Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm

5 Positively Propelling Job Search Tips

2010-09-13T11:17:00.000-07:00

A bit like a visit to the dentist, my encounters with clients often occur when their job search pain outweighs the resistance to the medicinal salve and career healing that our collaboration will provide. Similar to how a person bears a toothache via self-service workarounds—chewing on the opposite side of the mouth where the cracked molar resides or tempering an infected tooth’s pain with daily Ibuprofen doses—these short-term fixes eventually give way to deeper dive procedures to meaningfully stem the pain and to prevent further, more damaging infection and loss.

Understandably, individuals who contact me for career services initially indulge in anxiety-filled, self-absorbed conversations that evoke their throbbing career search pain. Like a temporary crown or a prescription drug to reduce the swelling, our initial conversations and targeted homework act as an initial salve to calm frayed nerves and lessen the most dominating hurt.

Helping steer a more direct route: repairing tattered listening skills and settling scattered thoughts, bringing about the realization they are no longer alone on this wilderness journey, a tumultuous voyage filled with roadblocks, potholes and danger signs, one unlike which they may have EVER encountered in their corporate climb up the career ladder, is just part of the journey we undertake.

Bottom line: Calming one’s nerves and regaining positivity and forward-momentum are fundamental to an optimistically focused job search. Though assuaged nerves and a focus on positivity are essential to a job search in a sea of opportunity, many people remain landlocked, shackled by negativity and with no intention of changing.

In a recent article by TalentCulture Founder Meghan M. Biro, she discusses “finding your intent” and making “every action resonate with the intent to do something positive to improve your workplace.” I would like to extend this idea further to individuals in career transition (who are often dealing with the emotional ache of job search), to encourage them to make every action resonate with the intent to improve not only their unemployed situation but also to elevate their energy and attitude. This intention knits so intimately into the job search process and impacts the results.

Having personally experienced the storms of loss in the past 10 years, I can tell you there are MANY ways to empower oneself following a major blow to one’s ego and financial-sustaining foundation.

1. Adjust and then manage your expectations: Job search often requires hours ofmind-stumping retooling. Don’t give up! Like a persnickety motor on your automobile (or in my husband’s and my experience, our sailboat), you may find yourself investing energy and finances into a variety of resources, only to find that when you turn the key, ‘kerplunk,’ your job search engine fails to start.

2. Adjust your plan: Current action steps not working? Search for NEW ways to achieve traction, one feat at a time.

If this means deep-sixing non-traction-inducing action steps that you had etched firmly into your 15-page job-search success plan, do it! You can always return to your well-thought-out and expertly drawn up action plan later, but in the meantime, do not become so attached to it that you cannot adjust.
In the case of the non-functioning sailboat motor, my husband and I relented control (and perceived expense) and invested in a new motor and an expert to install this new engine. As a result, we have been sailing into the sunset for nearly a year following our outlay! Job seekers, perhaps there are outside resources into which you may invest both intellectual and financial resources that will help restart your job search motor. Shift your thinking from “cost” to “investment” in yourself!

3. Identify one new actionable item to try, then just DO. Reach out to others who’ve been there/done that, and ask THEM what worked in THEIR job search. Try to avoid feeling overwhelmed, since they may espouse a list of 10+ must-try action steps that delivered their job-landing miracle. Instead, really listen to their suggestions, brainstorm with them, and then pluck just one suggestion that resonates. Then DO IT; implement the idea, even if it means moving outside of your comfort zone. You will be surprised at the impact of just ONE new to-do item may have!

4. Transform yourself and your career value. Yes, you already may have five, 10, perhaps even 20 years of value dripping from your career arsenal. This is GREAT! Now think: what more can I learn? Where might I boost my learning, expand my credentials and grow my experience to add value to my target audience (hiring decision-maker)?

Enroll in a class (in-person or Internet-based) that will develop your mind in subjects attractive to your focus audience. If your target audience is technical, take a computer course. Are you vying for healthcare-related roles? Find a class centered on medical issues. You get the drift. Identify relevant class work that will nourish your mind while expanding your worth to your target audience.
Volunteer your talent with an organization that intrinsically requires that you learn as you contribute. When I began my career in career management, I joined the local Society of Human Resources Management chapter and immediately volunteered to join a committee. Within weeks, I was committed to attending monthly Marketing Committee meetings.
Volunteer your talent, plus assume a leadership role! After a couple of years contributing as a SHRM chapter committee member, I was tapped as Marketing Committee Chair. For about six years, I invested intellectual capital into this human-resources-focused endeavor as a way to learn with and from like-minded professionals, individuals who reciprocally harbored intellectual capital that was of value to my clients and me. At the same time, I was able to give back, leveraging my writing and creative marketing talent. In this way (and of value to me), I nurtured my leadership skills.

5. Invest in yourself and your career management. I would be remiss not to mention (based on my passion and belief in the absolute value of the written word) that career reinvention begins with your own introspection and precision-focused career positioning documents. A well-articulated story is the springboard from which all career conversations emanate. Placing value on yourself, your career and the investment in building meaningful, quality-centered communications is integral in a successful and smooth job search process.

Unplugging from negativity and intending to create and surround oneself with positivity will inevitably improve your job search and career advancement efforts and will ultimately elevate the corporate community and culture within which you contribute. With an eye on what can be instead of the obstacles, most of us can create new opportunity arteries instead of letting economic and social blockages impede us. Many how-to paths are available for us to explore; go exploring today!

