When someone holds the door for you, do you grab the door in an effort to protect yourself? Or, do you walk through it, trusting that the door will not slam shut on you?

Trust is a lost art – in our profession, in general business dealings and really, in the world we live in these days. However, trust is what relationships are built on and critical in creating results that benefit our clients, applicants and team.  When you can place your trust in a recruiter and the recruiter can trust you, things happen.

These tips are simple, but can often be overlooked when a candidate is gearing up for an interview. You’ve likely spent time researching the company, practicing interview questions, and studying the job description. However, don’t let a simple oversight be the deciding factor between you and another candidate – keep these three tips in mind to further showcase your professionalism and seriousness to your potential employer.

When you think of team building, do images of NBC’s “The Office” come to mind? Perhaps you think of Michael Scott bumbling through “Diversity Day” or supporting his team through “The Dundies”. Luckily, most offices aren’t like “The Office”, and you don’t have to worry about “Diversity Day” or hearing your boss rap. In fact, team building offers countless benefits and opportunities that should improve productivity – making it an essential activity to strategic business leaders.