Starting a new job can be daunting. Not only are you working in an unfamiliar place with people you don’t know, but you’re also trying to impress your new employer. The thing about first impressions is that you only get one.

Wouldn’t it make life so much easier if you had a trusted advisor in your back pocket to help answer all of your career questions?

You’re living the dream! You’ve received job offers from two really great companies and you don’t know which one to pick.

For the 26,125 registered medical cannabis cardholders in Hawaii, many questions remain unanswered with regard to medical marijuana use and employment.

It’s the catch-22 that plagues almost every person on a serious job hunt: “I need experience to get a job, but how can I get experience if no one will hire me?”

You’ve seen dozens of ads for them and heard about them through the grapevine, but what exactly is a staffing company and how does a staffing company work?

These days, everybody is looking to find their dream job. Maybe you’ve just graduated with a shiny new diploma and are eager to put it to use, or maybe you are ready to test the waters of this job seeker’s market.

The company you’ve been eyeing finally has a dream opening and you are convinced you’re the perfect fit. You upload your resume, hit send, and the waiting game begins.

Name, check. Education, check. Experience, check. Many jobseekers mistakenly treat their LinkedIn profile as an online resume. And in some ways, it is.

Your resume is your first point of contact with a company and the ideal opportunity to highlight why you would be a perfect fit for a position.

Picture this: you’re in the middle of a job interview, and you’re nailing all the predictable questions

After five years of boring spreadsheets, mundane calls, and countless days watching the clock till 5:00pm, you’ve had it—you’re done with this job and are ready to start over in a more exciting field.

Always wanted an office job but lack the right experience or education? Increase your chances of landing your dream career by learning the skills you really need to work in an office.

So you’re thinking of going to a job fair. Smart move—job fairs can be incredibly useful when you’re looking for your next position.

You’ve probably heard of the “freshman 15,” but as an adult, you may be more familiar with the “office 15.” It strikes those of us with sedentary jobs.

We all know how to dress when it comes to office interviews, but what if your interview is for an industrial, blue-collar job? What do you wear then?

When it comes to your job, you show up to the office on time, remember everyone’s name, and you’re the only person who actually refills the coffee pot. So when it’s time for a promotion, why did Helen get it instead?

Two weeks ago you had a great interview with your dream company. You nailed every question, even the one meant to throw you off. They said they’d be in touch but then…crickets.

Whether you’re new to the workforce or looking to make your next big career move, no one particularly loves looking for a job. Searching, applying, interviewing—whew! Job hunting is exhausting.

School teaches you a lot of things like what year the Declaration of Independence was signed and how to multiply fractions—knowledge that may help you in a round of trivia, but doesn’t always prepare you for life in the working world.

You finally did it—you found the job of your dreams, nailed the interview, and got an amazing job offer. But before you slap your two weeks’ notice on your boss’ desk, make sure you do these six things to ensure a smooth transition out.

Are you someone who loves to travel and see new places? Do you love to meet new people? One resourceful ALTRES employee recently shared with us how she was able to fund her travels across the globe. Her secret? Temporary work!

Awkward interview moments are bound to happen. But with a little preparation, humility, and humor, you can turn any situation into a positive one.

One of your first interview questions will most likely be regarding your previous employment.

Finding a new—and hopefully perfect—job can be tiring.

Have you ever posted something on a social media platform and woke up the next day regretting it?

Congratulations recent college graduates! You’ve earned your degree, now it’s time to enter the real world.

While some people have their entire career mapped out until retirement, others can’t see to the end of the day.

Congratulations—you got a job offer! Before you sign your name on the dotted line, ask yourself what the position will mean for you and your career.

Starting a new job is daunting— working in an unfamiliar place with people you don’t know, on top of trying to impress your new employer.

One of the simplest interview questions can also be one of the trickiest.

It’s Sunday evening and you’re already dreading the thought of showing up to work tomorrow. But maybe it’s not just a case of the Monday blues.

Landing a job is no easy task, especially if you’ve been out of the workforce for a stretch of time.

With Hawaii’s unemployment rate at its lowest point in over a decade, jobseekers currently have the upper hand in finding work—that means it’s easier than ever to follow your passion.

You’ve breezed through your interview, answering all the questions the hiring manager threw at you with confidence, but wait—your interview isn’t over yet.