A job search for some is one of the hardest things they have to do. Reuling and Associates welcomes your comments and suggestions.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Contact | Reuling and Associates:
751 Roosevelt Road, Suite 115
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
p. 630.446.0746
f. 800.861.1499
e. info@reulingandassociates.com
www.reulingandassociates.com

Launching Your Job Search 2.0 | When it comes to looking for employment, savvy job seekers put social media to work for them.

2010-09-07T12:03:00.000-07:00

When it comes to looking for employment, savvy job seekers put social media to work for them

By: Melinda F. Emerson

When was the last time you looked for a job? Did you mail out paper resumes? Apply to postings on megasites such as monster.com and careerbuilder.com?

It's time to try some new tactics. I suggest that you upgrade your online presence so that you are prepared for Job Search 2.0.

This is not the job search you conducted even five years ago. I define Job Search 2.0 as launching an all-out press using social media networks to strategically find the right opportunity. That means using LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook and understanding how recruiters are using social media networks to find qualified job candidates.

LinkedIn has a reputation as a recruitment tool. But now Twitter and Facebook--once used mainly for finding old high school chums and letting people know what you're reading--also can help with your midlife career switch. According to the 2009 Jobvite Social Recruitment Survey, employers and recruiters are using social networks more than ever before:

• 80 percent use or plan to use social networking to source candidates

• 77 percent use social networks to find passive (employed and not looking) candidates

• 76 percent plan to invest more in employee referrals

• 46 percent will spend more on social networking

• 36 percent will spend less on job boards

Why has social networking become so important in the recruitment process? Here are three simple reasons: Social media offers lower costs and increased access to higher-quality candidates for employers, and access to more targeted opportunities for job seekers.

Social Networking Job Search: A Case Study

Andrea Green, 43, says it only took her a month to land a job in a new town using the social media networking site LinkedIn.

She had a job in Lafayette, La., but was looking for fresh start in Washington, D.C. Before packing her bags, her first task was to find a job in her target city. She started her search by completing her LinkedIn profile, which means she secured three online recommendations to get a 100 percent complete profile.

Next, she searched LinkedIn groups related to her field of project management. Initially, her search turned up way too many groups, so she narrowed her focus to her target city. Of the 25 groups that turned up, she joined three. "I researched these groups to see if any of them had job boards, and I posted notices that I was looking for a position," Green says. "I was also able to apply for eight jobs directly."

She scanned group participants and invited them to join her network. "I would reach out by sending a message through LinkedIn reminding them that I was a member of their group. I would ask them about the job market in their town. I found people really helpful--even recruiters who didn't have positions would give advice and share contacts."

Within four weeks of her initial posting, Green received a message from someone in her extended LinkedIn network pointing her to a recruiter who had project management openings in the D.C. area. Green connected with the recruiter through LinkedIn and later sent her resume via e-mail. She landed an interview--which resulted in a job offer the same day.

Green says job seekers must be willing to put themselves out there using social media to expand their professional networks. She shares these tips:

• Update your resume and have it done professionally.

• Know what you're looking for in a job so your network can help you.

• Don't be afraid to contact people you don't know online.

Career coach Tai Goodwin, publisher of careermakeovercoach.com, says many job seekers make the mistake of jumping right to available positions posted on job boards. "A better starting place is using tools like LinkedIn to identify companies they want to work for," she says. "Look for companies that are aligned with your values, have a work environment that's in line with your needs, and that have a solid reputation when it comes to how they treat their employees. Then look for jobs in those companies."

Candidates should think of themselves as a business and the companies they're pursuing as the target audience. "Monster and Careerbuilder are great places to see what jobs are out there, and even do some keyword research for revising your resume," Goodwin says. "But given how swamped job boards are, I recommend using them after you've identified the target companies you want to work for."

New and Noteworthy

Since January 2009, the Charlotte, NC-based website Tweetmyjobs.com has attracted 44,000 job seekers. Candidates set up profiles to find temporary and full-time employment, and the website lets job seekers filter information from more than 9,000 job channels. On average, the site posts 768,000 job tweets a month and sends out instant job updates via Twitter and text messages. One of the great things about Tweetmyjobs.com is its simplicity--you don't need to be a power Twitter user to use the service.

Other job search resources include:

• Twitjobsearch.com scours Twitter, flagging tweets about job openings and allowing job seekers to find relevant opportunities among the noise of Twitter.

• JobDeck is a joint venture between TweetDeck.com and Twitterjobsearch. JobDeck is a twitter management tool specifically for job hunting. This application allows you to manage your Twitter job search and connect with contacts across Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn from one screen.

• Indeed.com is one of the most comprehensive search engines for jobs and is simple to use. Since 2004, Indeed has given job seekers free access--instantly, in a single search--to millions of jobs from thousands of company websites and job boards.

Mining Facebook

Do you plan to use Facebook to find a job? Goodwin says the network is a good tool and that your success will depend on the friends in your network.

"You can e-mail your Facebook network to let them know about your job search and ask for referrals," she says. "My best recommendation for using Facebook is to join career-related groups and connect to Fan Pages of career coaches who can offer you tips and resources to help with your search."

