to enjoy the holidays as well; take that rest, relaxation, and family time when you can get it.)

Don't repeat my rookie recruiter mistake. If you're even thinking about accepting a job offer, stop and read this first 👇🏻 A decade ago.. when I was a wee little Recruiter... A candidate of mine received an offer. He let me know about a non-refundable quite long vacation he was set to take with his family. The trip sounded incredible. I let my client (the hiring company) know the good news. The candidate wanted to accept the offer.. but he wanted to disclose the fact that he had a vacation he was going to take, already in the books (smart, ALWAYS disclose during offer stage). This was a non-negotiable for him, and would determine whether he was to accept or not. The company was so excited about him, and said "Of course, that is not a problem." We had this documentation in WORDS only. A week before his vacation, he reminded his now, current employer of his vacation.. They claimed they never approved this. He took it anyway... it did not end well. Key takeaways here: Always, always, get your approvals for vacation in writing. Companies often get excited, and totally forget they approved it. Either you, or your Recruiter need to get this approval in writing. If your Recruiter is any good, they should take care of this for you, but make sure they send the documentation to you as well. We all know what the turnover is like in the Recruitment world, so protect yourself. Pro tip- If a company wants you to cancel a pre-planned vacation before accepting their job offer, decline the job offer. This should be the courting honeymoon stage. If they are already being a nightmare, imagine what it will be like to work for them. No job is that serious, that they can't survive without you for a pre-planned vacation. Even the President takes vacation. Agree? Recruiters/Candidates- Any experience with this? PS. Repost this ♻️ for others too! You have no idea how many times deals blow up over the pre-planned vacations, as well as start dates. Spread the word, not everyone knows this.

Recruiter- When can you start? Candidate-Well, I have a scheduled vacation coming up in 2 weeks, then I want to give notice so I don't risk not getting paid for that vacation, then I have to give them 4 weeks notice. Recruiter-This is a great opportunity, try to shorten the notice to 2 weeks (I know you will be giving 2 weeks and will try to take 2 more weeks vacation before starting the new job) Candidate-We'll see, I owe the company a lot, I want to end on good terms What is the point of this post? Not to vent about something that happens regularly, no, not what I am trying to get at. I used to be that guy, that guy that lived for the weekend and vacation. Work on not being that guy, get a job that you can be excited to go back to while on vacation. Try working with a recruiter, doesn't even need to be me or my team. There are some amazing ones out there; Chaim Solomon, Naftuly (Tuli) Kraus, Daniel Alpert, Shloime Glicksman, just to name a few. Find your passion in your career!

Job searching over the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful or overwhelming. In fact, it shouldn’t be. Here are some quick do’s 👇🏾 🔑 Get clear on your career goals + the roles that are worth your time and energy. 🔑 Set aside realistic time to dedicate to your job search so you’re ready come January. 🔑 Decide if you want to DIY it or get help from a career coach you trust. 🔑 Enjoy your holidays with your loved ones. All in all, whether you choose to pause or speed up your job search over the holidays, the most important thing is that you do what works for you.

As we approach the holiday season, some job seekers might be tempted to hit pause on their job search until the new year. However, here are some reasons why you should consider diving into new opportunities now! 🎄 🎅 Reduced Competition: Beat the rush! Beginning your job search before the holidays gives you a head start and minimizes competition. Seize the opportunity to stand out among fewer applicants. 🎁 Decision-Making Momentum: Companies are preparing for the new year, and many aim to finalize decisions, including hiring, beforehand. Be part of the hiring momentum and position yourself for quicker decision-making processes. 🛷 Proactive Approach Pays Off: Showcase your initiative and commitment! Taking a proactive stance in your job search during the holiday’s shows potential employers that you're motivated and dedicated to advancing your career. It's a chance to make a lasting impression. 🎇 Stress-Free Holiday Season: January signifies new beginnings. By starting your job search early, you position yourself to align with companies rolling out new budgets and initiatives for the upcoming year. Be part of the exciting early stages! Take the initiative, showcase your dedication, and set yourself up for success in the coming year! Abbey Greenfield | Alexis Colombini | Anastasia Stewart | Connor Morrisroe | Elena Ievleva-Demouchy | Haley Grey | Jennifer Biesiadecki | Julie Giaimo | Kaitlyn Midgley | Megan Cannon | Melissa Mejia | Robert DeGroff | Samantha Bruening | Samantha Turek

There is a very common misconception around the holidays that we shouldn’t start or continue our job searching because companies aren’t really invested right now. In reality, this time of year can be a great time to get your applications in. Below are 4 ways you can take advantage of job searching during this season: ✅ Check the posting date of the position. If the organization posted the position within the last week, they are still ACTIVELY hiring. ✅ Sometimes holidays actually allow for us to have more time to job search. Give your kids to friends or relatives for a few hours and use that time to focus on your search. ✅ Send a message to the recruiter or hiring manager after the holidays to reiterate your interest. ✅ Use this time to network! Holidays are a great opportunity to talk with people you may not have seen in years. The more people you share your goals with, the more opportunity you have for doors to open. #holidayseason #jobsearch #careeradvice #holidaytips #mostwonderfultimeoftheyear #careerdevelopment

