Your friendly neighborhood recruiter advocating for the candidate experience, inclusion and diversity in the workplace.
Exactly one month ago today, I wrapped up my last day of work at NCC Group. It was a day that seemed almost unimaginable, as I bid farewell to what I once called my "dream job." The feelings of excitement and passion that had filled my days at NCC were abruptly replaced by a sinking... Continue Reading →
New month, new podcast recommendation! 🎧 In this episode of the Career Contessa | Job Search + Career Advice podcast the author of Relationships at Work and Vice President of Privacy at AT&T, Rachel B. Simon, talks about all things 𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜. I hear all the time "I'm not comfortable with networking" or "I don't know where to begin".... Continue Reading →
While I don't want to be yet another recruiter talking about the power of referrals in your job search, I can say first hand from my own career and from hiring numerous referrals — it works. It is something worth talking about! Fun fact: my last role as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at NCC Group... Continue Reading →
Time for a little reintroduction – I'm all about keeping it real, so for those who I haven't had the pleasure of meeting and for those familiar faces who have stuck around, I'm Tylir (she/her)! 👋 Most of you know me through my career as a recruiter and HR professional, but I haven't always been... Continue Reading →
Greetings, fellow job seekers and career enthusiasts! Today, I want to share a topic that has become all too relevant in my own life lately: the profound impact of choosing the right employer on your overall happiness and success in your career. As someone who has always advocated for others to "always be applying," recent... Continue Reading →
Before I step into any interview, I believe in arming myself with valuable insights that help me connect on a deeper level with the company and interview team.I do this the old fashioned way, by taking pen to paper! ✍ Sometimes writing it all out beforehand helps it stay fresh in my brain during an... Continue Reading →
When the tech layoffs hit their peak in early 2023, I was fully aware that I was not immune to being laid off. It was a very real possibility. But when I got the call " your position has been eliminated" - I was shook. This was not on my 2023 bingo card, but here... Continue Reading →
One thing I am always asked is - how do I write a good resume? Well, lucky for you we're entering the AI era of technology. I'm a firm believer that AI can be used as a tool. It's not here to replace us, but streamline and elevate our work. Personally, I hate writing a... Continue Reading →
For most of us in the industry, cybersecurity a part of our daily lives. However, I recently had an eye-opening experience somewhere I never expected that reminded me of the importance of cybersecurity for everyone. 🤔 At the end our farm's annual check-up for our livestock, my vet apologized for taking so long to write... Continue Reading →
As we enter the holy month of Ramadan, it is more important than ever for employers to recognize and support the religious and ethnic diversity of their employees. In recent years, we have seen an increase in racially charged attacks against Muslims, which can have a significant impact on their sense of safety and belonging... Continue Reading →
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