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A great job is about more than bringing home a paycheck. In fact, studies show that a positive company culture is two times more likely to contribute to satisfaction in your job than money alone.

Use this guide to figure out what questions should be on your mind when seeking out your next employer. According to Motley Fool (a company recognized as a great place to work) the average American worked more than 1,800 hours per year in 2018–which is 173 hours more than the 1980 average. Shouldn’t you be happy when so much of your life is dedicated to work?

1. WHAT ARE THEIR VALUES?

Researching a company’s core values should be one of the first steps you take when vetting a potential employer. Browsing their website—or sites like Glassdoor and Indeed—will help you determine whether their beliefs align with yours. Relating to your employer on the big things (like honesty, wellness, or loyalty) helps forge a lasting relationship and delivers a fulfilling experience regardless of your job title.

2. WHAT DOES EMPLOYEE SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

If you’re looking to advance in your career, seek out a company dedicated to employee learning and development. Your employer can play a key role in your personal growth with activities like dedicated training and coaching via check-ins and goal setting. Look for a company with development programs for workers at every rung on the corporate ladder.

3. HOW DOES THE TEAM CELEBRATE ONE ANOTHER?

A little kindness goes a long way, especially in the workplace. While you shouldn’t expect to receive perks like free lunches or break room snacks every single day, being offered support, coaching, or even a simple “thank you” shows that you’re a valued part of the team. Companies that take time to celebrate team successes nurture cultures where healthy connections between employees are valued, and positive teamwork is the outcome.

4. WHAT’S THE JOB SECURITY OUTLOOK?

The desire to work for a stable company is one thing our multigenerational workforce can agree on. While job security can’t always be guaranteed, finding an employer with a strong performance record provides an extra cushion of stability and the opportunity for you to thrive in a healthy environment.

For more help with your job search, apply now or contact EG – we’re here to help you succeed.




When you’ve decided it’s time to move on from your current job, find yourself a recruiter. You’ll land a job faster, and that new job will likely be a better fit for your skills and your life.

MATCHMAKER

A recruiter works for dozens of companies who are hiring now. This gives them the inside scoop on the kind of person the employer wants to hire, and insights about the job beyond what you’ll get in a job description. Because they’ve placed many people into new jobs, they even have knowledge of what it’s like to work for a specific company.

Your recruiter also works for you. She wants to find the right job for you and will only send your resume to companies where she expects you will thrive. She’ll also get your application in front of the hiring manager more quickly. “Most employers look at resumes they receive from an agency faster than they would if you applied on your own,” says Jodi Blanchard, EG Recruiter. “Hiring managers know that we’ve already pre-qualified you and that you’re armed with an understanding of the skills and experience necessary to be successful on the job.”

INTERVIEW COACH

A recruiter will help you represent yourself in the best way possible, both on paper and in person. Starting with your resume, recruiters will coach you with tips like adding volunteer experience or side jobs in order to emphasize your value to a particular employer. When you get selected for the interview, your recruiter will coach you with tips for talking with the hiring manager and fitting in at the company.

ENCOURAGING FRIEND

Your relationship with your recruiter doesn’t end after you land the job. Recruiters stay by your side beyond the initial hiring process and are there to help you grow into your new position after you start.

Helping people succeed is at the heart of what we do at EG, and EG’s team of friendly recruiters love their jobs. “It brings me so much joy to see people develop on the job,” says Sarah Senn, EG Recruiter. “The skills they learn also help them develop personally. It really makes me proud to have helped them.”

We’d love to meet you and help you succeed. Apply now or contact us to kick off your relationship with an EG recruiter.




You’ve put in the time and gained the necessary skills to advance in your field, but is that new role you’ve been eyeing really going to make you happier? According to Glassdoor research, company culture is two times more important in predicting job satisfaction than compensation and benefits, yet many of us get excited about a new job simply because we may make more money.

When you start researching a company’s culture, look for more than perks like weekly happy hours and discounts on your next car. Rather, learn about the company’s values, beliefs, and behaviors that guide the way they conduct business and ask yourself whether the company’s approach aligns with your personal values. Getting introspective about the values thing is good for employee and employer, so it’s well worth your time to do some research and give it some thought.

STEP 1: DEFINE YOUR VALUES

Set parameters around what matters most to you in a potential employer. Do you value work-life balance? Community engagement? A free daily cappuccino? Innovation? Transparency? Flexible work schedule?

Create a list and rank these values in order of importance. Pull out the list when faced with a new career opportunity to help you spot companies who believe what you believe, and warn you about companies that would not be conducive to your professional growth.

STEP 2: RESEARCH

Research your target company while envisioning what it would be like to work there.

Start with the employer’s website. Browse the “About” section and focus specifically on areas like “Culture” or “Social Responsibility.” This will give you an understanding of the type of activities, language, and imagery the company uses to portray themselves as an employer of choice. Sites like Glassdoor or Indeed also provide useful insights into what it’s like to work for an organization from the employee perspective.

STEP 3: BE PASSIONATE

You should never compromise your values to try to fit into an organization’s culture. Your beliefs exist for a reason, and it’s vital to your career success and happiness that you take the steps to find an organization that complements them.

At EG, our values guide everything we do. We communicate them through recognition in meetings, annual award ceremonies, and in-office signage; and we acknowledge each other when we see company values being acted on in the workplace. It doesn’t matter how the organization you’re vetting chooses to verbalize their values, but it does matter that they genuinely live them on a daily basis.

To take a step forward in your career or discuss any other recruitment matter, contact EG. info@eg-us.com

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