Professional development is essential for your career and sense of personal accomplishment. But if your company isn’t offering opportunities for growth, how can you gain new skills on your own?

First impressions happen long before an actual job interview. In fact, an email conversation is probably the first interaction you’ll have with a prospective employer.

Applying your natural talents for professional and financial gain is key to finding fulfillment and success in life. But how?

Unlike traditional interview questions or situational questions, behavioral questions require jobseekers to do more than just rely on canned responses.

Jobseekers are often wary about working with a staffing company and many only use them as a last resort.

According to Gallup, 59 percent of Americans are not satisfied with the amount of money they earn.

Salary negotiation is one of the trickiest parts of being a jobseeker. Ask for too much and you may not get an offer; too little and you end up with less than you deserve.

The only person that you can rely on making a lasting investment in your career is yourself. Not your boss, not your coworkers, and definitely not a corporation.

The question “what is your greatest weakness?” is as much beloved by those conducting job interviews as it is hated by jobseekers.

When you’re on the hunt for a new job, temporary employment might not be your first option.

As the holiday season rolls in, it’s common for jobseekers to get discouraged about finding a new job by the end of the year.

Every year employees dread the performance review. While many employees go through the process, not everyone uses it to their advantage.

Nothing makes you that guy in the office more than your lunch being the reason a concerned coworker called the hazmat team and had the entire building evacuated.

You’re a champion. You just nailed an interview for a great job you’ve fallen in love with. Way to go! Next comes the reference check. You did prepare your job references, right?

Looking for a job can often seem like a game of chance.

Whether you are walking through the doors for an interview or just looking for an application, don’t overlook the importance of the front office staff.

When applying for a new job, your interviewer will inevitably ask you, “So tell me about yourself.”

Searching for the right job is never a quick or easy process—it takes time and effort to find exactly what you are looking for. The same can be said for companies looking to hire the best candidates.

Hunting for a new job can often feel as if you’re navigating unchartered waters.

It seems a universal law that the vacation you had meticulously planned and anticipated for months no sooner begins than comes to an end.

Employers want to hire and work with individuals who show a high level of professionalism in the workplace.

Writing cover letters probably isn’t on your list of favorite things to do and crafting a flawless one is no easy task.

You’ve probably come across a lot of questionable advice during your search for a job.

Salaries are typically considered a hush-hush topic in the workplace and rarely do companies offer transparency about what they pay their employees.

An administrative assistant is often the first point of contact for a company’s customers and plays an important role in keeping an office organized and running smoothly.

The healthcare industry is a big and sometimes scary world to navigate alone.

When looking for a job, an elevator speech is a must-have. An elevator speech is a clear, brief personal introduction to yourself that you give to others.

Many jobseekers completely dismiss the idea of accepting a temporary job. However, jobseekers need to start looking at temporary work opportunities as just that: an opportunity.

Job hunting is just for the unemployed, right? Wrong.

Whether you’re moving on to a new position or getting out of a bad one, quitting your job is never fun and almost always a bit awkward.

You may have heard the saying that job hunting is a job in and of itself.

You’ve been hunting for your next big opportunity for weeks, months, and maybe even longer than that.

Let’s be honest. Not many people stay at one company, in one role, for their entire life. It’s just not the way our current workforce operates.

As a jobseeker, working with a staffing company can be greatly beneficial. Staffing companies have access to positions that are not advertised elsewhere and help speed up the hiring process.

Did you know that almost 86 percent of Americans sit for an average of 9.3 hours a day? That’s more time than we spend sleeping.

Dunkin’ Donuts and CareerBuilder teamed up to find out more about coffee consumption trends in the workplace.

Job fairs can be a useful resource when you’re looking for a new position.

You’ve prepped for the interview, polished your resume, and compiled all your professional references… you’re all set to land the job, right? Not quite yet.

Research shows that the demand for IT workers will grow as much as 22 percent through 2020, so as a jobseeker in this industry, you may not be too worried about finding work.

As an engineer, you may not have a natural marketing mentality. And why would you?

It’s crucial that you have the right skills and training for the jobs that you are pursuing. But how do you get the experience you need if no one will let you through the door?

As a jobseeker, your goal in an interview is to show that you can think on your feet and possess the right skills and personality to make things happen in your new role.