The longer a job search lasts, the more it can feel out of control. Try the following if you feel you’re hitting a wall with your creative job search.
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Come behind the scenes for a look at how we review creative applications with our Recruiting Manager Ashley Johnson!
The job search can be long and frustrating--As recruiters, we know that frustration and struggle well.
One of our core values at Elysian is that the work we do is about people–not just numbers and filling positions. We want to help place the best talent
One of our core values at Elysian is that the work we do is about people--not just numbers and filling positions. We want to help place the best talen
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Recruiting has been known to have a bad rep amongst job seekers. So common that our industry has inspired a Reddit forum called "recruiting hell...
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We've written before about highlighting happy hours, ping-pong tables, and other nice perks like "lunch and learns". These are great things to...
We decided to list our five favorite shows for creatives, chosen for their unique and educational angles on the industry. Whether you're trying to..
As a woman in the United States, you enter the workforce with numbers against you. If you’re ready to turn the tables, we invite you to read...
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For better or worse, it’s now common practice for employers to observe employees’ social media profiles. This can potentially harm a job applicant’s..
When you've been out of the workforce for a few months or longer despite continuing to apply for jobs, there comes the point when you might ask...
If you've looked at news headlines, you might attribute the talent shortage to a handful of issues: unemployment benefits, desires for remote work...
Often, those who have overcome the challenges posed by a lack of mobility or hearing and visual impairment already have the qualities it takes to...
Whether you’re getting ready to buy a new home or renovate your property, these guidelines will help you create a living space that truly supports...
Taking classes that pertain to your industry can give you an edge over the competition. Plus, it’s never been easier to go to school online or find..
There’s been a lot of talk about remote workers lately. Here’s how you can use a remote team for your...
The most effective way to write your cover letter can seem like a mystery. Here we will focus as much attention on what not to do when composing..
Finding the best fit for your team is a full-time process. Before you decide to work with a recruiter, you want to consider a few questions and look..
Recruiters tend to give resumes a six to 15-second initial scan before deciding if an applicant is viable for the job. So let's tighten up your...
While it still may not be safe to visit our loved ones outside of our immediate household right now, there are other ways to connect with them and...
(Guest article) If you’re a person with disabilities, technology can empower you to have the career you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’re job...
We’re not out of the recession yet, though new stimulus policies are on the horizon. Here are resources to explore as we head into an economically...
Asking your interviewer questions reveals to them more information about your strength as a potential colleague and employee. Your best option is...
Large brands and SMEs increasingly use applicant tracking systems to evaluate and rank your application if you’re not working with a recruiter...
When between 58% and 70% of employers use social media to check you out when considering you for a job, it's essential in today's world to have at...
Despite so much in the marketing industry riding on a successful vaccine, these CMOs spoke with certainty about the changes you should prepare for...
If your eyes glaze over while reading your cover letter, then the person who receives it will, too. So let's spruce it up! And if it takes four...
COMPASSION AND MOTIVATION ARE KEY FOLLOWING A LAYOFF To lose your job at any time is a jarring experience, but it’s not the end. You will make...
Will generalizing or specializing your skill set lead to long-term career security and prosperity? What skills will agencies and advertisers look for?
To help you get through this moment, we encourage you to explore these resources and new offers for creatives. You’ll find everything from...
Predictions that freelance positions will be first to open up in hotspots like digital and e-commerce toward the end of the year track with the...
The courage to put yourself first takes time and effort to find. But when you find it, embrace it! Giving the same generosity and attention that...
Many of us have had our personal and professional lives transformed overnight. As parents, it's essential to remember that children have had their liv
Realistically, getting a job right now is not impossible, but it is more challenging than it was two months ago. If the stress of the moment...
Before you hit submit or sit down for an interview, heed these red flags that can break your application...
Recessions are relatively common, but there are several procedures you can follow that will mitigate the impact of an economic downturn on your...
IWD 2020: FIGHTING FOR WOMEN'S EQUALITY AT WORK How can we fulfill the goals of International Women’s Day? What are the goals of International...
How much you know about your industry is knowledge deeply valued and desperately sought after by agencies and in-house teams...
In your job search, the primary purpose of your professional brand is to demonstrate what abilities you bring to the table and who you are. And one...
There are basic things you most certainly can do to protect yourself from the pang of a "Thank you for your interest in Company X" email several...
What are this year's marketing and advertising trends that the most competitive applicants, like yourself, need to be knowledgeable in or express...
We encourage you to set goals and ambitions. The sky is the limit! But by setting modest goals that you can achieve with slightly less zest, maybe...
Most employers use this time to estimate their budgets for the upcoming year. This is what makes the first and second quarters an important time...
This might seem like a surprise, but there are many more people looking for jobs than the monthly employment numbers suggest. You might've...
Green smoothies, ‘Impossible’ meats, Keto and Paleo diets, Oatly, White Claw. Year after year, our Instagram feeds evolve into a cascade of friends...
One of the challenges we face in keeping ourselves valuable throughout our careers is that technology, thus efficiency - the cornerstone of...
A particularly gratifying feeling comes from finally hearing back from prospective employers after days or weeks, and sometimes months, pass since...
