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Need Help Networking for a Marketing Career? Use These 3 Tools

Raza Rauf on July 5, 2016

Networking is a vital part of a marketing career, no matter the years of experience the candidate has. Those who do not network will find it difficult to obtain new job opportunities throughout their careers. Smart marketing candidates have cast a wide net to reel in the best career opportunities, using technology to their advantage.

Networking does not have to bog you down, nor take up a ton of your time. It is something that can be done a couple hours per month or more, if you feel the need. Just remember one thing: Networking makes all the difference throughout the life of your career. If you need to improve your marketing career, use the three tools discussed in this article.

Spiceworks 7.0: Free Mobile Device Management

One of the most recommended networking tools out there today is the Spiceworks 7.0. This is a free mobile device management system that lets you take it wherever you go. It is perfect for the marketing professional who is always on the go, traveling from city to city for events and gigs hosted by their employer or employer’s clients. This software allows you to manage the smartphones and tablets of employees around the world. If an issue ever arises with their devices, the software will allow you to fix that issue without having the device in hand.

GlassWire Network Monitor

GlassWire Network Monitor is another free network tool that many professionals use today to help their marketing career. The software provides a graph for you to view that shows the activity of your network as well as the apps being used by computers on your network. The program keeps a log of network activity for up to 30 days at a time. If malware or other suspicious activity is detected, GlassWire will monitor the activity and send the user alerts.

Netwrix Account Lockout Examiner

What is more frustrating than getting locked out of an account? It’s so hard remembering all the different login names and passwords one has for their variety of social media accounts, personal accounts, work accounts and more. This is a free tool that every marketing professional should have on their devices. The software allows you to troubleshoot locked accounts after receiving an alert from Netwrix.

If you are having trouble networking in your marketing career, then it is time to make a change. There are plenty of free networking tools out there today that can help anyone in the marketing field take charge. Give one or all three discussed today a try. And if you still need help finding a new marketing career, click to browse our open positions today!

Hiring Fair – Sylvania

Raza Rauf on June 29, 2016

Hiring Fair!

Wednesday, July 6th 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

East Toledo Family Center 1020 Varland Toledo OH 43605

Entry level position in Rossford, $8.10/hr, 1st & 2nd shifts

Forklift positions, Perrysburg, Rossford & Toledo, $10.00-$12.00/hr, 1st & 2nd shifts

We also have the following needs:

Production Workers Fabricator

Assembly Injection Mold

Janitorial/Housekeeping Welder/Fabricator

Call Center Overhead Crane

CNC Operator Customer Service

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must have a high school diploma or GED

We do require that you have a work history within the past year

Please bring 2 valid forms of ID with you

Not able to make it to the Job Fair but would like to be considered for a job opening?

You can go to our website at www.advancestaffingsolutions.com and apply online.

5 Tips for Using LinkedIn to Catch a Recruiter’s Eye

Raza Rauf on June 24, 2016

There’s a reason why over 433 million users call LinkedIn home. With new members signing up at the rate of two per second, the platform has grown to be the largest professional network in the world. Therefore, if you want to get a head start in your career, you will want to establish a strong presence on LinkedIn. In this way, you can attract the attention of recruiters at the biggest and best companies in your industry.

Follow these five tips to stand out on LinkedIn and catch a recruiter’s eye for a job opportunity.

Start with an effective profile picture.

Science has shown that people make their first impression of others based on what they see. Therefore, if you want to stand out to recruiters you’ll need to have an outstanding profile picture. Get a friend to assist you with taking a nice headshot that shows you in a professional light wearing business attire, standing in front of a plain background. Use the same photo across all your social networks for more branded presence.

Write a clear and concise headline.

Make sure that your headline says who you are directly and indicates that you are open for work opportunities. For example, you may want to say something like ‘15 year sales professional looking for opportunities’. Keep it simple but direct. Why is this important? Recruiters often do a keyword search, and if they look for words like ‘sales’ or ‘opportunities’ they will come across your profile faster.

Share only industry-relevant career information.

Many people go about using LinkedIn like it’s an online resume. But this is not the right way to do things. Instead, what you want to do is highlight your career achievements and then list the relevant careers that you’ve held under this role. Avoid aging yourself by only listing careers or jobs that you had in the last 10 to 12 years.

Include links to your blogs and portfolio.

The most effective way to use LinkedIn is to show off your work. If you have a blog make sure that you have the RSS feed connected to your LinkedIn to automatically show your most recent posts. If you have an online portfolio of published works such as articles, books, or graphics make sure that you have a link to this as well.

