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Don't Fear the Overqualified Candidate!
The recession has put a lot of very talented candidates back into the job pool. Don't let fear of their being overqualified keep you from hiring them.
 
 
How to Ruin Your Resume
Your resume needs an update -- a language update, that is. Take out the old, overused words that mean nothing and use active verbs and real results instead.
 
 
Upcoming Challenges in the Healthcare Industry
What are the biggest challenges facing healthcare organizations in the next several months? Here are some conclusions reached by PwC in a recent survey. 
 
 
Keep Your Nurses Happy
Nurse retention is becoming more crucial to hospitals and other healthcare organizations as the number of qualified nurses shrinks
 
 
Hospitals Are Increasing Sales Reps — To Sell Physicians on Hospitals

Hospitals and medical centers are hiring reps to make "sales calls" on physicians in the hope that they will send more patients to their facilities.


 
 
How to Negotiate Salary – From the Employer's Side of the Desk
Employers, recruiters and hiring managers need to do their own homework to ensure that the salaries they're offering are fair.
 
 
Is Perfectionism Spoiling Your Hiring Process?

If you spend too much time seeking the perfect candidate, who doesn't exist, you'll bring your hiring process to a standstill.

 
 
How to Gain a Competitive Edge in the Healthcare Job Market
If you are interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare industry, taking an hourly job in a related field can give you the hands-on skills you need.
 
 
The Responsible Corporate Officer Doctrine and What It Can Mean for You
After decades of obscurity, a U.S. legal doctrine that holds corporate officers liable for company wrongdoing is being invoked in some high-profile healthcare prosecutions.
 
 
How Healthcare Executives Can Motivate Employees

Healthcare executives and supervisors need to get their employees to work smarter and more efficiently while retaining motivation. 

 
 
How the Medical Industry is Embracing the iPad (and other tablets)

The iPad  has been adopted by many doctors, hospitals and other healthcare organizations because of its ease of use and portability. Can it help EMRs become more widespread?

 
 
Managing “Generation Y” in Today’s Workplace

Generation Y employees bring a fresh perspective to the workplace and many positive qualities. Learn how to identify these and work with them.

 
 
5 Job Skills You Didn’t Know You Have

One of the first steps to take when embarking on a job search is identifying the skills you have that employers need. Knowing what you have to offer gives you the ability to sell yourself to employers and convince them to hire you. You have the skills. Now you need to identify them.

 
 
What Are the Top Trends in Healthcare Technology?

Healthcare Technology Online analyzed the articles they published in 2011 to see which ones garnered the most comments and discussion.

 
 
Would You Hire a Candidate With an Online Degree?

With more colleges and universities offering online degree programs, employers need to consider whether they consider such programs a viable source for candidates.

 
 
Is It Ever Okay to Hire Friends or Family?
While there may be positive aspects to hiring a friend or relative, most experts advise against it.



 
 
How to Handle Having Employment Gaps on Your Resume
These days, it’s not unusual to have gaps in your employment. Don’t let that scare you during your job search. Here’s how to put your best foot forward.
 
 
If Hospitals Become For-Profit, How Will This Affect the Healthcare Industry?
Both sides of the debate on hospitals becoming for-profit entities can make a strong case.
 
 
What Are the Latest Trends in Benefits and Compensation?
Two recent surveys have shown that benefits are becoming more comprehensive, and salaries are slowly rising, despite the slow economic recovery.
 
 
Thanks, But No Thanks: Why & How to Write Good Rejection

Too many companies neglect to send rejection letters to job seekers who didn’t make the cut. In addition to being rude, you could be creating a bad reputation for your company.

 
 
How to Ace a Medical Sales Job Interview

How to prepare yourself for an interview for a medical sales job, including how to do your research and what questions to expect.

 
 
FDA Rejects Recommendations to Change Medical Device Approval Process
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently asked the IOM to review its approval process for medical devices, then rejected their findings.
 
 
Are Social Media Profiles Making Traditional Resumes and Cover Letters Obsolete?

An argument for the importance of resumes and cover letters, for the time savings and convenience they provide to employers.

 
 
How to Reduce Turnover in Younger Employees
Working with the Millennials can be a challenge for managers. Here are tips to keep your young workforce motivated and reduce turnover.
 
 
Sell More Technology By Using Less Technical Language

Don't assume all of your IT sales prospects know everything about technology. In order to be successful in sales, use less technical language.

 
 
 
 
"Why Didn't You Hire Me?" How to Answer the Dreaded Question from Rejected Candidates

Here are some tips on how to handle rejected candidates who want to know why you didn't hire them.

 
 
Is Recruiting via Social Networks as Effective as Traditional Methods?
The internet and social media have created an effective new way of recruiting candidates. But are recruiting via social networks always the best choice? Or are traditional methods still a better choice? A staffing firm knows when to use social media and when to use traditional recruiting methods to help you find the best candidates.
 