Summer tends to be a time when offices shift to flex hours. Employees take time off to holiday and businesses move to a more relaxed schedule...
Had Vincent van Gogh lived in contemporary times, he would likely have found himself facing similar challenges most creatives do at one point or...
Gone are the days of yore, when employees could be expected to pledge loyalty to a select few companies, or even just one. Reports that young...
This summer, sip caipirinhas in a large-scale horticultural tribute to Brazil and stand before awesome, grand sculptures of natural deities at the...
When the time needed to fire up those neurons is a luxury, it's quite difficult to actually sit for a class or devote set hours to learning a new...
Every creative is exceptionally well positioned to lend a hand to a cause important to them. Whether it's to publicize or create a fundraising...
Inspired by the legacy of transgender woman, sex worker, drag performer and gay liberation activist Marsha P Johnson, we're very excited to...
This week, we were inspired to seek out a few of the most prolific, biting, discerning cultural and marketing influencers, thinkers and...
We often overlook the great benefits of a mentor. Yet at some point in our lives, we’ve met people either in real life or online who’ve set us on...
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There’s a great struggle inherent to advertising, design and marketing: we prize creativity and exploration above all while our clients have...
Each year International Women’s Day is an important reminder that though progressive change can be daunting and laborious every effort taken is a...
How do you define achievement? At first glance it seems like a minor, even inconsequential, question but when considering how much the word...
We’ve been there: after scrolling up and down Linkedin, Indeed, Glassdoor and any other job search engine with seemingly limitless job postings...
If you’ve lost excitement in your current job or are finding more excitement in your side hustle or passion projects, it might be time to switch job..
If you find yourself struggling to find time to stay on top of your changing industry, try subscribing to one of these five inspiring newsletters...
After working hard on a project it can be crushing to hear that all your effort and time isn’t up to par for your employer. Take a deep breath. No..
No matter where you live or work, commuting is not always the most fun experience. Whether you’re dealing with the hustle and bustle of the subway...
Even though taking time off from work can be an extremely positive thing for many reasons, explaining an employment gap on your resume when you’re...
So what do you do when you’ve only just begun a new job and already feel out of your element? Unless things are truly awful and unfixable, giving...
Making it here is half the journey! After accepting a job offer, signing a contract, and finalizing a start date for a new project or job, whether...
There are many different kinds of questions you can ask, and while you probably won’t have time to ask all of them, you should choose a few that you f
Congratulations, you’ve scored an interview! What now? Whether you have one day or one week until you’re speaking with or meeting your potential...
We know that while networking is extremely valuable, no one is necessarily born with the skill--and it is a skill. Learning how to network takes time
A recruiter or a recruiting agency like Elysian Staffing works on behalf of companies to identify qualified professionals to fill a specific job..
The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, an observance that aims to increase awareness of and discussions surrounding mental health...
The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, an observance that aims to increase awareness of and discussions surrounding mental health condi
self-care is about your wellbeing--and that doesn’t have to and shouldn’t be put on hold during the week. Work and all of the stress that may come wit
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Are you in the middle of your job search and feeling stuck? Are you getting interviews, seemingly progressing, but just falling short of a job...
Most industries use LinkedIn to find and assess job candidates, and recruiters especially rely on the site. That’s why it’s so important that you’re m
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You’re gliding through the interview process. You feel like you’ve perfected the questions that you ask at the end, the way you answer questions, your
It’s hard to know if you’re doing everything you can in your job or your career, and even harder to know if you're pushing your personal and...
The job search can be long and frustrating--As recruiters, we know that frustration and struggle well. But we also know that your job search can be...
Diversity can mean many things--including diverse cultural, racial, and social backgrounds. But we should also think of a diverse team as one where...
One of our core values at Elysian is that the work we do is about people–not just numbers and filling positions. We want to help place the best...
Flu season has arrived to kick off 2018 and experts have predicted it’s one of the worst outbreaks of the sickness that the U.S. has ever seen...
When working with recruiters, career coaches, or interviewing for jobs, we sometimes forget that the people on the other end are human too. The..
Emerging technologies and platforms are making it possible to be more creative about marketing, and some will be taking center stage in 2018...
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to fine-tune our habits, even if we had a successful year previously. There’s nothing bad about...
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No matter where you are this holiday season, there are many ways to give back. We’ve rounded up some of the best ideas for how to give. To find out..
Most of us do it each year with little success to show for it--we write up a list of New Year’s Resolutions and we shoot for the moon. By February...
The holiday season can prove to be quite a time crunch, and your office environment might start to feel a little hectic in the last few weeks of...
According to a study from UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Magazine, “Americans are less likely to say ‘thanks’ on the job than anywhere else, which hurts..
It’s no secret that landing your dream role or a position at a fantastic company can be equal parts timing and luck. Even still, your ability to be th
When on the job hunt, it can be easy to become so invested in finding a new career or position that communication with others falls by the wayside...
Searching for a new career or position is difficult, and it can be hard to know if you’re on the right path. You might be wondering if you’re looking
My name is Jessica Ozrek, and I founded Elysian Staffing in 2014 after working for 3 staffing agencies. Now, my hope is to share my experiences,...
