A cover letter is more than just a formality. Often, they are the first meaningful impression you’ll give to a potential employer. Unlike a resume, a cover letter is your opportunity to justify your place in an organization and emphasize what makes you unique. If your resume is a collection of your professional plot points, […]

Interviews are about standing out, but beyond having the skills needed for a particular position, what is the best way to set yourself apart from the rest of the candidates? We asked members of Paycom leadership to provide their best interview advice and got some answers that you should hear before your next interview. We […]

Paycom is home to a diverse group of thought-leaders, and we’re fortunate to be able to ask a few members of our leadership team for their best interview advice. Get ready to take some notes, job-hunters! Dickens Aubourg, Director of Product Management Ensure you articulate what you are passionate about in life, why you have […]

You’ve submitted your application and finally got the call you’ve been waiting for! Your interview is scheduled, so now it’s time to get prepared to show them why you’re the right person to join their team. At Paycom, we believe in striving to find every improvement when it comes to human capital management. For many […]

With all the digital tools available to job-hunters, maybe it’s time to consider building a digital portfolio alongside your traditional resume. A digital portfolio is an online collection of work representing your abilities and experience as a professional in your field. Designed to be easily accessed by potential clients or employers, a digital portfolio can […]

As you begin your job search, it’s always a great idea to see what companies have hiring events on their calendars. Some may be in-person events, but virtual hiring events are becoming more commonplace. The ultimate goal for the job seeker hasn’t changed — you want to stand out from the crowd. With some preparation, […]

Your interview is going well so far. You’ve covered your work experience and touched on your skills, and things are looking positive. But it’s not over yet. “Tell us about your weaknesses.” Like its counterpart question (“What are your greatest strengths?”), interviewers use this question because they’re hoping to hear an honest assessment of where […]

We have good news and bad news, job hunter. The good news: Because you made it to the interview stage, you’ve got the qualifications for the position. The bad news: So do all the other candidates. How are you going to set yourself apart from the pack? Preparation is key You know the questions they’re […]

Your resume is polished, your wardrobe is on point and you’re ready for a potential new employer to put a face to your name. You tell them a bit about yourself and talk about your job history, and then they ask you to describe your strengths. Some candidates will choke, but you’ve prepared for this […]

You’ve done it. You’ve landed a phone interview with a potential employer. That’s a big deal!  We’ve collected a few tips to set you apart as a strong candidate and nail your interview. Do your prep work The most obvious piece of advice is to treat your phone interview exactly like any other interview, even […]

Traditionally, interviews serve as an important first step where both parties could take stock of the other in a personal, one-on-one meeting. But as technology advances, there’s a possibility your next job interview could take place via an app like Skype, Zoom or FaceTime. Without occupying the same physical space, how can you take advantage […]

There’s a bit of anxiety that sweeps over us after leaving an interview. You know the moment, when all your answers are on a playback loop, making you wonder if you blew it or nailed it. One question remains … just what was the recruiter or hiring manager thinking? Even more, did you ask them […]