Get connected with all the career networks including recruitment groups.

With 90 percent of recruiters using LinkedIn as a primary source of candidates, your best chance of getting noticed is to participate in career groups, those run by staffing agencies, and recruitment search communities. Make sure that you share relevant content at least once per week to stay on their radar. Respond quickly to messages that you receive from recruiters.

Need more help with your job search, or catching a recruiter’s eye on LinkedIn? Contact Advance Staffing Solutions today!

Stop Badmouthing the Competition in Interviews!

Raza Rauf on June 14, 2016

It’s natural for human beings to be competitive. But when it comes to her career some tactfulness can go a long way. This is especially true when it comes to job interviews. Although it can be tempting to say something negative about a former co-worker or company that you work for, it is never a good idea to start badmouthing the competition. Saying something negative during an interview is certainly a no-no. Why? It shows a lack of maturity and could potentially drag things out. Why should you avoid saying negative things about a co-worker or colleague when you have a job interview?

Why should you avoid saying negative things about a co-worker or colleague when you have a job interview? Consider these facts.

It makes you look like a finger-pointer.

In the business world, there are far too many people that become defensive and start pointing fingers at others and blame them, instead of taking responsibility. You do not want to be one of these people. If you talk negatively in an interview, you automatically send up a red flag that you’re somebody who’s not a team player, and instead always look out for yourself.

It can make a negative impression of you.

Unconsciously, when you speak badly of others these feelings and negative attitudes are automatically transferred to you. It’s a psychological phenomenal that’s called spontaneous trait transference. It’s the way people form impressions of each other, so if you are saying negative things, you can bet the listener is forming a negative impression of you.

It concerns the hiring manager if you were to say bad things about them, too.

The quickest way to fail in an interview is to start talking poorly about your former boss or the employer that you work for. In the mind of the hiring manager, it sets up a worry that when you are faced with interviewing with another company in the future you’ll do the same. So whether you’ve had a positive or negative experience with your current or former employer, keep it to yourself.

How can you avoid saying negative things about the competition in an interview? The best course of action is to turn a negative experience into a positive opportunity for your career. Say something like, ‘I was arriving early to accomplish extra work and while my employer didn’t notice it was able to achieve more in my job’. See the difference? The next time you are in an interview think before you speak and you will fare much better.

Need help in your job search? Let the staffing experts at Advance Staffing Solutions help you ace your next interview and land a new job in Michigan or Ohio today!

Don’t Want to Lose Your Job? Then Don’t Make These Social Media Mistakes

Raza Rauf on June 10, 2016

Nearly everyone and their grandmother has a social media account today. It’s been estimated that people spend up to four hours per day checking in on their social networks. Job seekers are especially mindful of their social networks because they are continuously connecting with recruiters and hiring companies. However, they may accidentally do some things that will hurt their chances of getting hired.

Here are some mistakes that you’ll want to watch out for when using social media.

Potentially offensive posts.
Statuses or updates on your social media profile about a co-worker, vulgar lyrics or quotes, or your political views could potentially offend someone. Take these types of posts off of your social media profiles while you search for work.
Unprofessional photos.
If you’re using your personal social media profile , you’ll want to remove any unprofessional photos of yourself and your friends.
The appearance of stalking.
It can be tempting to start checking out the social media profiles of human resource representatives of the companies you want to work for, however, this can make people uncomfortable if they consistently see you viewing their profile or “liking” their status, without a professional connection.
Any negative posts about your employer.
Just as you shouldn’t badmouth an employer during an interview, you certainly don’t want to put those negative thoughts on your social media profiles. Writing something nasty about a co-worker or your boss can feel like a temporary relief of a grievance, it will not look well to a recruiter.
Any content that dates you.
While they don’t mean to, recruiters can sometimes have unconscious biases when it comes to job seekers. They may review a social profile and guess a person’s age from the content that is presented, and if you seem out-of-date because of your content, you will lessen your likelihood of getting hired.
A profile that is new or has few connections.
If you are brand new to social networking, that’s one thing, but if you create a profile specifically to be found online, you can throw off a recruiter who is wise to this tactic.
An account that does not allow messaging.
Want recruiters to contact you? Your profile settings need to be enabled so that the recruiter can send you a message about a job lead or contact you for further inquiries.

Take the time to review your social network profiles and clean them up for a successful job search. And if you need job search advice or assistance, contact the experts at Advance Staffing Solutions!

