Sometimes, you’re in a job interview and out of left field comes a question so bizarre that you have no idea how it could possibly apply to this job. Why do interviewers ask oddball interview questions? Almost always, it’s because they are trying to get…
Searching for a new job is no easy feat. Whether you’re tackling the corporate world or you recently graduated from college, landing a job can be a stressful endeavor. The future is uncertain, and not knowing if a job will pay off is an intimidating feeling.…
Ever wonder what a potential boss wants to hear in an interview? What exactly can you say that will increase your chances of receiving a job offer? I recently heard some great advice that lined up with my previous experience as a human resources manager,…
Your attitude can impact your behavior and ultimately your job search results. Even if you can offer employers the exact experience and skills they are looking for (and more), you’ll have trouble getting the job unless you carry the right attitude. The wrong attitude leads to…
Don’t let your employment status dictate how much you enjoy the holidays. It can be hard to stay positive during the holidays when those aunts and uncles are nagging you about your job search and old friends are asking what you’re doing for work these…
In an ideal world, an interview is a candid discussion between candidate and interviewer about the job and whether the candidate is the right match. And indeed, candor will usually increase both participants' chances of ending up with the right fit. But there are some…
With December right around the corner, you’ve got one thing one your mind - the dreaded performance review, and nothing says “holiday cheer” less than your boss calling you into her office to discuss your work over the past quarter. Key word: discuss! Keep in mind this…
Using the wrong words can be hurtful…especially on your resume. After all the work you put into getting your resume just right, somebody has to read that thing. Odds are that if they’re reading your resume, then they read other people’s resumes as well. And to those who…
Feedback comes in all sorts of forms and in all sorts of places—especially at work. You get feedback from your boss, your coworkers, your desk neighbor, your clients, and more. Sometimes that feedback isn’t always going leave you with a warm, fuzzy feeling. In fact,…
Once again, you’ve found yourself staring at a blank Word doc devising the best way to write the dreaded cover letter. You ask yourself: Is this even necessary? Does anybody even read these? Despite what you may have heard, the answers are yes and yes. A cover…