Career Tips
Our Core Values: Creator of Your Own Success
The idea of being your own boss and creating your own success is a tale as old as time. A simple Google search will yield countless articles and books, all designed to help the reader say goodbye to the W2 and hello to a world of “freedom.” However, for all the books and deep-dives and…
Celebrating Human Rights Day
Did you know that December 10th is Human Rights Day? I had unfortunately never heard of this day until recently. Although I have spent much of my life concerned for the welfare and well-being of others, I was a bit surprised at the relative anonymity of the occasion. As far as I could recall, we never talked about…
6 Reasons to Secure a Job in the Hospitality Industry
Did you know there are almost 2 million open hospitality jobs available in the industry right now? The hospitality business has struggled with the challenges of these past two years, but the demand for these jobs is back, and NOW is the time to get your name in the mix. Learn more about how working in the hospitality industry can be an…
Where Are Green Jobs Growing?
The world is at a tipping point on climate change, with related events affecting more than 1 in 4 organizations globally, according to the Deloitte Global 2021 Climate Check report. The public sector, consumer, and life sciences/healthcare industries are the most worried about business impacts, with more than 80% of their executives voicing apprehension about the…
Four Job Interview Tips: How to Make a Great Impression
You’ve worked with a Goodwin recruiter and got your first job interview lined up – excellent work! Rest assured that your recruiter is going to set you up for success, but in the meantime, here are four tips for reviewing whether you’re meeting your potential new employer face to face or via a video conference. Because…
Zoom Backgrounds for Interviews
Shall we meet in my bedroom? Zoom has become the most frequently used option to meet virtually, whether for family, social, or business purposes. As a company, Goodwin Recruiting had been using Zoom for candidate video interviews, client meetings, and internal video conferencing long before COVID, but the pandemic thrust its use more broadly and more deeply into our culture. And not always for the benefit of both parties….
How to Build Your Network with a Reply-Worthy Direct Message
Making the first move is a critical skill when applying for a new job or expanding your professional network. Reply-worthy direct messages are required to build your network effectively. LinkedIn can be an invaluable tool for connecting with recruiters and other professionals. After all, LinkedIn InMail senders achieve a 300% higher response rate than those…
Considering a Career Change? Three Reasons Why Now Might be the Perfect Time
If you have been considering a career move, you’re not alone. According to a recent article in Fast Company, “the majority (52%) of U.S. workers are considering a job change this year, and as many as 44% have actual plans in place to make the leap.” That’s a lot of moving and shaking! So why…
10 Tips on How to Position Yourself in Today’s Job Market
This time in 2020, millions of professionals were scrambling, trying to find jobs as a result of furloughs, layoffs, and terminations brought on by the pandemic. Oh, how things have changed! The tables have turned, presenting people not only with great employment opportunities but also a world of choices in where and how they work….
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Advance Your Career
If you follow the news, it’s impossible to miss the reports of widespread talent shortages affecting companies across the United States. While the post-pandemic talent shortage is a serious challenge for today’s employers, it is simultaneously opening doors for job seekers, shortening paths to long-term career goals, and in many cases, satisfying the desire for a different way of working and living. Eric Goodwin, President and CEO of Goodwin Recruiting, says that companies…
