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Comment on The “S Word” and the Hiring Process by Desiray R.

Desiray R. — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:11:48 +0000

Great information to know about! Thanks.

Comment on “So tell me about yourself.” – STOP! THINK! It’s a tricky interview question by sk

sk — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 15:01:58 +0000

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Comment on What Massachusetts Companies are Looking for in Job Applicants by bostonhiring

bostonhiring — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:43:41 +0000

Hi Jodie,

That’s actually a great question. When an employer chooses to perform an official background check on a candidate (for whatever reason) they will reach out to a third party institution. These specialized organizations are able to provide employers with a picture of an individual’s character based on past actions and records.

Background checks can reveal information about an individual’s professional, financial, criminal, and public history. It’s important to note that the types of information desired really vary from employer to employer. Sometimes it’s as simple as education and banking history and other times it’s much more in-depth and could include everything from speeding tickets to time spent in jail, bankruptcy and employment history.

I hope this helps
Ally

Comment on What Massachusetts Companies are Looking for in Job Applicants by Jodie Mathis

Jodie Mathis — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:24:08 +0000

What is considered an official background check? Or is this the wrong forum to be asking?

Comment on The Icing on the Cake by Meg

Meg — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:45:53 +0000

Judy,
You should check out the following blog post that features an interview with one of our Directors on what MA companies are looking for in jobseekers in today’s market. Though you are in LA, I’m sure the demand is similar.

http://bostonjobsblog.com/2009/08/17/what-massachusetts-companies-are-looking-for-in-job-applicants/

Comment on What Massachusetts Companies are Looking for in Job Applicants by christian

christian — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:24:12 +0000

Very helpful! I just added this to my best of the week links on my blog: http://printedproof.com/blog/wicked-good-week-august-21/

Thanks!

Comment on The Icing on the Cake by Ellen-Rachell

Ellen-Rachell — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:41:22 +0000

Hi Judy,

That was a great idea and makes perfect sense for your creative talents and what you have to offer!

Now I just need to figure out how to apply the same principles and distinguish myself from the herd of HR/Office Management here in Los Angeles applying for the same jobs!

Comment on Dressing for the Job Interview: Men by Jobs

Jobs — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:51:53 +0000

Good article, I think it would also help to do some research on the company as they may be a casual office. But as the articles outlines its always better to be over dressed than under dressed!

Comment on Dressing for the Job Interview: Men by Courtney Porcella

Courtney Porcella — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:57:46 +0000

My advice would be to walk into an interview with your jacket closed, but feel free to unbutton it when seated. For a more casual company atmosphere, please feel free to read the post about dressing for Business Casual.

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Comment on Utilizing Social Media to Find your Next Job by lindsey

lindsey — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:19:17 +0000

very helpful thank you!