Have you had success using social networking to find a job? Reuling and Associates welcomes your comments and suggestions.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Contact | Reuling and Associates:
751 Roosevelt Road, Suite 115
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
p. 630.446.0746
f. 800.861.1499
e. info@reulingandassociates.com
www.reulingandassociates.com

9 Top Online Resume Resources

2010-09-07T11:22:00.000-07:00

9 Top Online Resume Resources | by: Shannon Russo
I keep everything online from my music to my bills and everything in between. I have practically my life online. Including my resume. I recently asked a candidate if they had a link to their online resume…all I got was silence. No stuttering, no excuses –just silence. My guess is they didn’t know there could be such a thing. Well there is! Here’s a list of 9 online resume resources! So if you’re ever asked for a link to your online resume you won’t be stuck with your face looking like this--à:-0

1. iResume provides ease and convenience for you to create, manage, and submit your online resume. You have access to your iResume from anywhere in any format, which can be used for any recruitment transaction.. iResumeprovides a clean, sleek, standardized resume and professional profile solution with the ability to integrate into all of the common recruitment systems. It is easy to use, provides iResume submittal tracking and statistics, and it is positioned to become the most widely accepted standardized resume available.

2. Gigtide is a website that lets you create, publish, manage and track your resumes, contacts and cover letters online. You can store unlimited resumes, contacts and cover letters and there are professional resume templates to help you. You also have the option of creating a social media resume, which includes images, video, direct links and sharing functionality. Another interesting feature is a direct employer contact form, where employers can contact you directly through your resume.

3. Howtowritearesume gives you an easy way to build a professional resume, without being an expert. You get their phrase builder technology, which helps you build compelling headlines, qualifications, achievement statement and more. Their “one-click formatting,” automatically reformats your resume and makes it easy to choose the best layout. Your resume is stored online and is accessible by potential employers. The templates are all predefined, so filling in the blanks is a breeze!

4. Emurse allows you to create, share and store your resume for free online. Their resume builder is job seeker friendly, allowing you to create and maintain a professional resume which can be downloaded in any format, such as PDF. Just like LinkedIn, your resume can have a unique URL linked to your name and the ability to view employers who have seen your resume in the past. You also get statistics and graphs to aid in resume distribution.

5. Razume is a service that enables you to complete your resumes and polish them up with feedback from reviewers in the community. The resume you create using this service is exactly like traditional resumes, but this service allows you to improve your resume so you better your chances at landing your next job.

6. ResumeBucket provides you with a unique URL for your resume and enables you to promote your resume on your website or blog with embeddableResumeBucket badges, or you can keep your resume private. In addition, resumes are shareable via popular social bookmarking and social networking sites.

7. ResumeSocial is a social resume community, where you can post your resume online and get feedback, just like Razume. Registered users can build a resume through feedback and comments from other users who have similar job experience. You can also be a resume expert and become a valuable member of the community by providing others with assistance. There is also an area for sharing cover letters and follow-up letters. When someone finds your resume on this site, they can print it, quote it, favorite it and email it to other people.

8. VisualCV is a website that provides users with a virtual resume, as well as a database of job openings and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a job seeker, entrepreneur, consultant, student or manager, VisualCV lets you display all of your credentials in an easy to read format, with multimedia integration.

For example, you can upload or embed a video resume or a podcast of you being interviewed. You can also combine other elements, such as images, charts, awards and recommendations, in addition to traditional resume fields such as “work experience”

Their latest capabilities allow job seekers to integrate their resume with social media sites, such as LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook, to share their qualifications with friends and colleagues. When you update your resume, it can be shared through websites such as Digg and StumbleUpon.

9. Xing is a social network with over 7 million business professionals globally, and is read in 16 languages. Aside from being able to create a profile, the networking part of this site is what shines. There are over 22,000 groups and networking events from London to Beijing advertised.

Xing offers many of the same services as LinkedIn, and like LinkedIn, Xing can serve as your online resume and cover letter. The standard service lets you create a professional profile page, search for people by name and industry, and join groups and events. When you login, you’ll see jobs that might interest you, new members, visitors to your profile and much more.

Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm can answer all of your online resume resource(s) questions.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Contact | Reuling and Associates:
751 Roosevelt Road, Suite 115
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
p. 630.446.0746
f. 800.861.1499
e. info@reulingandassociates.com
www.reulingandassociates.com

How social media can help graduates build their personal brand and get a job | Social Media Today | By: Matt Ambrose

2010-07-09T14:21:00.000-07:00

It’s tough for graduates out there: we’ve just come out of a torrid recession, 1000s of public sector jobs are to be axed and there are 70 of you competing for every role.

It’s certainly a challenging time to be looking for work. But you can boost your chances of getting an interview by using the internet to promote your personal brand to employers.

Blogs, Facebook and Twitter give you the tools you need to project the image of a proactive, passionate and enthusiastic up and coming professional that employers should be fighting over to get in their organisation.

How to build your personal brand

Facebook – It’s no secret that employers now use Facebook to screen candidates. But before you rush off to lock your profile from prying eyes, Facebook can be used to your advantage. Update your public details to give employers a positive impression, such as information on your work experience, hobbies, interests and qualifications. In the ‘About me’ section write a positive, inspiring branding statement that reflects why employers should give you an interview. Replacing your profile photo of you wearing a traffic cone with one in which you look smart, responsible and sober is also a good idea.

