With 2015 quickly approaching, we’ve been looking back on the past year and reminiscing. We are also looking ahead towards the new year and thefuture looks bright. Hiring trends are on the rise in 2015. About 60% of employers expect to increase hiring next year, according to a survey published by Dice Holdings. The top five states with…
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In today’s world, professional networking is a necessity. Whether you network to get a new job, advance your career, obtain referrals, or just to meet new people, the need to interact and connect with others is important. Many of us like the idea of networking more than networking itself. In other words, it’s common nature…
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Stop! – Don’t give notice quite yet. Read this article first to get help writing your resignation letter. In today’s hyper connective world integrity is everything and just like momma taught you, it’s never wise to burn bridges. Here are some sample resignation letters and resignation tips to ensure you come out smelling like a…
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“Because Detroit is a baby tech community, we are helping to build a diverse IT community from the ground up. People from different backgrounds, cities, upbringings are able to get started, and land IT Jobs here.” – Erika Carlson It’s no secret that Detroit is becoming a hot scene for IT development and IT jobs…
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Brightwing and New Horizons are teaming up to help you market your IT skills. Join us for a day of FREE workshops that are sure to make you stand out from the crowd! Are you looking for a job in IT? Have you taken courses to further your experience? Brightwing and New Horizons are working together to…
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Hands down the most difficult interview questions: “Do you have any questions for me?”. If this interview question gives you the “deer in headlights” look, you have definitely landed on the right blog post. Asking questions at the end of an interview is not only for your employer to check your research, but asking your…
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New year, new job? Friend of Brightwing and beauty guru, Rachel Weiland, has created a makeup tutorial that is packed with interview tips. Her company, Glow of Grace, has makeup tutorials for every occasion from bridal to holiday parties and has helped us out by creating a makeup tutorial for female interviewees. First impressions in…
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Let’s get one thing straight: change is good – even if your mom, significant other or anyone else (yes, even your self-doubt) thinks otherwise. Whether you’re unhappy in your job or just plain bored, it’s probably time for a change. Unfortunately, many put off much-needed change simply because they don’t know where to begin. When it comes to…
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What happens when you have vast knowledge and work experience but no degree? There are a few different ways of looking at this hurdle, but thinking that you can’t get a great position without a degree shouldn’t be one of them. In general, many large companies require a bachelor’s degree. Because of the volume of resumes they…
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It’s that time of year for Spring Cleaning! A lot of people think of Spring Cleaning is just for their house but did you ever think about taking a look at your resume? Recently, Brightwing hosted a Resume Workshop. It was a great success and the attendees’ reviews from it were very positive. Here are…
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