Perception. To business, it’s everything. You build a brand that’s consistent and compelling. To customers, your website and social media presence is flawless. Revenue is increasing exponentially. You’re doing something right, and you look great, until … … an unhappy employee takes to the internet. There are two sides to a successful company—internal and external. For longevity in your industry, […]
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Texas’ Labor Market: Hot In Time for Summer!
As we in Dallas head into the summer months, it’s not just the temperatures that are rising. The Texas economy and labor market are On. Fire. The May 2015 Texas Labor Market Review and The Dallas-Fort Worth Area Economic Summary were just released and are full of good news for the Texas economy. Some notable statistics: Dallas metro area, including […]
Read moreCompany Culture: Do You Know It and Are You Living It?
Whether you are an employer, an employee or a customer, you know the value of company culture. It is the “glue,” that intangible “feel” of a company that is one of the most important, if not THE most important, assets that drives a company’s success. A company’s culture is the only truly exclusive identifier. Products, strategies and techniques can be […]
Read moreA Day in the Life of a Recruiter
Recruiters can be a tremendous asset in a candidate’s job search. However, we all know it can be frustrating to work with a recruiter given the lack of communication that occurs at times. While a recruiter is working with you, they are also working with at least 20 or 30 other people at the same time. Being a good recruiter requires […]
Read moreHiring Now: Excellent Return to Work or Career Change Opportunity
When I started Mom Corps Dallas, it was my mission to make a difference in the lives of women. I felt very strongly that I wanted to be able to provide women in all phases of their lives and careers with opportunities that would be enriching and fulfilling while affording them that elusive work/life balance. Although it isn’t possible for […]
Read moreNot Your Mom’s Human Resources
We see it every day. The role of human resources is evolving. In the past 5 years, we have seen the colossal shift from “personnel” to “human resources” to “strategic partner.” Today’s Human Resources is no longer just a function of filling jobs, compensation, managing benefits and complying with employment laws. HR is being tasked with developing strategies to improve […]
Read moreYou Can Never Make a Second First Impression!
We are constantly making first impressions in our personal and professional lives. We make them when meeting new friends, at school events, social events, for business and most importantly when interviewing for a job! Unfortunately, we have no control over someone’s first impression when meeting us. However, we can do some things to help with first impressions at a job […]
Read moreGentlemen, We’ve Got Your Backs
Pssst, we’ve got a secret. Mom Corps isn’t just for Moms. In fact, it’s not just for women. We at Mom Corps are invested in fabulous client partners and candidates of all genders. So we think it’s high time that we discuss the fact that in the world of work/life balance, men have it tough, too. Although men aren’t as vocal […]
Read moreThe 2015 Job Market: Partying Like It’s 1999
If you are … ahem … of a certain age, you are undoubtedly hearing Prince ringing in your head right about now. Indeed, it’s time to party like it’s 1999, because the job market certainly is! Job growth in 2014 hit 1999 levels – a 15-year high. So what’s ahead for 2015? More of the same. Consider these things: • Economists […]
Read moreHoliday Job Hunting
Have you made your list and checked it twice? This time of the year has most of us oversubscribed. While we are thankful for the time we have with our families and the celebrations that take place, it is a very busy, and at times, stressful part of the year. With that being said, it might not seem like a […]
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