LinkedIn – Your old school and university friends are a good starting point for building your professional network. In particular, connect with those who graduated in previous years and are already active in the workplace. You never know who’ll be able to point you towards a job opening or can put in a good word for you. Join discussion groups related to the industries you’re interested to get some insight into the hot topics and to ask astute questions – you never know who might have an opening for a proactive graduate.

Blogging – Blogs are great for expressing your passion and interest in the profession you’d like to get into. You can also use it as an online resume, with pages on your employment history and interests. There are plenty of sites where you can start a blog for free (e.g. Wordpress.com) which enable you to be up and blogging in minutes.

Twitter – Sharing links to your blog, reTweeting experts in your industry and posting links to relevant news stories will help to build your exposure amongst professionals in your targeted industry. Following experts in your field to get you an insight into the key trends and if they follow you back, you never know, it might lead to a job opportunity.

Whether you’re a graduate, school leaver or have recently been made redundant, finding a job at the moment isn’t going to be easy. But social media can give you a platform to demonstrate the enthusiasm, passion and proactive attitude that will tick all the right boxes with employers and push you further to the front of the queue.

Reuling & Associates has been set up purely with the aim of providing clients with the very best people in the United States and candidates the very best roles available.

Contact us today! p. 630.446.0746 | e. info@reulingandassociates.com | www.reulingandassociates.com

5 Tips for Job Seekers on Corporate Social Networks | By: Anne Berkowitch

2010-07-09T14:05:00.000-07:00

Anne Berkowitch is co-founder and CEO of SelectMinds, the leading provider of networking and referral technologies and of the recently launched TalentVine referral recruiting solution. You can follow SelectMinds on Twitter at @SelectMinds.

There’s a lot of talk these days about using social networks as job search tools as well as sources for recruiters and HR executives to scout talent. Many organizations opt to build secure, private networks for their current and former employees that provide a place for people to connect and refer opportunities, contacts and information to one another. Here are some tips to get the most out of these increasingly common company networks.

1. Remember Your Resources

While it may be natural to dive into the wider web in your job search, you might be better served to take advantage of resources and people you are already connected to. Many businesses of all sizes offer networks to connect current and former employees. Check in with HR heads of former employers and find out what networking tools they offer. In the battle for great talent, it’s in their interest to keep up with you and where your career is headed.

2. Present Your Best Self

When building your identity and reputation on a company network, it’s important to remember that these networks are professional environments that are rarely anonymous. While you may have shared some drinks at the holiday party in 2007, you still want to engage with current and former colleagues on a strictly professional basis. Remember to update your information (title, company, leadership experience, etc.) regularly, perhaps every quarter, and point it out to relevant people as appropriate.

Also note that while you’re maintaining a professional presence on internal company networks, your public social profiles on Facebook, Twitter and other sites will often be checked by recruiters before they make contact with you. We’ve all heard the horror stories — for example, applicants updating their status or tweeting before and after an interview with disparaging or confidential remarks about the company. We’ve heard about recent college grads who have thousands of photos on Facebook, many of which are not work appropriate. These are lessons applicants need only learn once. Showing some personality is important, but it’s a fine line.

3. Reconnect

People are used to getting “Friended,” “Followed,” “Connected With” and more on a regular basis, so reaching out to past colleagues with whom you’ve worked should be well received. It’s a great way to share opportunities, personal and professional news, and stay up to date on happenings at your company. When you join a company network, spend some time identifying colleagues and friends within the organizations and acknowledge them on the network.

The foundation of many workplace relationships is gained in the first few days working together. A vendor my company works with recently had an influx of new hires due to business growth. The new team they assembled is full of characters and they promote camaraderie as an essential piece of their corporate culture. These employees are not just all Facebook friends but they’re neighbors, they Follow each other on Twitter, retweet each other, etc. They are connected personally and online in a way we know will continue even if one of them should make a career move.

4. Show Your Self-Motivation

As everyone knows, finding a job is work in itself. If you want to get advice from a former colleague or talk about business connections or job opportunities, you have to reach out. (Re)connect online and then consider setting up a get-together with former colleagues. Being outgoing and organized is a quick way to get recognized — a factor that’s sure to pay off in the future.

In-person meetings always go farther than a phone call ever could. For HR managers who work at large, global businesses, it’s nearly impossible to meet candidates face to face. But if you’re an executive and someone local is asking to meet up, it’s a great activity to make time for. I recently heard about a young job seeker who wanted to relocate and found out the local director at her dream firm had gone to a competing high school. That connection alone (pointed out in an e-mail she sent him when she happened to be in town) got her in the door and ultimately, the job itself.

5. It Can’t Hurt to Ask

Given the professional nature of company networks, it’s more common and expected for the topic of job openings and hiring to come up. Don’t be afraid to ask your connections how they got their newest job, why they left a company, or if they would be willing to make an introduction for you. Understand that these networks create mutual relationships, so be sure to offer connections, guidance and thoughts to others — engendering good will when it comes to a professional network goes a long way.

A woman my company works with has had previous high profile jobs in her field. As a result, many people know her and ask her for favors. The one she tells us she always obliges is giving honest answers to people who are considering going to work for her previous companies. Often these connections come through people she may need a favor from someday too, so it’s a valuable practice to help past companies find great talent, even though she’s already left.

