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Exploring the Most In-Demand Casino Jobs
For people who work in the gambling industry, 2023 has been a strong year. Gaming revenue broke records for the eighth straight quarter to kick off the year, exceeding $16.6 billion. That growth was consistent across every vertical of the casino industry, from traditional casino gaming to sports...
5 Proven Strategies for Taking Your Hospitality Career to the Next Level
Hospitality is consistently among, not just the largest global industries, but also the fastest-growing. The American Hotel & Lodging Association projects that demand for lodging will surpass pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2023, but finding staff to meet those consumer demands remains a...
Call it Quits: How Executives Can Resign Gracefully
Thinking of calling it quits? While seasoned professionals are experts at making a good first impression on hiring authorities, it can be tricky to leave a positive last impression with their employer. Whether you are leaving an executive role for greener pastures or trying to remove yourself from...
Interview Horror Stories from Employers and Job Seekers
Not every interview will go the way you expect. If you have ever experienced a bad interview as an employer or as a candidate, you are not alone. In the spirit of Halloween, we asked business leaders and professionals to share their interview horror stories so that others can learn from them. Here...
Ask a Recruiter: How Long Should You Take to Prepare for an Executive Interview?
For executives, it can be tempting to think that you have participated in enough interviews so you no longer need to prepare for them. In reality, that is not always the case. You would be surprised at the number of executives who have been stumped by a question during the initial phone screening...
The Most Popular Casino Companies: Top Gaming Employers in 2023
Whether you're a professional assessing your career options or an employer evaluating the competition, knowing the most popular casino companies can be valuable information. The top companies in the industry not only operate some of the world's most renowned brick-and-mortar casinos but also offer...
The Top Online Casino Management Certification Programs
One of the advantages of a career in gaming is the industry's low education requirements. Many people who work in this field get their training on the job, and you don't need to hold a college degree to find employment and advance your career. This holds true at the management level as well....
Spring into Action: Job Search Checklist for Executives
This article is Part One of a two-part blog series, in which we compiled a checklist for candidates (Part One) and employers (Part Two). As an executive, searching for a new job can feel daunting. Not only do you have to carve out time from your busy schedule to apply, but the hiring process is...
A Comprehensive Guide to Hospitality Career Paths
After taking a hit during the pandemic, the hospitality industry has roared back to life. The leisure and hospitality sectors added 1.3 million jobs in the second quarter of 2022 and that growth shows no signs of slowing, with the sector accounting for 32% of new jobs created in September. This...