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?·4 min read·Sep 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…·4 min read·Sep 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.·4 min read·Aug 9, 2022----
PinnedMary DespeWhat does it really take to change careers?Recently, someone asked me for advice on changing careers.·5 min read·Jun 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.4 min read·Nov 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…·3 min read·Jul 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…·3 min read·May 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…·5 min read·Nov 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.·3 min read·Oct 14, 2022----