PinnedMary DespeWhat can job seekers do when hiring slows down?There has been a lot of workplace chatter lately — Possible recession? Hiring pauses? Quiet Quitting? Layoffs?Sep 16, 2022Sep 16, 2022
PinnedMary DespeSecuring The Bag: Salary Negotiation Success TipsIn August, I hosted a LinkedIn Live event all about salary tips from the recruiter perspective, with two friends of mine also in the…Sep 6, 2022Sep 6, 2022
PinnedMary DespeWhat’s the best approach to research the company or job you want?Someone recently reached out to me on LinkedIn about a job.Aug 9, 2022Aug 9, 2022
PinnedMary DespeWhat does it really take to change careers?Recently, someone asked me for advice on changing careers.Jun 7, 2022Jun 7, 2022
PinnedMary DespeSalesmanship: The secret to moving your career aheadBeing a recruiter, I am often asked for advice on how a person can get ahead in their professional career.Nov 9, 2020Nov 9, 2020
Mary DespeWhat’s the best piece of advice you’ve received about salary negotiations?While it’s not necessarily the most important part of the job search journey, the topic of money — namely, positioning yourself to…Jul 27, 2023Jul 27, 2023
Mary Despe5 Tips to Combat Ageism in the Interview and Hiring ProcessWe’ve all been in uncomfortable situations during a job interview, but senior professionals may find themselves in particularly awkward…May 26, 2023May 26, 2023
Mary DespeIt’s not you, it’s the economyUnless you’ve been completely off the internet or unplugged from television, you realize there’s a lot of uncertainty out there as it…Nov 9, 2022Nov 9, 2022
Mary DespeYour Career Blueprint: Design Your Strategy to Get AheadWhen it comes to careers, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. What works for one person may not work for another.Oct 14, 2022Oct 14, 2022
