September 02, 2015

Importance of Having a Harri Profile

September 02, 2015/ Christie

As we all know, job hunting and hiring is not what it used to be. Away with the traditional paper resumes, and into the future of online profiles, with the creation and help of the Internet. Nowadays, job recruitment has transitioned into applications and submissions completed on the web, so it is highly important that you have a virtual resume.

Here are a few reasons why having an online profile, like Harri, is important as we move forward with the times:

Paper Resumes Will Be Obsolete

Recruiters have a lot on their plates already, so it is very likely that they may not want to hassle with more papers and material. They may even possibly misplace your resume under all their work. Instead, you should make a note to the hiring manager that you have an online resume. Make sure to provide him/her a link to your profile via email before your actual interview.

Polished and Professional Portfolios

Creating a Harri profile is relatively quick and easy, and results in a polished, professional portfolio. You can showcase not only your work and experiences, but also other things, such as your personality, skills beyond the workplace and what you are passionate about, including hobbies and talents. For example, with the Gallery, you can display photos and videos of your craft, whether you are a pastry chef or barista.

Easily Customizable

Online profiles are highly customizable to suit your choice of field/industry. You can quickly update and make modifications to your resume on Harri. If you have a new job or want to add more pictures, you can, and with just a few clicks of a button.

Greater Exposure and Online Presence

Internet usage and social media consumption continue to grow year after year. When employers are looking to hire, they can easily browse through online profiles and resumes, and reach out to you, as a job seeker, without much effort if they are interested. Additionally, with a Harri profile, you have far greater reach and exposure, thus meaning a greater chance of being hired than someone that does not have online presence.

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August 28, 2015

5 Must-Haves for a High-Impact Harri Profile

August 28, 2015/ Christie

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As a professional in the competitive industry of hospitality, it's important to understand the influence your personal brand will have in helping you stand out to employers. The truth is the resume is dead, and as a hospitality professional you need to discover unique ways to showcase your skills and personality. That's where Harri comes in. Designed by HR Managers from the country's top restaurant establishments, your Harri profile allows you to seamlessly present information such as your skills, personality, strengths, and work experience.

To make the most of your Harri profile, here are five tips to help you put your best foot forward:

1. Take a dynamic photo.

A picture is worth 1,000 words, so make sure yours tells the right story. While professional head shots aren't a requirement, keep this in mind that selfies, group photos, unclear or inappropriate pictures will not portray you the right way and come off as unprofessional.

2. Create a strong headline.

The first thing about you employers will see on your Harri profile is 'Three Words About Me'. Make sure you select three strong, dynamic words that compliment your personality. Remember, you can only make one first impression.

3. Compose a passionate (yet short!) description of yourself.

This is your chance to truly shine! Why did you choose to work in the hospitality industry? What are your career goals? What are your biggest accomplishments? These are great examples of how you can create a unique story behind who you are and why you would make a great addition to someone's team.

4. Develop a list of your professional skills.

Harri gives you the ability to tag skills on your profile. Not only does this allow you to display your talents in an organized fashion, but also employers are able to search, filter, and connect with members based on the skills tagged on your profile.

5. Optimize your job descriptions.

Expand on your work experience through strong, concise descriptions of your role at each company. Keep in mind there should be a connection between your job descriptions and top strengths that you want employers to remember you for.

Want to know the best part? Once you create your Harri profile, you will have your very own personalized URL. You can share this URL whenever and wherever, whether it's with employers outside the Harri environment or across your own social media pages. It makes showing off that much easier.

And there you have it. Using Harri's unique platform to create your personal brand as a hospitality professional will allow you to showcase your skills and personality to employers like never before. Following these simple steps will help you creating lasting impressions and genuine connections with both employers and your fellow peers.

Update your Harri profile now to become a hospitality superstar.

July 29, 2014

Introducing the Harri Mobile App

July 29, 2014/ Harri Marketing

It's never been easier to find hospitality jobs.

Harri is the premier hospitality network with over 120,000 members. With our app, you'll be able to connect with top hospitality companies and discover who is hiring from anywhere.

The Harri Mobile App serves up tailored job opportunities directly to you, right on your smartphone. Simply swipe left to pass or swipe right to save. You can apply to your saved jobs with a few clicks. You'll never miss out on another great job opportunity.

Why use a plain old black and white resume when you can also use your smartphone to create a professional, custom profile? Separate yourself from the competition by using the camera on your phone to upload photos and / or videos which demonstrate your knowledge, skills and personality to show future employers everything you bring to the table.

Find out who's hiring from anywhere with our easy to use app and never miss another great job opportunity by connecting directly with top hospitality companies in a matter of seconds. It's time to job hunt the modern way. Download the Harri Mobile app for free.

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