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Increased Productivity (According to Neuroscience)

Nov 14, 2018
3 min

Increased Productivity (According to Neuroscience)

Author: Al Pittampalli Source: The Mission Podcasts I used to believe that being more productive meant getting more done. That my personal productivity was defined by the sheer volume of tasks that I managed to take down each day. And then one day, tired, exhausted, in a fit of rage that included heavy cursing and the belligerent kicking of stuffed animals (I happened to be in my young niece’s bedroom at the time) I experienced somewhat of an epiphany. I shouldn’t define pro

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Profiling Success: Tyler Hosac

Jul 5, 2017
2 min

Profiling Success: Tyler Hosac

The box of cookies we send to all our successfully placed candidates. Here at The Job Shop we work hard to place you in a great job, and it is always wonderful when we have a success story to share. The Job Shop was started with a unique concept in mind – provide our clients and our candidates with the respect that they deserve. We offer guarantees on every placement that we make, to ensure satisfaction both for our candidates and our clients, and Walter is a great example of

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Profiling Success: Walter Hernandez

Apr 6, 2017
2 min

Profiling Success: Walter Hernandez

The box of cookies we send to all our successfully placed candidates. Here at The Job Shop we work hard to place you in a great job, and it is always wonderful when we have a success story to share. The Job Shop was started with a unique concept in mind – provide our clients and our candidates with the respect that they deserve. We offer guarantees on every placement that we make, to ensure satisfaction both for our candidates and our clients, and Walter is a great example of

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Embracing the Growth That Failure Brings

Aug 24, 2015
2 min

Embracing the Growth That Failure Brings

With millennials making millions in the tech industry or inventing world-changing devices every Monday morning, failure can be a particularly bitter pill to swallow for young entrepreneurs. But between the challenge of finding a job in today’s economy and the entrepreneurial startup battle cry of our generation, it’s a risk many young people are taking. When you start a business the odds are against you from the get-go — and statistically, most businesses fail. If your ventur

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How Does Your Resume Compare To Homer Simpson’s?

Aug 6, 2015
1 min

How Does Your Resume Compare To Homer Simpson’s?

What do you think of when you picture Homer Simpson? Are you imagining a beer guzzling, donut eating lazybones? Well think again! Homer Simpson has actually had an impressive amount of jobs. From becoming a NASA astronaut in series 5, or a professional opera singer in series 19 – he’s a seriously talented man! He’s currently a Nuclear Safety Inspector in sector 7-G in Springfield, where he spends most of his time at the vending machines or taking a snooze at his work station.

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How to be a Brilliant Boss

Jul 27, 2015
2 min

How to be a Brilliant Boss

Being a boss isn’t an easy job, however if you want to get the most out of your staff, it’s important that they respect you and in order to achieve this you need to be the best boss you can be. When you have your employees on side, it’s not only an advantage to you, but it will benefit the whole business as staff are more driven to work hard and commit to the company, not to mention that it makes the office an all round more positive environment when people get along. So what

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5 Biggest Mistakes of Recent Grads

Jul 22, 2015
2 min

5 Biggest Mistakes of Recent Grads

For many generations, the pathway to the American dream started on a college campus. A four-year sabbatical from the real world (that many stretched into five or six years) would end with a diploma and a guarantee for higher earning power and success. Then the Great Recession of 2008 hit. The transition from college to career was no longer met with little resistance. College graduates faced a much different scenario: no one was hiring and their talent was no longer in demand.

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4 Networking Tips From An Introvert Who Launched A Startup

Jun 22, 2015
2 min

4 Networking Tips From An Introvert Who Launched A Startup

Networking: the word so many people hate with a passion and something so few people truly excel at. When I first started a business, I hated networking. I was terrified of approaching strangers who were more “important” than me to pitch myself and my business. I soon found out that if I didn’t get over these social hangups, my business would go nowhere. I had to pitch investors, customers and business partners. It took a lot of trial and error, but I finally figured it out. O

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Profiling Success: Angela Hughes

Jun 18, 2015
3 min

Profiling Success: Angela Hughes

Q: What is your name? A: Angela Hughes Q: How did you originally hear about The Job Shop? A: I found The Job Shop through a simple Google search. Q: Can you tell us a little about the permanent position you’ve been hired into? A: I am currently a Receptionist for R/GA San Francisco. In addition to being a friendly presence and face of my office, I offer support to staff in any way I can. I am extremely excited to be a part of one of the most creative and innovative design age

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Profiling Success: Johnny Calderon

