Pay package negotiations are always a hot topic and there are a lot of opinions on how they should be handled. Check out our advice on some typical things we hear about working through negotiations.

Despite their enthusiasm, hiring and managing interns can pose its own unique set of challenges.

If you're a job seeker looking to stand out in a crowded, competitive market, your first impression matters. That's why you need to capture the attention of potential employers right from the start.

Recruiters and hiring managers are looking at more than just your resume. They’re googling you. They’re viewing your social media pages. They’re looking at your connections. While your resume needs to be in tip-top shape, your personal brand needs to be polished, too.  

As the New Year approaches, take it upon yourself to work on your resume to make sure you are prepared for an upcoming review, promotion, or even new role! Before asking a recruiter to review your resume, follow these tips to set yourself up for success.

A layoff is a frightening thing for everyone. It can be unexpected, lifechanging, and can disrupt any sense of normalcy you may have had. We often talk with candidates after these types of events and have compiled some of the common tips we share with people.

You did it! You landed your new gig. But putting in your notice can be a daunting task and it definitely takes a toll on your emotions.

Whether you’re searching for a new position a or trying to ace an internal interview for your next promotion, these small but powerful tips should be practiced routinely to keep yourself in the best possible position throughout your career journey.

One year later, and we are still here. To read those words, to say them aloud, feels incredible. It has been one helluva ride. Find out what we’ve been up to over the past year.

Thanks to Mila Kunis, Justin Timberlake and the writers of Friends with Benefits, people think that headhunting is a glamourous job where we spend all day lunching with clients. That’s not the case at Collaborative Talent. We spend our hours working WITH you and making sure that you have all that you need to successfully find a job, nail an interview, and accept the best offer for you and what you bring to the table.

Just two years after having the NFL’s worst record, the Bengals are heading to Super Bowl LVI to face off against the Los Angeles Rams. There’s a lot to be learned from the Bengals’ incredible comeback year.

As a job candidate, receiving an offer after a one-hour interview can seem great. But don't sell yourself short. Check out our tips on everything you should consider before accepting that "dream job.”

The job market is hot right now. If you're looking to land your dream job in 2022, check out these five interview tips from Chelsea Blackmon, Collaborative Talent’s Head of HR & Recruiting, for nailing your next interview. Hint: maybe take down that Natty Light flag in your Zoom background!

There are a lot of great phrases out there pertaining to networking, things like “Your network is your net worth” or “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” I love these and they couldn’t be truer in today’s world. Don’t get me wrong, you still have to be talented and work hard to get where you want to go, but without a strong network it will be tough. Having said that, building a network takes work.

Resumes are not the end all be all to getting a job, but they are your ticket to the party. No matter how far you get in the hiring process without showing yours (i.e. through your network connections), you will eventually have to talk through the resume with someone. This is why it is very important to keep your resume edited and ready, even if you already have a job. Let me repeat that….Even if you have a job that you love, you should still have a resume ready to go at all times.

Knowing how to answer questions and giving example scenarios that your respective interviewer values most, is a delicate balance. Everyone thinks they are great at it, but often times most people are just good. Being just good is not enough to win the position. It’s always important to take every step of preparation possible, and the following tips may just put you over the top!