We haven’t met a candidate who hasn’t been frustrated by the job hunting process. From trying to write the perfect resume to nailing the interview to tiptoeing around a colorful work history, looking for a job is a long and tedious process. If you’ve exhausted all your efforts and still can’t find employment, perhaps it’s… Read More »
Job hunting can be time-consuming, grueling, and lengthy. The common knowledge is that a job hunt can last about one month for every $10K in salary a job hunter is hoping to make. This is obviously a rough estimate as demographics, demand, experience, and requirements play a huge role in whether or not job offers… Read More »
Most people aren’t aware that the job market in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota is ripe for the picking. If you’re having a hard time during your job search, it may be because you aren’t looking in quite the right places. Like at an Aventure Staffing office. We caught up with Brian and Jon, two… Read More »
As we celebrate Mother’s Day this month, we wanted to write a post for those moms who have “taken a break” from work to focus on their families. When and if the time comes for the stay at home mom to return to the work force, it can often be intimidating; a big gap in… Read More »
Spring means new flowers, fresh leaves, and a new lease on life. And with a fresh crop of career fairs on the calendar, it can also mean a new job and a new career. Aventure is here to help you make the most of them and find a job where you can put down roots… Read More »
We recently had a chance to throw some questions at Steve Sothan, an Aventure Branch Manager who oversees the Norfolk and Wayne locations, to get his take on the Northeast Nebraska job market, the interview process, how to get a job, and how to achieve a work-life balance. Here are his answers on what not to… Read More »
Think temp jobs are a dead end? Think again. Temporary and contract assignments not only are a great way to increase your knowledge base—and your bank account—they also give your resume added depth and muscle for when the next perfect opportunity comes around. Know your end game. If you know what kind of job you… Read More »
We all know them: the people who seem to land every job they apply for, or the ones that handle rejection with grace and positivity that propels them into the next interview. And we know you’ve wondered: how do they do it? What’s the secret? Job-hunting can be a daunting task. It often leads to… Read More »
Everyone knows the interview helps determine a candidate’s fit not only with the position, but also with the company’s goals, culture, and climate. We also know that asking the right questions is just as important as receiving the right answers. But what are the “right” questions. Outside of the preliminary resume-based inquisition, which essentially allows… Read More »
Warm weather is finally upon us. Time to bury those dull colors and heavy fabrics for the next brutal winter. Now is the season of bright hues, fashionable hemlines, and snow-free footwear. We’re here to tell you all you need to know about being seasonable, fashionable, and professional. Of course, there’s more to a professional… Read More »