The payment industry is becoming more dynamic every day | Reuling and Associates | 630.446.0746

2010-04-20T08:42:00.000-07:00

The payment industry is becoming more dynamic every day. The level of disintermediation with the emergence of alternative payments and payment gateways is increasing. In the near future, consumers will be able to buy goods and services at many retail establishments with traditional credit cards, Google Check out™, Revolution Money, Amazon.com Rewards Visa®, mobile phones, and more. Businesses will increasingly look for products that make their business more efficient and attractive to the consumer. From TPP gateways to streamlined services, chances are the business will also look to other sources besides a Bank for the solution.

From businesses to consumers, this should be motivation enough to create a co-opetition among the parties to leverage each others strengths and relationships to create a win-win combination. Banks can continue their focus to develop core deposits and loans. ISOs can focus on meeting the merchant’s needs and sales. TPPs can focus on technology and developing the best solutions to meet the Bank and Merchant’s needs. The reality in the end is if the Merchant’s needs are met, it will be a win-win situation for all parties involved.

By: Jorge Fernandez, CEO | First Payment Systems and CenPOS

Robin Ferrari, Director of Marketing | iStream Financial Services

Merchant Services Jobs | Reuling and Associates 630.448.0645

2010-03-24T07:42:00.000-07:00

National Sales Manager | Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm | Contact R&A Today! 630.448.0645

2010-02-25T17:33:00.000-08:00

About Our Client

Our Client provides a market leading software solution for the management of energy in large organizations. Used within the manufacturing, retail, education, government and health markets aimed specifically at analyzing energy consumption to assist organizations reduce their energy.

Position

Position: National Sales Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

Description

Our Client provides solutions for the management and reduction of energy consumption within large companies and organizations. They are currently expanding their US operation and are looking to recruit a National Sales Manager to oversee sales activities in the US. Based in their Illinois office you will be responsible for sales of their software suite. This will be a combination of direct sales from leads generated by the marketing team and also supporting a number of resellers and channel partners. You will initially manage sales activities across the whole of North America, until regional sales staff are recruited. In addition, you will assist with the recruitment of this regional team, which you will eventually be targeted to manage. This role will be based from Our Client’s offices in Illinois where most sales meetings will be held. Travel will be required to monthly trade shows and occasionally to client sites Nationwide. You will report directly to the VP of Sales, also based from Our Client’s office in Illinois. This role is ideally suited to someone who is highly self motivated with a background in IT, technical or software sales and is motivated to work towards pre-set sales targets.

Essential Experience

Working in a technical sales role
Working to meet sales targets
Selling software products in a customer facing environment
Good level of IT literacy

Personal Characteristics

Excellent leadership skills including the ability to mentor, coach and motivate
Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must
A passion for sales and motivating salespeople
Proven supervisory skills
Proven ability to perform independently with minimal supervision
Proven success in developing new business and managing complex sales cycle, from generating leads to closing deals.
Proven track record of penetrating and expanding large corporate accounts.
Proven track record of succeeding quotas and goals.
Experienced in selling both applications and services.
Exceptional written and oral presentation skills.
Proven track record of consistently exceeding corporate objectives and quotas
Self drive, motivated, and results oriented
Proven prospecting and sales cycle management skills

Please contact Reuling Associates 630.448.0645 or send along your resume to info@reulingandassociates.com

Merchant Services | Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2010-02-02T14:19:00.000-08:00

Reuling and Associates has been set up purely with the aim of providing clients with the very best people in the United States.

Helping you achieve

your hiring goals

MERCHANT SERVICES

Reuling and Associates has years of experience recruiting the best sales teams in the country. We provide outstanding service and results to a wide range of clients - from Fortune 500 companies to promising start-ups coast to coast.

Our clients within the Merchant Service industry have included some of the largest processors as well as small start-up ISOs. Our extensive database of sales professionals enables us to serve our clients recruiting needs.

Reuling and Associates offers contract, direct, and retained placements within all Sales disciplines.

People are a company's most important asset.

If you are an ISO with recruitment needs, contact us today!

630.446.0746

www.reulingandassociates.com | info@reulingandassociates.com

Merchant Level Salespeople (MLS) = Entrepreneurs? | Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2010-01-28T08:40:00.000-08:00

When you think of Merchant Level Salespeople do you think entrepreneurs? Of course you do, that is what makes merchant level sales people special. They are sales and marketing professionals, who are driven by gaining new business. They are the networkers, and the relationship builders for both inside and outside of their industry.

But how does a MLS survive in a recession?

1. Be relentless | Don’t lose sight of your daily, weekly, and monthly goals

2. New School Networking| Use Social Networking Sites such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to market yourself and your services

3. Old School Networking | Join a local business group who provides fellow members with business referrals (example: Dynamic Professional Women’s Network of Illinois (DPWN) )

Here at Reuling and Associates we are always looking for talented Merchant Level Salespeople.

If you are interested in exploring opportunities within the Merchant Service Industry, contact us today! 630.446.0746 | info@reulingandassociates.com

Or if you know of someone who might be interested, Reuling & Associates has one of the most dynamic referral programs in the merchant service industry. For every candidate that you refer to our company and we employ through one of our clients, we pay you $75.00! Just complete our survey | It is just that easy.

Start getting paid for helping someone find employment!
*Payment is only made if the referred candidate is hired.

