2024 HotJobs! List now available
West Michigan Works! has released its 2024 HotJobs! List, highlighting the top 100+ jobs in the region’s high-growth industries. According to the report, nearly half of the top high-demand jobs …
West Michigan Works! Releases Results of 2022 Michigan Talent Survey
West Michigan Works! released the results of its 2022 Michigan talent survey on Dec. 1, 2022. The results of the online survey are helping workforce development teams and employers better …
What to Know About LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” Feature
In 2020, LinkedIn introduced its “Open to Work” feature to help job seekers and hiring managers connect. According to the platform’s data, users who turned on “Open to Work” saw …
Walk Me Through Your Resume
If you have been interviewed before, you have most likely been asked to “Walk me through your resume.” It might seem repetitive since the interviewer has a copy of your …
Job Search Trends for 2022
The 2021 job market was challenging for both employers and job seekers as they navigated talent shortages, virtual work environments, and COVID-19 restrictions. With all the changes and disruption, it …
Professional Goals for the New Year
For many, the new year symbolizes a fresh start, a time to establish goals and feel optimistic about the upcoming year. It doesn’t matter if you are in the habit …
Get ahead of the competition with a follow-up email
Your job search is more than just creating resumes and preparing for interviews. The follow-up email is just as important. According to CareerBuilder, less than 25% of job seekers follow …
Tips for a One-Way Video Interview
Video interviews are used during all stages of the hiring process; they are more convenient and more efficient than in-person or phone interviews. A one-way video is a less common …
Tips For Choosing References
References are an important part of the hiring process. Reference checks help hiring managers better understand your skills, experience, and qualifications. They help hiring managers determine if you are a …
The Benefits of Seasonal Employment
The holiday season is the busiest time of year for retail, restaurants, delivery services and event centers. With employers are already struggling to staff their businesses, workers who can fill …