Monroe Branch Conducting Interviews June 8th

Raza Rauf on June 3, 2016

Advance Staffing is accepting applications and conducting Interviews with Staffing Specialists

Wednesday, June 8^th 10am-3pm

35 E Front St

Monroe, MI 48161

734-457-0056

www.advancestaffingsolutions.com

Available positions in the following areas:

Monroe
Carleton
Dundee
Temperance
Milan
Tecumseh
Blissfield

Industrial positions include:

Press Operators/Production Workers $9-10/hr
Forklift Drivers $10-11/hr
Packaging Specialists $11/hr
Machine Operators $12-14/hr
General Laborers $9-11/hr
Industrial Cleaners $11/hr
Industrial Painter $14-15/hr

Clerical positions include:

AP/AR Assistant/ Office Clerk, $13-15/hr
Administrative Assistant, $14-15/hr
HR Assistant $14/hr
Customer Service Representative $15/hr

Qualified candidates must meet the following in order to apply:

Over 18 years of age
High School Diploma/GED
Verifiable work history within past 12 months

Please bring an updated resume, 2 valid forms of ID (Driver’s License OR State ID AND Social Security Card OR Birth Certificate).

If you’d like to minimize the time spent in our office or if you cannot make it for our Open Registration, you may pre-apply online by visiting our website at: (Click Apply Now, Select Monroe, MI office).

You will be contacted by one of our Staffing Specialist shortly after submitting your application.

Are You Working Too Much? Here Are Some Telltale Signs

Raza Rauf on June 2, 2016

Has it occurred to you that you might be working too much? You may have the nagging feeling that you are starting to get burned out or just not as enthusiastic about your job as you used to be. It’s not uncommon for people to feel this way, especially if they’ve been on the job for a number of years. On top of that, a lot of people are overwhelmed by the extra duties that they’ve been tasked with as a result of recession layoffs.

It’s never a good idea to feel like this for very long. Something has to give. Here’s how to determine if you are working too much, and what steps you need to take to regain work-life balance.

Examine your work habits

Are you the kind of person who typically takes on extra projects or works extra hours to get the job done? If so, then you might be a workaholic. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can contribute to a loss of productivity over time from being overwhelmed. Also, consider some of your other habits such as how you manage your time and projects. Do you have a good system? Or do you simply take on things as they are thrown at you? Your work habits can dictate how well you are able to handle work and priorities. It may be time to come up with a better system.

Check your health

Do you often experience colds or feelings of being run down? Or perhaps you feel stressed a lot? These can be the telltale signs that you are working too much and that you need to find a better way of handling things. Consider making a trip to your doctor’s office to rule out any medical problems that may be contributing to extra tiredness or stress. Then, schedule some much-needed time off. While you are away from the office, think about some ways that you can delegate a few tasks to others .

Think about your attitude

Are you starting to dread going to work each day? This can also be a sign that you are working too much and that you need some change. A job that is fulfilling is something that you should look forward to . If you find yourself dragging in the mornings on your way to work you might want to think about a change of career or a reduction in the work that you do . Ask your manager about bringing on a temporary employee to help you get caught up or to reallocate some of your responsibilities to another employee.

Regain work-life balance with a brand new career. Click here to browse our open positions in Michigan and Ohio today!

3 Tips for Un-Complicating Your Job Search

Raza Rauf on May 25, 2016

Is your job search starting to get you very stressed out? Are you overwhelmed by all the different things that you need to keep track of and do in order to get a job? You are not alone. Many people feel frustrated over the job search process – particularly if it takes months to land even one interview.

However, there are some things you can do to streamline and simplify things so that you are staying on track and making the best use of your time. Here are some ways to un-complicate your job search.

1. Decide what type of job you want.

Believe it or not this can be a very difficult thing for some people. This is especially true if you had put certain types of jobs in the past and you think that you can only do those types of jobs. But what you need to understand is that you have a broad gamut of skills that would be valuable to a potential employer. Take the time to participate in a few career personality tests which can be taken online and identify the top-three career choices for your particular talents.

2. Clean up your image.

Some people think you should start with your resume but we think that you should start with your public profiles. 95 percent of all recruiters are looking through candidate profiles on their social networks before they even pick up the phone to call them for an interview. Make sure that you clean up your profiles, remove any questionable content, and put your best foot forward with a professional headshot photo and information about your career.

3. Work with a career coach.

You don’t have to go it alone with a job search! There are skilled professionals out there ready and willing to help you along the way. Contact your local staffing agency and find out if you can get support there for your job search. Consider hiring a certified career coach in your area of expertise to guide you along the way. Get support by joining a job network where you can learn of new job opportunities and talk to others about your journey.

