How many of your employees know the purpose behind your mission statement, how they contribute to it, or even what your mission statement is? A 2015 Achievers’ survey, The greatness gap: The state of employee disengagement, states a staggering 61 percent of employees don’t know their company’s mission statement. What’s more, of those who are familiar with their company’s mission, 57 percent are not motivated by it.

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The same survey shows only half of employees (49 percent) are happy at work. A greater number of employees are searching for new careers where they can identify with the company’s values and feel their role has a purpose.

Here’s how engaging employees with your mission statement can change these numbers:

In today’s interconnected world, the majority of professionals are increasingly using technology in the office, but there is debate over the impact of smartphones in the workplace.

A recent CareerBuilder study found eight out of 10 workers have smartphones, and 82 percent of those people keep them within eyesight at work. It comes to no surprise that 55 percent of employers feel mobile devices are to blame when it comes to lack of productivity in the office.

While smartphones might land you in a pinch in the office, if not used with professional restraint, a 2015 Pew Research study found 28 percent of job seekers — of which 53 percent are 18-to-29-year-olds — have used smartphones in some way to successfully assist in their job search.

Here are some do’s and don’ts for using your trusted phone to land your dream job:

When on a new job hunt, sometimes the hardest thing to do is to stand out from everyone else. This modern age makes it extremely difficult to appear distinctive because in most cases, you are not actually physically meeting your employer for the first few interactions with them.

Standing out requires creativity and uniqueness but, most importantly, leaving a strong first impression. Based on a study by the Journal of Applied Psychology, titled “Initial Impressions: What They Are, What They Are Not, and How They Influence Structured Interview Outcomes,” your first communication with an employer has a huge influence on your chances of getting that job. 

Many people understand what it takes to make a good impression in the real world, but are those skills easily translated to the cyber world? What can you do to make a good first online impression, and how can these tactics help you stand out among the rest of the applicants?

Here are three ways you can appear as the four leaf clover to an employer:

Knowing how to use your social media accounts is important when embarking on a digital job search because many employers use social media for their talent search. In fact, 73 percent out of 1,855 recruiting and human resources professionals said they have hired a candidate through social media, according to a 2014 Social Recruiting Survey by Jobvite.

At this point, most of us know what not to do on social media. But how should you use social media to a standout from other job candidates?

Here are three ways you can take your online personal brand to the next level and stand out from other job candidates:

There is no denying the Internet has fast become one of the most important tools for job seekers, as more and more digital job search resources have become available and even mobile-optimized.

If you are not using online resources during your search, you are part of a minority. According to a 2015 study from the Pew Research Center, 79 percent of Americans looking for work within the last two years have used the Internet during recent searches.

Digital job searches yield results for many hopeful job seekers. The Pew Research Center reports that 34 percent of them claim online resources were the most important tool available, second to personal and professional networks, on the list of Americans’ most important resources.  

Just like any other career endeavor, job seekers need to be equipped with a set of skills. Social skills are still very valuable for networking and interviewing, but what about the skills you need for successfully locating openings and landing interviews?

Here’s a look at what skills you’ll need during your digital job search:

During your long-term job search, taking on freelance projects is a great way to stay afloat as you work toward your career goals.

Not only does it pay the bills, but it helps you remain competitive in the job market, through keeping your skills sharp, helping you develop new skills, making connections and building your portfolio.

If you’ve decided freelancing should be your next career move, you may need some help getting started.

Here are some steps for becoming a successful freelancer and using your experience to land a full-time job:

As a career counselor, it’s your job to keep your job seekers up to date on the hiring trends they need to know to land a job. 

To take advantage of the current job market, inform job seekers about these four important hiring trends:

A job search can be a long and difficult process. If your search is dragging on and you see no end in sight, review your efforts and make sure you’re not making any of these seven common job search mistakes.

Searching for a job can be an exhausting task. Trying to prepare a resume, keep your network fresh, and stay current with your interview skills can be overwhelming. And to make matters worse, career management is about more than just finding a job; it’s about keeping track of your career as a whole and monitoring its direction and focus.

While there are a lot of things job seekers are getting right, there are certain elements of career management many job seekers overlook.

Here’s what you might be forgetting:

You’re busy. How can you possibly find a new job when you consistently have a million things to do?

The difficult thing about searching for a job is it’s not just a one-and-done endeavor. It’s a process that builds momentum over time that requires regular maintenance; another task to add to your overflowing list. No wonder you don’t have time to find a job.

However, there are a few ways you can integrate your job search into your life by using tools and discovering opportunities you may not have seen before. Here are some reasons you haven’t had the time to find a job, and how you can overcome them: