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Certifications Every Audio Visual Professional Should Have

Jan 15, 2019

One of the leading trends in hiring Audio Visual talent is seeking properly certified candidates for their company. As an Audio Visual professional, it is crucial to have the following Audio Visual Certifications under your belt, as these top certifications are the key to landing your next job in the Audio Visual field. By having these top certifications under your belt, you are instantly qualified for over 2/3rds of the open positions in...

The #1 Way to Find Your Perfect Employee

Jan 02, 2019

There is a reason your job is so hard to fill, and it’s not because there are no qualified candidates out there. It’s because you are looking in the wrong place. If you haven't yet caught on, using digital advertising to attract candidates has been the latest trend in hiring techniques. However, even that approach can be much too broad causing your results to not be fruitful. Online job boards are a great resource, but if you only utilize...

Successful Employee Onboarding

Dec 28, 2018

If only a company could sit their new hire in a comfortable ergonomic chair and hand him or her a nutritional snack bar and exit the office, it would save much time. The dark side of this daydream is that the novice IT guy would be spending an inordinate amount of time "figuring things out." The fact is that most new employees prefer being a part of an organized learning process that includes up-to-date information, followed by ongoing...

Why Targeted Job Boards are Perfect for Job Seekers

Dec 20, 2018

Finding a job online has never been easier, or more difficult. There are dozens of active job boards on the internet, with millions of combined job listings at any one time. At the same time, sorting through those job offers could be a full-time job in itself, and simply sorting out the legitimate offers from the scams introduces another layer of complexity. The major job boards may have started innocently enough, but they have quickly...

3 Simple Keys to Career Advancement

Dec 12, 2018

Hard work and persistence will get you far in your career, however, if you want to advance at a faster rate you must go above and beyond your regular work ethic. Here are 3 ways to accelerate your career advancement! Dress to Impress How a person chooses to dress has a direct impact on their professional progress. Professionals should take their cue from people who are already in the positions they want, in the company they are in....

Being a Team Player: Your Key to a Successful Career

Dec 06, 2018

Learning technical skills is vital to landing a job and launching a successful career, and much has been made of the importance of a STEM education. Even so, there is much more to a great career than science, technology, engineering and math. Whether you plan to find employment in a STEM field or another, non-technical, endeavor, the soft skills you possess could prove just as important, if not more so, than your ability to decipher...

Conquering New Job Jitters

Nov 30, 2018

Congratulations! The job offer you honestly wanted came through. You have a starting date. The competition for this position was tough. You came out on top. Here are a few do’s and don'ts to help make your boss glad you are the person who got the job. You were nervous during the application and interview process. You checked out the company before you applied for the job. You did your homework and knew what to expect at the interview....

Start Your Career in the Audio Visual Industry

Nov 23, 2018

Interested in a career in the Audio Visual industry but don't know where to start? Here are fool-proof Audio Visual career resources to hit the ground running! Ignite Internship Pilot Program Founded by National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) , this program was created to connect students and entry-level Audio Visual professionals with hands-on opportunities at Audio Visual companies. Through this program, you will be paired...

5 Guaranteed Ways to Get a Promotion

Nov 16, 2018

You've likely heard that in order to get ahead, you have to work hard. While this is true in most cases, you need more than just hard work to get noticed by upper management. These five tips below will set you up to claim that promotion you've been angling for. Smile Smiling is the number one trait that makes people notice you. The human brain is wired to respond to it, and it will make you stand out from other employees. While...

5 Tips to Boost Your Productivity at Work

Nov 08, 2018

If you feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to finish everything on your to-do list, you're not alone. Everyone is looking for new ways to get more done in a shorter amount of time, and by making a few simple changes to your daily routine, you'll already be ahead of the game. Here are 5 ways to work smarter instead of harder and boost your productivity. Create a motivating workspace Before you start working, make sure you...

Pro Tips To Improve Your Job Search Success

Oct 31, 2018

Trying to land that dream job with no results? Maybe you're just not taking the right approach. Job searching can be disheartening at times and rejection is inevitable for anyone. However, that doesn't mean you can't focus your efforts and improve your chances of landing a top quality job. Here are five tips that will improve your job search success. Update Your Resume Before anything else, your resume is usually the thing that will...

Your Guide to Writing the Perfect Job Description

Oct 24, 2018

Do you find yourself writing the same mundane job descriptions over and over again? In any industry, it's hard to find the secret to separating your job from the hundreds of other job descriptions out there that are exactly like it. Luckily, we have a formula guaranteed to attract a higher quantity and quality of applicants to your position and we're sharing it with you! Here is your guide to writing the perfect job description. Be...

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