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How Often Should You Update Your Resume?
Keeping your resume up to date is one of the most valuable career habits you can develop. Even if you’re not actively looking for a new position, maintaining an accurate and polished resume ensures you’re always ready for opportunities that may come your way, whether that’s a promotion, a networking introduction, or an unexpected job…
Read MoreHow to Run an Effective Panel Interview Without Wasting Time
When it comes to hiring, panel interviews can be one of the most efficient and insightful tools at your disposal, if done correctly. They allow multiple perspectives to assess a candidate’s skills, personality, and fit within your organization, all in one meeting. However, without proper structure, panel interviews can easily turn into an unproductive use…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You’ve Been Ghosted by a Company
The job search process can be full of hope, momentum, and anticipation, but also anxiety and uncertainty. Few things are as frustrating as feeling confident after a promising interview, only for communication to stop entirely. Unfortunately, being ghosted by a company is more common than most candidates realize. Whether you were ghosted after a job…
Read MoreProfessional Alternatives Named to Business Insider’s 2026 List of America’s Top Recruiting Firms
HOUSTON, TX / November 18, 2025 — Professional Alternatives, a leader in recruitment and staffing solutions, today announced it has been recognized by Business Insider as one of America’s Top Recruiting Firms 2025. The firm appears on the prestigious list of the top 750 U.S. recruiting firms, based on a large-scale survey of tens of…
Read MoreHow to Create a Professional Development Plan for Your Team
Professional development isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a strategy that drives engagement, retention, and long-term success. When managers take the time to create a structured professional development plan for their team, it sends a clear message: we’re invested in your growth. In return, employees often respond with stronger performance, greater loyalty, and a deeper sense…
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