Jun 15, 2015
2 min

Profiling Success: Johnny Calderon

Q: What is your name? A: Johnny Calderon Q: How did you originally hear about The Job Shop? A: A search on Google led me to them. Q: Can you tell us a little about the permanent position you’ve been hired into? A: I was hired in as Office Manager/Executive Assistant to the Founder of North of Nine Communications in San Francisco. I am very excited to be working for such a great company and working alongside great people. It’s both challenging and fun. Q: What do you think mos

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How Recruiters View LinkedIn Recommendations

Jun 4, 2015
1 min

How Recruiters View LinkedIn Recommendations

Many recruiters find LinkedIn invaluable. According to data collected in 2013, 89% of recruiters have used the professional network to fill a position. One of the things that recruiters look at on LinkedIn is the recommendations section of a prospective job candidate. Unlike the one-click skills endorsements on LinkedIn, a recommendation is a written statement of recommendation from a connection. From a recruiter’s point of view, this written statement could provide valuable

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Profiling Success: Cooper G.

Jun 1, 2015
3 min

Profiling Success: Cooper G.

Q: What is your name? A: Cooper Q: How did you originally hear about The Job Shop? A: I heard about The Job Shop through my wife. She’s an office manager for an architecture firm that uses The Job Shop for many of their hiring needs. Q: Can you tell us a little about the permanent position you’ve been hired into? A: After several months working through The Job Shop, I was officially hired by my first assignment: ARUP, an engineering consulting firm with offices world wide.

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Profiling Success: Victoria

May 27, 2015
2 min

Profiling Success: Victoria

The box of cookies we send to all our successfully placed candidates. Here at The Job Shop we work hard to place you in a great job, and it is always wonderful when we have a success story to share. The Job Shop was started with a unique concept in mind – provide our clients and our candidates with the respect that they deserve. We offer guarantees on every placement that we make, to ensure satisfaction both for our candidates and our clients, and Victoria is a great example

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3 Reasons You’re Not Getting The Promotion You Deserve!

May 21, 2015
3 min

3 Reasons You’re Not Getting The Promotion You Deserve!

It happens to the best of us. You did not get the promotion you wanted and think you deserved. This hurts, it is frustrating, but it is not a career ender. You can choose to mope and get angry, or you can learn from this experience by taking a look at yourself and the situation to figure out the reason you were skipped over. Here are three common reasons even the most talented, qualified professionals can’t get a promotion. 1. You Are Not Promoting Your Work: One of the more

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Want To Know How To Be An Excellent Public Speaker? Just Follow These 10 Tips!

May 6, 2015
1 min

Want To Know How To Be An Excellent Public Speaker? Just Follow These 10 Tips!

Anyone who has works in the business world for any length of time will eventually be asked to give a presentation or otherwise speak in front of a sizable group of people. If you think you are a terrible public speaker, or have recurring nightmares of presentations, well fear no more! The Undercover Recruiter has put together a handy list of tips to help you become the confident and competent public speaker we both know you have the potential to be! You have been told you nee

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Profiling Success: Amy Azzolina

Apr 22, 2015
2 min

Profiling Success: Amy Azzolina

Q: What is your name? A: Amy Azzolina Q: How did you originally hear about The Job Shop? A: My friend had been placed in his last two jobs through the Job Shop and he recommended them to me. Q: Can you tell us a little about the permanent position you’ve recently been hired into? Are you excited about it? A: I am a Communications Coordinator at the Wine Institute. I do media tracking and reporting, media and member relations, manage the consumer website, research and prepare

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Profiling Success: Marie L.

Apr 15, 2015
2 min

Profiling Success: Marie L.

The box of cookies we send to all our successfully placed candidates. Here at The Job Shop we work hard to place in you in a great job, and it is always wonderful when we have a success story to share. The Job Shop was started with a unique concept in mind – provide our clients and our candidates with the respect that they deserve. We offer guarantees on every placement that we make, to ensure satisfaction both for our candidates and our clients, and Georgia is a great exampl

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Profiling Success: Georgia B.

Apr 8, 2015
2 min

Profiling Success: Georgia B.

Here at The Job Shop we work hard to place in you in a great job, and it is always wonderful when we have a success story to share. The Job Shop was started with a unique concept in mind – provide our clients and our candidates with the respect that they deserve. We offer guarantees on every placement that we make, to ensure satisfaction both for our candidates and our clients, and Georgia is a great example of how that benefits everyone! Q: What is your name? A: Georgia Q: H

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