Are you considering taking a break from your job search during the holidays? 🤔 I think you should reconsider. While relaxing and enjoying the festive season may seem tempting, you could miss out on great opportunities to land your dream job. Here are some reasons to keep looking for jobs over the holidays. ➡ Less competition: You have heard and read this everywhere; however, it is worth repeating that many job seekers assume employers are not hiring during the holidays and pause their search until the new year. There are fewer applicants for the available positions, and you have a better chance of standing out from the crowd. I couldn't find recent information on the percentage of companies that continue to hire through the holidays. The last report that I could find was from Indeed in 2021, which I know is dated, but that year it was 65%. Okay, this isn't 2021, but even if it is 40% or 50%, that is still a substantial pool of opportunities.   ➡ Holiday parties + you = more networking opportunities: You can attend online or in-person events, send holiday greetings to your contacts, and ask for referrals or introductions. You never know who might have a lead for a job opening or who can put in a good word for you. ➡ More motivation: Finding a job during the holidays can be a great way to end the year on a high note and start the new year with a fresh start. You can set yourself some realistic goals and reward yourself for your achievements. You can also use the holidays as inspiration and express your enthusiasm and gratitude. ➡ Fill your January interview schedule:  The other benefit of continuing to search through the holidays is that you can fill your interview funnel for January. You build momentum and start the year out on a positive note. That worked for me last year. I have several interviews set up for the first few weeks. While they didn't turn into offers, it provided positive motivation to continue networking to find that next lead.  So, don't let the holidays stop you from pursuing your career goals. Keep looking for jobs, and you might be surprised by the results. You might be one of the lucky ones who find a job over the holidays.  Good luck, and happy holidays! #vendormanagement #jobserach #networking #dennisgierula

I get it . . . once Thanksgiving tryptophans 🦃 have taken over its easy to check out. While the inclination to hit the brakes is natural, it's often based on a myth . . . MYTH: 𝗡𝗼 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 Businesses don’t close because the calendar is filled with national and religious holidays. People still quit, retire and move on. TRUTH: 𝗔 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗱𝗱𝘀 The reality is that many do, in fact, opt out of the job hunt during the holidays. This means the competition pool is smaller – making it easier for those in the game to stand out. 𝘞𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥𝘯'𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦? Read more holiday job search myths and truths: https://bit.ly/3uEJdui #VFR #resumewriter #resumeupgrade #resumetips #resumestrategy #resumeservices #jobseekers #jobsearch #jobsearchtips #careeradvice #careersearch #linkedin #linkedinresume #careerstory #linkedin #linkedinresume #resume #resumes #coverletter #coverletters #coverletterwriting #careerchange #coverletterdesign #coverletterhelp #coverlettertips #resumedesign #careerchange #linkedintips

Living A Life That Matters Ready or not, some day it will all come to an end. There will be no more sunrises, no minutes, hours, or days. All the things you collected, whether treasured or forgotten, will pass to someone else. Your wealth, fame and temporal power will shrivel to irrelevance. It will not matter what you owned or what you were owed. Your grudges, resentments, frustrations and jealousies will finally disappear. So too, your hopes, ambitions, plans and to-do lists will expire. The wins and losses that once seemed so important will fade away. It won't matter where you came from or what side of the tracks you lived on at the end. It won't matter whether you were beautiful or brilliant. Even your gender and skin color will be irrelevant. So what will matter? • How will the value of your days be measured? • What will matter is not what you bought, but what you built; not what you got, but what you gave. • What will matter is not your success, but your significance. • What will matter is about what you learned as well as what you taught. • What will matter is every act of integrity, compassion, courage or sacrifice that enriched, empowered or encouraged others to emulate your example. • What will matter is not your competence, but your character. • What will matter is not how many people you knew, but how many felt good when they were around you and how you served them. • What will matter is not your memories, but the memories that live in those who loved you. • What will matter is how long you will be remembered, by whom and for what. Living a life that matters doesn't happen by accident. It's not a matter of circumstance but of choice. Choose to live a life that matters. #backgroundcheck #backgroundverificationservices #backgroundscreening #preemploymentverification #employeeonboarding #hroperations  #staffingsolutions #backgroundinvestigation #recruitment #talentacquisition #hr #humanresources #employment #backgroundverification #bgv #vendorempanelment 

Why December Might Be the Best Time to Leave Your Job As the year draws to a close, many people find themselves reflecting on the past year and contemplating the changes they want to make. If you've been feeling the urge to make a significant shift in your professional life, December might just be the perfect time. Here's why: • Year-End Reflection: December is a natural time for reflection. You have the chance to evaluate your career goals and accomplishments. Take a step back and assess whether your current job aligns with your long-term aspirations. because if not, it might be the right moment to explore new opportunities. • Setting a fresh start in the New Year: Leaving your job in December sets the stage for a fresh start in the new year. Instead of carrying any dissatisfaction or unmet aspirations into the next year, you can set the tone for a positive start to the year. • Holiday Networking Opportunities: December is filled with holiday parties, gatherings, and networking events. Expanding your network here, and having informal conversations during holiday gatherings can lead to unexpected job opportunities or valuable connections that may not be as easily accessible during other times of the year. • Stability: Especially this year, if you've been contemplating a change but hesitated due to the fear of the unknown, and the financial stability within organisations. Many companies held back this year, and after completing their end of year reviews and headcounts, they will now know their hiring plans for 2024. Reach out to them before others do! • Candidate Competition It's that time of year when I endlessly hear "I will just wait until the new year" from candidates who are in a position of wanting to leave their current roles. If you get out ahead and start applying before the end of the year, you will be in a better spot and ahead of other candidates. There is a high chance companies will push to complete the interview process even quicker! • Potential Tax Benefits: Leaving your job in December may provide certain tax advantages. Consult with a tax professional to explore potential tax benefits associated with your career transition. The decision to leave a job can be daunting to most, so it's essential to weigh the pros and cons based on your unique circumstances. December could be the best time to embark on a new and exciting chapter! Get in touch for active roles now! We are interviewing over the Christmas period and into the New Year🎄