What is an ISO? | Merchant Services | Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2010-01-28T07:29:00.000-08:00

An ISO, or “Independent Sales Organization”, is an entity that acts as a middle man. ISOs help to formulate a bank or bank/processor alliance. Within this kind of arrangement, an ISO has an agreement to sell the services of the bank or bank/processor alliance, and is allowed to mark up the fees and sign up merchants.

Also known as a Member Service Provider (MSP), an ISO procures new merchant relationships for the specific bank. ISOs generally recruit Merchant Level Salespeople (MLS) to solicit merchants. The MLS are independent contractors who work for upfront commissions and the right to receive ongoing monthly residuals for the accounts they refer to the ISO.

Reuling and Associates offers contract, direct, and retained placements within all Sales disciplines.

If you are an ISO with recruitment needs, contact us today!

630.446.0746 | www.reulingandassociates.com | info@reulingandassociates.com

New Position: Director of Insurance Claims | Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm

2010-01-26T12:14:00.000-08:00

Position Location: Chicago

A client of Reuling and Associates | Recruitment Firm is seeking a Director of Insurance Claims
The Director of Insurance Claims is responsible for prospecting and closing new accounts, maximizing revenue from existing clients, maintaining existing accounts, communicating with inside Account Management Teams and introducing new products to client base.

What Differentiates this Opportunity:

Strong infrastructure with scalability to support unlimited growth
Quality brand and positive market reputation
Unlimited upside commission

Essential Responsibilities:

Identifies prospects for company services.
Develops and implements focused strategies to obtain an audience of decision makers in which to formally present company capabilities.
Leads or coordinates, as appropriate, the response to formal Requests for Proposals from prospects or existing accounts who are re-bidding their programs.
Leads or supports, as appropriate, presentations of company’s services and capabilities to buying influences.
Grows annual sales volume by adding new accounts, increasing business from existing accounts and price increases.
Assists existing customers by responding to requests for information, assistance or problem resolution.
Communicates with all personnel involved in the sales process, service delivery and customer service to ensure total customer satisfaction.
Evaluates the potential market for company’s services as well as projections from current customers to provide information to management for business planning and sales and marketing strategies and tactics.
Attends sales meetings and completes sales reports, contracts, customer profiles, and other company documentation as required.
Keeps abreast of regulatory issues impacting the legal community, HIPAA compliance and relevant company policies, procedures, practices, and documents.
Develops and maintains a deep and broad network of moving related contacts capable of assisting with the development of new business.

Requirements:

· 10+ years of progressive sales success in the legal services, litigation support, insurance claims services or management within insurance claims vertical.

· Strong network of contacts in legal and/or insurance claims community.

· Proven track record with annual book of business $1MM+ range, if sales background

Please contact Reuling and Associates 630.448.0645 or send along your resume to info@reulingandassociates.com for an immediate response to your resume.

$1,000 Per Merchant Program | Reuling and Associates 630.446.0746

2010-01-26T08:32:00.000-08:00

How do you get your website on page one? | Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2009-12-10T19:32:00.000-08:00

Take advantage of Organic Rankings’ experience and track record in search engine marketing. Organic Rankings is an expert in this field, and we welcome the opportunity to prove it to you. That's why we're offering you a custom analysis of your current website and or web presence with actionable recommendations on how to legitimately and naturally improve search engine position.

Reuling and Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Contact us today! 630.446.0746

Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm | Goes Web 2.0

2009-12-10T19:12:00.000-08:00

In addition to traditional recruitment methods, we use social networking sites such as Twitter and LinkedIn to microtarget and engage prospective candidates.

Organic Rankings, the Online Internet Marketing Division of Reuling & Associates, provides personalized internet marketing strategy and execution resulting in increased visibility and higher search rankings.

When you sign-up as a recruitment client with Reuling & Associates you will receive a free SEO (search engine optimization) site evaluation.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Get Hired! | Construct Your Social Media Marketing Portfolio | Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2009-12-10T17:09:00.000-08:00

Social media marketing is the new cool kid in town! Companies big and small are scrambling to hire social media specialists on both contract and staff. Hiring managers are bombarded daily with irrelevant resumes and unqualified candidates. To differentiate yourself from the crowd, you must have a killer portfolio that illustrates your abilities, highlights your achievements and proves beyond a doubt that you know how to achieve results.

Bio
Take the time to write a clear and concise bio. Don't try to cover the specifics of your experience but rather provide a teaser that leaves the hiring manager wanting to learn more about you.

ex. Leah Atkin is a social media marketing specialist with years of experience promoting small and midsized businesses through social media channels. She develops successful marketing strategies that result in brand awareness, site traffic and increased online viewership. Her skills include: copy writing, community management, organic link building, video optimization, facebook application development and more.

Resume
Your resume must be easy to read! Don't make potential employers search for your work experience and education. Lay this part of your portfolio out in an easy to follow format.

Work Samples and Results
This is the creative section of your portfolio. Your objective is to show what you've done and how well you do it. Include:

* Screen shots of your work
* Explanation of your role
* Objectives
* Results

You must illustrate how you accomplished set objectives. The best way to do that is to show actual analytics on site traffic, friends, followers, conversions, and brand exposure.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services and Health Care.

