We love talking about “engaged employees” — those fabulous employees that are always going above and beyond, that take personal ownership of their work, those employees that you can’t live without. Aside from general enthusiasm for their work, it turns out that engaged employees are also healthier employees. According to a study by Gallup, engaged […]

Love is in the air this week, which got us thinking about how recruiting is a lot like dating: First impression is everything – we often give this advice to job-seekers, but the same goes for the companies. A confusing job description can drive away applicants and an interview process that drags on without end […]

Of course you have a resume, but have you ever thought about managing your resume? Managing your resume helps keep it up-to-date, tailored to the job search, and making it work for you at a moment’s notice. We’ve got a few easy tips to refresh and manage your resume. Keep a master resume document with […]

We’ve already discussed tackling the dreaded “what are your weaknesses?” question. So, it’s time talk about the flipside: communicating your strengths. Part of the reason it’s hard to talk about strengths is that it can uncomfortable to “toot your own horn.” What we’ve noticed at Mom Corps LA is that a little preparation can help […]