November 2022 Candidate Newsletter
HAPPY THANKSGIVING Scott Mayer, our Chairman and CEO, made QPS’ first placements himself back in 1985 when he started the company. As a thank you to the customers he worked with, he stopped at a local grocery store the day before Thanksgiving and bought them each a pumpkin pie. Now 37 years later, the tradition […]
Tips for Speeding up the Hiring Process
It’s no secret that hiring has been a challenge lately and candidates are often entertaining multiple offers. So what can you do to get a leg up on the competition? While salary and benefits make a difference, the deciding factor is often speed. The sooner you can make an offer, the better chance of success […]
Should I Take a Counteroffer? Why the Experts Say No.
Thinking about using a new job offer to try and get more money out of your current employer? Think again. Using another job offer to try and get your employer to counter may be tempting, but it often ends badly. Here are important things to consider if asking yourself, “Should I take a counteroffer?” Reasons […]
Pros and Cons of Switching Careers in the 4th Quarter
There are unique challenges, and opportunities, for those seeking a career at any time of the year. Before we move into the final months of 2022, here is a bit of insight into what you might expect with a 4th quarter career change along with some pros and cons to help you prepare. Pro. Historically, […]
September 2022 Candidate Newsletter
CURRENT OPENINGS Now is a great time to start thinking about your next career move. Accelerate has a variety of open positions in: Manufacturing Engineering IT Supply Chain Finance/Accounting Human Resources Visit our Job Search page to view our open positions and apply online! WORD ON THE STREET 6 Tips to Help Negotiate Your […]
6 Tips to Help Negotiate Your Job Offer
As you start receiving job offers in the interview process, it can be common to wonder if the compensation package is the best for you. If you’re not completely pleased, don’t be afraid to negotiate your job offer. You might think, could it jeopardize the opportunity if I ask for more? The answer is no. […]