Contact Reuling and Associates today! info@reulingandassociates.com

The Job Hunt | Old School V.S. New School | Reuling and Associates Recruitment Firm | 630.446.0746

2009-12-08T11:31:00.000-08:00

Are there really new rules to the job hunt? If you answered NO then you must not be using social media. The days are gone when simply posting your resume on Monster, e-mailing former colleagues, and surfing company websites for possible openings is enough. These days, if you are truly serious about being hired, you really need to put your iPhone and computer to work. That means getting the word out on social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace, sending instant job-search updates via messaging feeds like Twitter, and meeting new people who might be able to lend a hand through Web-networking outfits like LinkedIn and Ryze.

So let’s start getting the word out with Facebook:

Before you get started you should adjust your privacy settings on Fcebook so that potential employers and professional connections cannot view too much of your personal information.

How to get Facebook Job Search Applications:

First login to Facebook, click on Profile, type the application name in the search box, then follow the instructions to install. Or, visit the Facebook Application Directory and search using "job search" or "jobs" as keywords.

The following are my personal top 5 Facebook applications for job seekers:

1. Business Cards

2. Inside Job

3. Professional Profile

4. My LinkedIn Profile

5. CareerBuilder

For information on how to use social media for your job search, contact Reuling & Associates today! info@reulingandassociates.com

Top 5 Interview Tips | Reuling and Associates | 630.446.0746

2009-12-03T11:25:00.000-08:00

Be prepared, they may want more
Make sure you can expand on all of your answers. Your resume may well provide them with all the info they need - but the interviewer needs to check out your communications skills. However, make sure the additions to your answers add value, don't be long winded for the sake of it.
Need to present? Practice what you're preaching
If you're asked to make a presentation keep the content short and simple. If you have been asked to present for 15 minutes, make sure you have not completed it in five, or that you're still talking after half an hour. Run through your talk a few times in front of the mirror - this will help you get your timing right.
Ask them questions; consider their answers
There comes a point in every interview when you'll be asked: 'Have you got any questions?' The worst answer you can give is no. Think hard about what aspects of the job are important to you. Are there training opportunities for example? What are the opportunities for career progression? But be careful not to bombard the interviewer with a long list - they may have a tight interview schedule to stick to.
Take notes, get noticed
Don't be afraid to take notes, not only does this look professional, but jotting down your interviewer's answers could come in useful as a reminder of important points if you're called to a second interview. Moreover, noting the job's benefits could help in your own decision making if you have one or more job offers.
Exit gracefully, then follow up
Leave the interview in a polite and assured fashion, meet the interviewer's eye, give them a firm handshake and smile. If you are interested in the job follow up with a letter. On your way home write a recap of the interview when it's fresh in your mind. Compose a follow-up letter and post it within 24 hours. This shows you're enthusiastic and organized and may set you apart from other applicants in the interviewer's mind.

Interview questions | Reuling & Associates | 630.446.0746

2009-12-02T12:56:00.000-08:00

Q: Why do you want to work here?
A: This requires some forethought. It means that you go into an interview forearmed with facts and information about the company you are looking for a job with. If you've done your homework you have nothing to fear. Your reply should include the company's attributes as you see them and why these attributes will bring out the best in you.

Q: How do you work under pressure?
A: This question is offering you the opportunity to sell your skills to your prospective employer. Think of an example in your current job; explain how it arose and how you dealt with it. Do not say anything negative about yourself unless you can finish off your reply with what you have learned from the experience. You can also use this question to demonstrate how you can alleviate pressured work situations arising - that your own capabilities to plan and manage your time can reduce hasty decisions and panicked deadlines arising.

Q: Why do you want to leave your current job?
A: The acceptable answers to this question fall into two categories, how you feel about your career and how you feel about the company you currently work for. And your answer may include a combination of reasons from both areas. Regarding your career - do you want fresh challenges? More opportunity for growth? Would you like to develop new skills? With regard to the company, did you feel that your position was not secure? Was there nowhere else for you to go in the department? Does the company you are applying for a job with have a better reputation?

Q: What specifically do you have to offer us?
A: Start your answer with a recap of the job description of the post you are applying for, and then meet it point by point with your skills. It's important that you also paint a picture of yourself as a problem solver, someone who can take direction and who is a team player, and of course someone who is not only interested in their personal career success, but the success of the company.

Q: What is your greatest weakness?
A: This question is an attempt by the interviewer to tempt you into casting yourself in a negative light - don't do it. Always turn your weaknesses into positives, and keep your answer general. Try to think about allowable weaknesses for example, a lack of knowledge in a certain area is an opportunity for development. Frustration with others may signal your total commitment to a project or a perfectionist nature.

Q: What are your greatest accomplishments?
A: Keep your answer to this question job related, think of past projects or initiatives which you have played a part in and which have brought positive results for you and the company. Do not exaggerate your role, if your greatest achievement occurred as part of a team, then say so. It not only shows your ability to w

Sort out your resume in 10 easy steps | Reuling & Associates Recruitment Firm

2009-12-02T12:08:00.000-08:00

1. Make a first draft
Write down your current job title and list down all the things you do and are responsible for on a day to day basis. Re-read what you've written and try to prioritize your responsibilities. Think about what skills you need to do what you do. What have you done in your current role that has made you most proud? Asking yourself these questions will not only get you in a resume frame of mind, it will provide you with all the information you need.

