Posts Tagged ‘job candidates’
Women in Solar: Shaping the Future
It’s crucial to recognize the pivotal role that women play in shaping the solar industry and help to attract more diverse voices moving forward.
Read MoreHow to Navigate a Career Change in Renewable Energy
How to make a successful career change in the industry. Evaluating Your Long-term Goals and Aspirations in the Industry. First, you need to understand why you’re looking for a career change and figure out your long-term career goals. Doing research into the types of work and organizations that you feel would fit you better is…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide To Interview Colors
Whether it’s an online or an in-person interview, need to make sure that the first impression you make is a strong one. Because the colors you wear send subliminal messages to the brain, learning the meaning behind them can help convey the right emotions to the interviewer. If you are doing a Zoom interview, consider your background when choosing colors.
While no color is strictly off-limits, some colors should only be worn as accents. Additionally, jewel tones and pastels are better than bright or neon colors. According to CareerBuilder, 23% of hiring managers recommended blue, and 15% recommended black. Orange was the color most likely to be associated with someone who is unprofessional by 25%.
Read MoreUnlocking Career Growth
Strategies for professional development, and acquiring new skills to aid in career growth. Recognizing The Evolving Nature of Industries In today’s job market, it is critical to equip yourself with new skills and information to continue successfully in your field. Unlocking untapped potential and acquiring new skills in your industry will not only aid in…
Read MoreExpert Tips on How to Negotiate Salary Like a Pro
Managing Partner Jon Semingson walks job seekers through practicing negotiation pitches and responses to potential salary questions. Best Tips for Negotiating Salary From a Recruiter Have a solid understanding of the market value for your role and what you are looking for in advance. Talk with peers in the market and make sure you are…
Read MoreRenewables Market Watch 2023
How is the renewable energy market changing and evolving this year? We interviewed our Managing Partner Jon Semingson and Director of Recruiting Sarah Petersen who have 25 years of combined experience in renewables recruiting. How do you foresee engineering, project management, and interconnection specialties evolving? SP: These areas are evolving rapidly across the board due…
Read MoreResidential Energy Storage – The Basics
While utility-scale energy storage is getting talked about quite a bit, we don’t hear as much about Residential Energy Storage. What is it, and how can it help support the grid? Here are the basics! What Is Residential Energy Storage? The ability to store energy and release it when you need it is critical to…
Read MoreDo You Know What A Mis-Hire Costs?
Studies show that 80% of all employee turnover is the result of a mis-hire. Many organizations leave hiring to chance, and every day that your job remains open costs your organization more than just money. So here are some tips from us to you on how to navigate hiring in 2022 and avoid possible mis-hires. …
Read MoreGet Down To Specifics
If your plan is to get a new job, understanding your specific needs is not only important to you but important to the hiring managers interviewing you. Making sure your goals align with the company you’re interviewing for is a starting point, but here are a few tips for getting specific with your employment goals.…
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