The above three steps will set you on the right path in very little time at all. Be sure to check out the new job openings available at Advance Staffing Solutions, and reach out to us any time you need help with your job search — from resumes to interviews, we’re here to help you!

How to Interview Like a Professional

Raza Rauf on May 18, 2016

After weeks of sending in resumes and cover letters you finally have landed an interview. What could be more exciting? Many companies are focused on identifying the top candidates who are interested in growing in their careers and learning more.

Companies are looking to recruit candidates who are recent graduates in high-skill areas such as information technology, business, engineering, and healthcare. The competition will be tough, however. You can stand out as a candidate if you know how to effectively present yourself in an interview. You want to appear highly competent and ready to tackle the job ahead. Here’s how!

1. Know how to make a great first impression.

You only get a few seconds to make a first impression. This is particularly true with potential employers. Recruiters can be highly critical of candidates, therefore it is up to you to put your best foot forward during the interview. Remember to come prepared, look the part, smile and make great eye contact.

2. Bring your a-game.

If you want to interview like a pro, you have to think like one. The interview is your chance to shine. Make sure you have rehearsed all of the major interview questions that you anticipate. But try not to sound rehearsed. Instead come off as natural and highly interested in the prospect of working for the company.

3. Get referred.

Companies often prefer to hire candidates with proven backgrounds. Therefore, a very effective way of looking more positive in the eyes of a recruiter is to get referred by a colleague who already works there. You can find this out by checking out your social networks and asking around. Have your referral mention something positive about you to the recruiter before you arrive. And don’t forget to bring your reference letters.

4. Follow up the right way.

A true professional knows how and when to follow up after an interview. Start by dropping a handwritten thank-you note into the mail, addressed to the person who interviewed you, on your way back home. Secondly, send a nice email 24 hours later to thank the interviewer for their time. 72 hours later, follow up with a quick phone call to the recruiter to check on the status of things and to see if they have any further questions. After that, hold your responses to at least once per week unless you hear otherwise.

Need help landing an interview or finding a great new job? Browse our open positions and apply online today!

Want a New Job? Read This Today!

Raza Rauf on May 11, 2016

Are you close to landing your dream job in Detroit Michigan? Did you know that for every job advertised, recruiters generally receive upwards of three to four hundred resumes? What this means is that the odds are already stacked against you as a candidate.

However, if you take the right steps now you can gain an advantage over other candidates and land a dream job. Here are some ways to help you get a great job in Detroit.

Start with Creating a Great Social Media Presence.

Did you know that around 90 percent of recruiters regularly turn to social media to recruit talent? Many job seekers don’t realize how important their social media profiles are. But you are smarter than that. Take advantage of your social media profiles by cleaning them up, adding a professional headshot photo, and highlighting your achievements. Network with others in the Detroit area to get in front of the best hiring companies.

Develop a Resume That Gets Noticed.

Most recruiters will spend only a couple of seconds looking over resumes. That means you have nanoseconds to make a positive first impression and stand out from other candidates. Give yourself an advantage by being creative with your resume. Try a new template. Use plenty of white space and bullet points to highlight skills and achievements. Pare your resume down to one page and use an interview to provide more details about your career history. You may also want to try several online resumes where you can also add your social media links and portfolios of your work.

Join Detroit Area Career Networks.

In addition to registering with staffing agencies in the Detroit, MI area, you will also want to become involved with all the local career and business networks you can. Take the time to attend local job fairs. Spend some time at your Detroit Works center. Volunteer in the community and learn about career opportunities this way. Stay active and visual to stand out as a top candidate in Detroit.

Apply for Multiple Jobs.

Don’t limit yourself to just one or two dream jobs in Michigan. Take the time to target specific companies that you want to work for and then apply for several jobs where you have a majority of the skills. Very often, companies will hire people with a little bit less experience but those who show potential in jobs that require more responsibility. There are also a number of management training programs available with Detroit-area employers. Be open and willing to try new things by taking on temporary assignments and entry level positions that may be different for you.

Need more help finding a job? Click here to browse our open positions, or contact us today!