2. Choose a format
Now you've got the knowledge you need - it's time to decide how to package it. There are three standard types of resume, and each has its uses.
The Chronological resume - This is almost an industry standard. Use it if your work history is stable and each move has seen you climb steadily up the career ladder. Not for frequent job changes or those who have had a case of the responsibility hiccups.
The Functional resume - For those who have experienced spates of unemployment or sporadic job jumps. This resume does not list employment dates or company names, preferring skills and responsibilities.
The Prioritized resume - A format for those about to undertake a career change, or whose current skills are not directly relevant to the job applied for. This resume is written prioritizing the work experience which is most relevant to the job you want.

3. Don't make it too long
Work to the maximum length of two-pages. No-one reads long resumes; they just reach the waste bin first.

4. Or too clever
Choose your content and your words carefully. Treat your resume as an outline sketch of your job history - highlight your strengths and abilities to problem solve using active verbs such as "responsible" and "achieved", which have universal appeal.

5. Type it, don't write it
Handwriting analysis may be a great fairground attraction - but potential employers will not take time to interpret your scrawl. Type your resume, no fancy fonts or flourishes - this is a case of emphasizing substance over style.

6. Tailor the content
Do you have friends who send you 'Round Robins' at Christmas? Cute, but admit it, you'd prefer something a bit more personal. For employers, the same applies, try a bit of tailoring, it doesn't have to be too much, but the occasional skills tweak can work wonders.

7. Exaggerators beware
So you weren't principal boy - then say so. Don't exaggerate your achievements, if your success was because of teamwork, identify it as such. It will make your claims more believable.

8. Spelling?
Your skills may win you the battle - but bad typing and grammatical mistakes will lose you the war. Run the spell checker, read your resume more than once or better still enroll a friend as a second pair of eyes.

9. Alert your references
Check your references before you use their name. It's a courtesy, and a good fail safe - they may have moved.

10. And don't mention the money
Keep your current salary to yourself for now, unless you're asked directly of course. Otherwise, if you earn too little or too much you'll have ruled yourself out before you even reach the door.

Referral Program | Survey

2009-11-13T11:07:00.001-08:00

Referral Program | Start Getting Paid for Helping Someone Find Employment! | 630.446.0746

2009-11-13T10:54:00.001-08:00

Reuling & Associates has one of the most dynamic referral programs in the merchant service industry. For every candidate that you refer to our company and we employ through one of our clients, we pay you $75.00! It is just that easy.

Start getting paid for helping someone find employment!

If you are ready to earn $75.00, simply complete the survey below and a representative will contact your referral within 48hrs. We will also contact you as soon as the referred candidate is hired.

*Payment is only made if the referred candidate is hired.

Looking For A Few Outgoing Business Savvy Texas College Students | Who Are $$ Driven!

2009-10-01T10:50:00.000-07:00

We are looking for smart capable students to join our client’s team

Job Details:

Title: Independent Outside Sales Agent

Location: Work from Home

BASIC FUNCTION:

Our Client provides point of sales payment technology and electronic transaction processing services to merchants nationwide. Sales are made through cold calling, referral market cultivation and current customer referrals. The Independent Agent’s role is in booking merchant accounts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ability to bring in new business

Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats with individuals or groups

Ability to handle multiple projects, work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to utilize personal computer, telephone, facsimile, copier, calculator and other general office equipment

Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions

Ability to interact effectively and positively with all levels of personnel, partners and vendors

Ability to handle confidential material appropriately

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS:

1. High School diploma required

2. Sales experience preferred

3. Effective knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Powerpoint required

4. Must have vehicle for use

To learn more about this exciting opportunity

Please send your resumes to: leah@reulingandassociates.com or call Reuling & Associates| 630.448.0645

Introducing the All New $1,000 per Merchant Program | Reuling & Associates | 630.448.0645

2009-09-29T19:53:00.001-07:00

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ABOUT: Sylvia J. Reuling | Senior Recruiter | CEO for Reuling & Associates

2009-09-29T19:01:00.000-07:00

Please email sylvia@reulingandassociates.com or call 630.415.9737

Sylvia J. Reuling, Senior Recruiter | CEO for Reuling & Associates brings years of recruitment and sales experience. Reuling & Associates has been set up purely with the aim of providing clients with the very best people in the United States.

Sylvia’s clients have ranged in size from small, pre-IPO start-ups to multi-national, billion dollar conglomerates. Industries include but are not limited to; sales, public relations, advertisement, and financial services, insurance, legal, marketing, and consulting. Sylvia goes the "extra-mile" to ensure that a successful, long-term relationship is established between herself and her clients and their associates.

Sylvia Reuling graduated from University of De Paul with an Undergraduate degree in Nursing

Specialties

Reuling & Associates Sales division staffs high turnover sales positions, banking and financial services, inside sales and call center, outside sales, national account executives, medical sales, bi-lingual, and software.

Reuling & Associates Health Care division staffs Registered Nurses, Physical & Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Surgical Tech, Imaging Professionals, and Nurse Managers/Directors, for full time placement.

Reuling & Associates HR division provides a full spectrum of HR staffing; contract, contingency and retained placement; project staffing; and HR out-sourcing.

Reuling & Associates is currently filling all level positions within Sales, HR, Accounting/Finance, Technology, Creative Services, Health Care, Legal Services and Insurance.