Relaunch Career Associates

Relaunch Featured in JobsinNH.com Newsletter

Relaunch — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 16:23:09 +0000

A must-read for anyone in the midst of a career transition who is worried that their age might negatively impact their job search. See our advice on how to handle these challenges on your resume and during an interview. Read the article at JobsinNH.com.

How to Attract & Retain Top-Tier Talent

Relaunch — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:23:40 +0000

As always, we start off the episode with upcoming career fairs and employment news. This week we turn our focus to how small businesses can improve internal practices to attract and retain the best possible candidates. Using a great article from recruiters.com as a reference, we outline strategies that can build an employers brand and enhance recruitment efforts. We then explore how leadership can revise hiring practices to avoid the dreaded HR Black Hole. Listen on WSMN.

Social Media and Email Monitoring in the Workplace

Relaunch — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:33:30 +0000

Do you know your company’s policy on internet use at work? Are your emails and social media activity subject to monitoring? Learn more about how your computer use at work can affect both you and your employer. Listen on WSMN.

Recruiting 101 with Guest Host Angela Roberge

Relaunch — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:39:43 +0000

Melissa is joined by Angela Roberge, Owner of Accurate Staffing. She gives us the inside track on what job seekers and employers need to know about working with a recruiter. Angela is also the President of the Board at The High Hopes Foundation of New Hampshire, an organization that grants wishes to children with life-challenging conditions. Listen on WSMN.

The Importance of Professional Profile Pictures & Kristin Garland Photography

Relaunch — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 20:22:47 +0000

What image does your Linkedin profile picture convey? Is your headshot an epic fail? We talk with Kristin Garland of Kristin Garland Photography about her business, balancing work and family and how to find the right photographer for your needs. As usual, we start the show with employment news and upcoming job fairs. Listen on WSMN.

Summer Employment Tips for Teens & A Recent Chemistry Graduate

Relaunch — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 19:22:15 +0000

The difficult job market has had an impact on teens looking for temporary or part-time work. We explore what opportunities do exist and how to capitalize on them. We are joined by Jake Thunstrom, a recent UNH graduate with a BS in Chemistry seeking his first professional position. Listen to the show on WSMN 1590.

Interested in the Career Center of Lowell job fairs we mentioned on the show today? Go to: Visiting Angels and Lowell Spinners

Career Transition Advice for Older Workers

Relaunch — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:19:42 +0000

We highlight the attributes that make older workers great employees and review CNN’s list of Best Jobs if you are over 50 and Transitioning. In the current job climate older workers can face challenges when finding a new position. We highlight proven job search strategies that will set you on the path to success. Listen on WSMN 1590.

Tackling Tough Interview Questions & A Customer Relationship Manager

Relaunch — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:18:45 +0000

We review how to make last-minute interview preparations and how to answer tricky interview questions like “what kind of salary are you looking for?” and “why should I hire you?”. Check out our interview with Maureen Daniels- a dynamic, mission-driven, customer relationship management professional looking for new oppportunties. Listen on WSMN.

Looking for a Unicorn and Treating Applicants Like Cattle

Relaunch — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 18:06:12 +0000

This week we review two career-related articles from The Wall Street Journal. We discuss David Wessel’s “Software Raises the Bar for Hiring“- investigating how the prevelance of Applicant Tracking Systems has impacted the job search and hiring process. Then we review Lauren Weber’s piece entitled “The High Cost of Treating Job-Seekers Like Cattle” covering the 6 steps to ensure applicants walk away with a positive impression of your company. Listen on WSMN.

Talented Alliance of Part-time Professionals (TAPP) Adds Relaunch to Team of Experts

Relaunch — Thu, 31 May 2012 15:24:48 +0000

TAPP is a professional association offering 24/7 online comprehensive research, resources, and community for both current and future part-time professionals, as well as their employers. “Ask the Expert” is an innovative program which provides TAPP members with a 15 minute consultation with one expert per month. The career experts provide a starting point for members who are job searching and need advice in one area. Read more here.