Accepting Applications – Monroe

Raza Rauf on May 9, 2016

Monroe branch is accepting

Applications and Interviews

Wednesday , May 11th 9:00am-1:00pm

Bring 2 valid forms of ID and a resume

Must be at least 18 years of age

Have a Diploma/GED

Verifiable work experience in the last 12 months

Plan to be in office for up to 2 hours

Positions Available:

Packaging/Press Operator, Dundee, 1^st Shift, $9/hr

Customer Service, Part-Time, Monroe, $10-12/hr

Sales, Part-Time, Monroe, $12-$15/hr

Overhead Crane Operator, Temperance, $12-15/hr

Packaging Specialists, Blissfield, 2^nd/3rd, $11/hr

Machine Operator, Milan, 1^st, $10+/hr

Office Clerk, Dundee, 1^st, $12-15/hr (prior experience working in a “shop office” preferred)

FCAW/GMAW welders, Monroe, 6am-6pm, 6pm-6am, $14/hr

General Labor, Carleton, 1^st/2^nd, $9 + OT

Press Operators/Production, Monroe, All shift, $9/hr

Floor Crew, Janitorial, 2^nd shift, $10/hr (must have valid driver’s license)

Extrusion Machine Operators, 2^nd/3^rd shifts, Monroe, $14+/hr

Welder, 1^st, Dundee, $14/hr

Production Worker, 1^st, Temperance, $9/hr

General Labor, Monroe, 1^st, $9/hr

Any questions please call 734-457-0056 or

Email monroejobs@advancestaffingsolutions.com

35 E. Front St Monroe, Mi 48161

How to Land an Entry-Level HR Career

Raza Rauf on May 4, 2016

Ready to take on the world of people management? Human resources is perhaps one of the most rewarding and challenging career paths out there today. Every day, human resource practitioners are making big decisions that impact the organizations that they work for. Human resources professionals are tasked with making sure their organizations are compliant with employment laws and updates that affect the bottom line.

If you believe you have what it takes to walk the line between employees and the best interest of the business, then here are some tips for landing an entry-level HR job.

Get the right training.

It is absolutely vital to your career in HR to get the right training and education. Enroll in an accredited Human Resource Management program through a local university or college. Human resources is an ever-changing industry, therefore it is important that you get the correct information and instruction so that you can be highly knowledgeable about this field. Consider that as an HR professional you will be tasked with ongoing learning throughout your career.

Develop your leadership skills.

Human resources professionals are more than just payroll clerks and benefits administrators. They are skilled professionals who are leaders in terms of workplace policies and improvements. Take the time to learn how to be a solid leader before you look for an entry level job, because you will be tasked with proving your worth to other leaders in the real business world.

Consider HR certification.

It is always a good idea to pursue additional training and certification in human resources. The Society for Human Resource Management has guidelines for what every HR pro should be studying.

Try recruiting as an entry point.

Recruitment can be a great way to get involved with human resource efforts. This very vital role can help you to learn quickly how to be effective managing people, understanding employment rules and regulations, and getting the most from human capital in any organization.

Accept temp-to-perm HR opportunities.

Be open to working in temp-to-perm jobs in human resources. This can fast track you into a more permanent entry or mid-level role. Staffing agencies that have recruitment and HR jobs often look for people who have potential and then put them through additional training and even college to learn more.

Looking to land an entry-level HR career? Click here to browse our open job opportunities in Michigan and Ohio, or contact us today!

Advance Staffing is accepting applications and conducting Interviews with Staffing Specialists

Wednesday, June 8th 10am-3pm

35 E Front St

Monroe, MI 48161

734-457-0056

Available positions in the following areas:

Monroe

Carleton

Dundee

Temperance

Milan

Tecumseh

Blissfield

Industrial positions include:

Press Operators/Production Workers $9-10/hr

Forklift Drivers $10-11/hr

Packaging Specialists $11/hr

Machine Operators $12-14/hr

General Laborers $9-11/hr

Industrial Cleaners $11/hr

Industrial Painter $14-15/hr

Clerical positions include:

AP/AR Assistant/ Office Clerk, $13-15/hr

Administrative Assistant, $14-15/hr

HR Assistant $14/hr

Customer Service Representative $15/hr

Qualified candidates must meet the following in order to apply:

Over 18 years of age

High School Diploma/GED

Verifiable work history within past 12 months

Please bring an updated resume, 2 valid forms of ID (Driver’s License OR State ID AND Social Security Card OR Birth Certificate).

If you’d like to minimize the time spent in our office or if you cannot make it for our Open Registration, you may pre-apply online by visiting our website at: (Click Apply Now, Select Monroe, MI office).

You will be contacted by one of our Staffing Specialist shortly after submitting your application.

COMPANY

Wednesday, June 8^th 10am-3pm