How to Make the Most of Networking Events

Although many people have a natural affinity for networking – we are talking about the extroverts who thrive on social interaction – many professionals see networking as self-inflating, brown-nosing, and just plain disingenuous. But in today’s world, networking is a must. It is a necessity. Research shows that professional networks lead to more job opportunities…

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Hiring a NEW Manager

You need to hire a manager. The stakes are high. This individual needs to be capable of balancing a budget, communicating with senior management, and leading a team – and they need to be able to do it from day one. But what if both your leading outside hire and your internal star player have…

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Houston Maintains Slow Job Growth

Heading into Q4, Houston continues to face economic uncertainty. But we’ve been here before – for the fifth time in 35 years, in fact. Oil has slipped below $40 per barrel. The energy industry has cut exploration and training budgets, laid off workers, and eliminated everything from travel to office supplies. Concerns about a repeat…

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Hiring in The Mortgage and Title Industry

The hiring trends in the mortgage and title industry have been consistent with supply and demand. The amount of job opportunities mirror the economic downturn and the industry is becoming a game of Musical Chairs – Companies are taking the best talent instead of creating more opportunities. We were eager to take an inside look…

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How to Close an Interview

Have you ever walked out of a job interview asking yourself, “Did I get the job?” You probably did everything right. You shook the hiring manager’s hand, you thanked him or her for their time, and you remembered to ask for a business card. Great work! But, were you confident that you got the job?…

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