In today’s world, LinkedIn has become an integral part of networking, searching, and getting a job. Knowing how to expertly craft your profile and leverage your network will help you find jobs faster and make better connections! Your Profile Take a Picture: Your personal LinkedIn page is where you should start if you… Read more »
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How to Stop Procrastinating During the Work Week
Posted on by Josie Thuma
We’ve all had those days where suddenly it’s 4:00 pm and you feel like you haven’t accomplished anything. Small tasks and meetings pulled you a million different directions during the day and you weren’t productive. Here are some top tips on staying focused at work, even when it feels impossible. Chunk your time This might… Read more »
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[Video] Advent Talent Group is Fully Independent!
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
“INDEPENDENCE DAY” It has been our vision at Advent Talent Group for four years to be fully and completely independent; meaning to provide the payroll and benefits for our talent and to work directly with our clients (vs. an outsourcing solution). WE DID IT! There have been failures along the way, and obstacles to overcome,… Read more »
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This is how successful people organize their job search
Posted on by Josie Thuma
The task of looking for a job is a daunting one. There are countless different online job boards and sending your resume out often feels like sending it into a blackhole. But fear not! I was in your position just a few months ago and I am here to share my top tips on how… Read more »
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Breaking Barriers: Work Readiness Kits and Workshops in April for Avivo
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
Twenty-five participants in Avivo’s Work Readiness Program will be more prepared for their job searches tomorrow! Our team has been busy for National Volunteer Month, and today’s activity included assembling $300 worth of supplies for 25 work readiness kits that included binders, notebooks, 3 ring pouches, pens, flash drives, post-it notes, and other job search… Read more »
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It’s Demolition Day! Advent is Breaking Barriers with Avivo’s Recovery Housing Program
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
It’s Demolition day! This afternoon, we closed up shop at 1:30 pm for an afternoon of demolition and renovation for Avivo’s housing assistance program for adults and their families participating in their recovery program. Talk about breaking down barriers! We worked on three of the 70 Minneapolis apartment units that Avivo is currently renovating for… Read more »
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[Video] Advent Talent Group is Fully Independent!
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
“INDEPENDENCE DAY” How exciting for us! It has been our vision at Advent Talent Group for four years to be fully and completely independent – to provide the payroll and benefits for our talent and to work directly with our clients (instead of utilizing an outsourced provider). Well, WE DID IT! Such a big accomplishment… Read more »
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Complimentary ADVENTure Events for Marketing & Creative Leaders in the Bold North
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
ADVENTure programming isn’t just for HR! Advent Creative regularly hosts events for marketing and creative leaders in the Twin Cities. Most recently, we hosted a peer-led round table discussion: Creative Leadership in the Bold North. Creative leaders (agency and corporate) put their heads together about topics most important to them – from motivating teams and… Read more »
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[Event Recap] Employment Law Panel Discussion for 1.5 SHRM Credits
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
On February 26, hiring managers and HR leaders joined Advent Group for a complimentary Employment Law Panel discussion. As a re-certification provider for SHRM, this program was valid for 1.5 PDCs for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. Our experienced panel of employment law attorneys explored some of the most critical legal topics affecting employers today, including… Read more »
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Employee of the Month – February
Posted on by Susan Isebrand
Congrats to our employee of the month Kit! Kit hit the ground running when he started his assignment and has not stopped since! He’s an Excel wiz and has helped automate several processes in the office. Kit is our client’s go-to person. He gets things done and knows how to tackle a to-do list! Way… Read more »