 
Volunteer: Use Your Unemployed Time to Build Your Healthcare/Medical Experience and Enhance Your Resume
If you choose your volunteer activities wisely, they will show that you put your time off to good use, and that although you were not working, you were still improving your professional career.
 
 
Enhance the Appeal of your Medical Sales Jobs with Inexpensive Job Perks
Finding and keeping the best sales talent means developing and encouraging company loyalty.
 
 
Non-Traditional Methods for Finding Healthcare Candidates
In 2011, you need to have a broad strategy for finding top candidates for your healthcare positions, and you need to be more non-traditional in your methods.
 
 
When Should You Consider Relocating a Job Candidate?
If your local candidate pool is wide and deep enough, there's no need to consider relocating a candidate. However, for some levels and in some fields, it may be necessary to widen the radius of your search.
 
 
9 Ways to Improve Your Department's Retention Rate
According to the Human Resource Mamagement Association, the annual turnover rate among health care employees is more than 20 percent. One in five quit their jobs every year. In most other industries, the turnover rate is 12 to 15 percent.
 
 
5 Ways to Upsell Medical Equipment

Upselling medical equipment, like any other kind of upselling, means helping a customer understand the differences and trade-offs of one product over another, so they can quickly understand what they get if they pay more.

 
 
Use Phone Interviews to Narrow Down Your List of Job Candidates
The phone interview can be an effective tool in the screening process, helping you determine whether candidates are as good as they sound on paper, if they are articulate, and if they seem like a good potential match for the firm.
 
 
Tips for Applying for Out of State Healthcare Jobs
Applying for a healthcare job in a different state can be tricky. There is a myth that most recruiters or HR managers won't even consider an out-of-town candidate because they're afraid they'll be asked to pay for interview trips or relocation costs.
 
 
New FDA Rule Regarding Medical Device Data Systems Takes Effect
With the use of medical device data systems (MDDS) on the rise, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has implemented a rule that regulates how hardware manufacturers can introduce new MDDS for use by healthcare providers.
 
 
Background Checks: Are They Necessary?
Many employers are finding that conducting background checks on prospective employees is a key factor in making hiring decisions.
 
 
Why You Need an Employee Handbook
Whether you have five employees or 500, it's good to have a document that explains your workplace policies.
 
 
Have Successful Hospital-Physician Relationships
A recent study by the PwC Health Research Institute (HRI) found that there are three key things hospitals can do to have successful relationships with their employees.
 
 
Is a Sales “Formula” the Best Way to be Successful?
Unexpected variables often arise during the sales process that your sales formula may not prepare you for. Success should depend on your salesperson’s ability to react to every individual situation, not a tired formula.
 
 
To Be Successful In Sales, Know Your Competition
When you are putting together a sales pitch, knowing your product is not enough. You must know who your competition is, and what they are offering. It's time to perform a little competitive intelligence.
 
 
Sixteen Great Motivational Quotes for Salespeople
A great way to motivate your sales team is to inspire them with wisdom from the experts.
 
 
Being Persistent Without Being Pushy
Determination and persistence are great when you’re looking for a job, but where do you draw the line to avoid being annoying to potential employers?
 
 
Dress For Success – It’s Not an Outdated Concept
If you want to advance your career, you should always dress appropriately. Get the right kind of attention by presenting yourself well.
 
 
The Pros and Cons of Hiring “Seasoned” Sales Talent
There are pros and cons to hiring both seasoned and inexperienced sales staff. Which is best for your company?
 
 
The Pros and Cons of Hiring “Fresh” Sales Talent
There are pros and cons to hiring both seasoned and inexperienced sales staff. Which is best for your company?
 
 
Consistency is Key – How a Well-Defined Sales Process Will Help Your Business Thrive
Create a sales process that will help your company be profitable in any economic climate.
 
 
Five Questions You Can Expect to be Asked During a Sales Interview
Knowing what to expect in an interview for a sales position and being prepared for the questions can help you make the best impression.
 
 
FDA’s overhaul of 510(k) process will affect medical device industry.

 The FDA has announced upcoming changes to the approval process for low-risk medical devices. How can your biomedical sales business prepare for upcoming changes to the 510(k) process?

 
 
Building a Winning Sales Culture
In many businesses, the culture or work environment is something that is taken for granted. However, in the most successful businesses, culture is something that is deliberately built and evolved over time.
 
 
Hiring Top Performing Medical Sales Professionals
The difference between hiring an average sales professional and a top performer is astounding. In fact, studies have found that “superior” workers produce 50% more than an average worker.
 
 
Top Selling Human Pharmaceuticals of 2010
2010 saw the global pharmaceutical market grow to an astounding $850 billion—in spite of a challenging economy and unpredictable market conditions.
 
 
5 Ways to Keep Your Sales Team Focused
The end of the year generally sees a slow down in medical device and pharmaceutical sales.  Whether your prospects are too consumed with strategic....