Category: Job Seekers

Explaining Employment Gaps

Employment gaps occur when you have more than a month or two in between jobs. Some people like to make a big deal out of them, but in reality, they are often just an indication that life happens.   The trick is to know how to explain them, so they don’t work against

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Do Temp Workers Receive Benefits? Yes They DO!

In previous posts, we talked about when you should and shouldn’t take a temp job.   One of the most common reasons people give for turning down a temp job is the lack of benefits. It’s a valid reason: employer-based healthcare and paid holidays are hard to turn down.   At Energi

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The Job Seeker’s Resolution Guide

As the year and the decade has come to an end, it’s time to start thinking about the opportunities that the new year can bring.   For job seekers, it can mean starting a new job, transitioning into a new industry, or going after that promotion.   Are you looking to

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Want a Job but Lack Experience? Here’s What You Do

You need the experience to get a job, but you can’t get a job without experience. Next to getting a credit card without a credit history, it’s one of life’s most frustrating phases.   Your ability to get a job even without experience doesn’t require you to force your way through.

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Should You Take a Seasonal Job?

Seasonal employment is commonly associated with retail, but we know that many industries – from agriculture to manufacturing – all depend on seasonal/temporary staff to help during predictable busy seasons.   Temporary work is a staple of the American economy, and it comes with both advantages and disadvantages for workers, no

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How to Be the Temp They Want to Hire

With so many qualified candidates currently vying for jobs, many employers prefer to use temporary employees to test out candidates and find the perfect match for the position. Temp-to-hire jobs come with some risk, but they also provide access to new opportunities and excellent jobs. They give both you and

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