A jolt of excitement hits when a LinkedIn message pops up from a healthcare recruiter. Or you see your dream job on a job board and meet all the qualifications. But when you realize you have no clue what healthcare company these opportunities are with, you might hesitate. In an age of information, where every… Read more »
Category: Career and Job Search Tips
Is Your Social Media Image Killing your Healthcare Career?
It’s no secret that LinkedIn is a hotspot for recruiting and networking, even for frontline workers in healthcare. And if used correctly, even Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter can become an asset to those looking to strengthen their professional reputation. However, if used incorrectly, these platforms can stall the career of even the most talented healthcare… Read more »
Will a Professional Mentor Actually Help Your Healthcare Career?
Countless studies found that professionals with mentors earn higher salaries and are more satisfied with their jobs. And yet, only 37% of professionals say they have a mentor. Whether you take advantage of a formal mentorship program or seek out a mentor on your own, here are some reasons why your healthcare management career will… Read more »
7 Strategies for Better Hiring Decisions
Few things will improve the quality of your life more than learning how to make high-quality decisions. The average adult makes an exhausting 35,000 decisions per day. Decisions range from the unimportant (Should I schedule these interviews before or after lunch?) to the critically important (Do I hire this candidate?). The consequences of important decisions… Read more »
The Power of Resilience
Resilience. It’s one of the secrets to survival, both professionally and personally. It is what has gotten you to where you are, and it’s what will help define who you will become. Looking back at some of the toughest situations you’ve endured, you may have felt there was no other choice. It was a natural… Read more »
5 Reasons Candidates Should Always Ask Questions in an Interview
“So, do you have any questions for me?” This question can make even the most confident candidate nervous, and unfortunately produce the occasional “deer in the headlights” reaction. As a candidate, you might think that if you ask too many questions, you’ll come across as annoying or even clueless. But that couldn’t be farther from… Read more »
How to Know When You’re on Thin Ice at Work
Scott Samuels, CEO of Horizon Hospitality, was quoted in The Wall Street Journal People who perform poorly in certain tasks often aren’t aware of their shortcomings, but there are signs if you learn how to look for them It starts with an uneasy feeling: You’re left out of meetings you used to attend. The boss… Read more »
Where Do You Go (in Your Career Search) When You Don’t Know Where to Go?
As a hospitality professional, you know there are many opportunities in the industry. Getting a little expert advice can help you make smarter career decisions – whether you’re looking for your first management position, changing industries, juggling offers or hoping to relocate to a highly desirable location. You may have questions like: Which opportunity is… Read more »
Thinking about Career Relocation? Here’s What You Must Consider
Relocating for your career and be exciting and often lucrative. But what factors must you consider before making the move? It’s rare to be offered a relocation package in this industry unless you are very high up the corporate ladder. Assuming that the venture will be on your dime, here are some things to think… Read more »
Why Recruitment Process Outsourcing Could Be the Best Solution for Your Hiring Needs
As an operator of a restaurant, hotel or resort, you know how often you are pulled in many different directions. With all the moving parts associated with keeping your business running successfully, hiring could easily drop to the bottom of your list. It really shouldn’t. People are your most important asset. It doesn’t make sense… Read more »