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  • Why Phoenix is #1 for Healthcare Jobs

    According to the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, the Valley of the Sun boasts more than 4,500 Healthcare companies, employing over 195,000 individuals. The types of healthcare institutions throughout the area include hospitals, medical centers, treatment facilities, pharmacies, and prestigious research facilities.

  • How to Leave Your Job on a Positive Note

    Just because you’re leaving your job doesn’t mean you have to end on a sour note. With a little planning and courtesy you can end your employment and still keep valuable connections.

  • Informational Interviews: 5 Easy Steps

    An informational interview is just what it sounds like. It is an informal chat with no other agenda than gathering information about a company, a specific job, or a field that you might have interest in.

  • Spring Training: The Perfect Networking Opportunity

    Spring Training is one of the most eventful seasons around the valley. Mix business with pleasure and take advantage of these games as a networking opportunity. Many companies attend games for business meetings and team building events.

  • Answering the Salary Question

    At some point in your job search you will be asked what your salary expectation is for a prospective role. Taking the time to prepare yourself for the question and fully formulating your answer can be crucial.

  • 5 Reasons Hospitality is Hot in the Valley

    The hospitality industry is everywhere in the valley, but how did a remote desert end up being such a draw for tourists? Here are a few reasons why so many people now come to stay and play in Phoenix and the opportunities it creates for employment.

  • Overcoming Fear (in Your Job Search)

    Fear is a roadblock that crops up and stops all forward progress. It’s the voice that sneaks up to tell you that you can’t do this, or that bad things might happen if you do that. It’s no surprise looking for a job is hard when fear is everywhere in your search.

  • Resume Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

    You’ve probably put together a few resumes during your career, but did you know that means you’ve probably also included one of these top errors as well?

  • How to Prepare for an Interview

    Preparing for an interview is an essential part of your job search, but it doesn’t have to be painful. You don’t have to figure out the perfect answer to every question (there are no perfect answers) and you don’t have to write and memorize a script.

  • Arizona Unemployment Numbers Show a Positive Trend

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that Arizona unemployment has once again reached a low of 5.8% according to the projected numbers for December of 2015. The last time unemployment fell to this same level was May of last year.