If you want employers to keep on reading your resume, you’re going to need a resume that speaks to them. By this we mean a resume that can tell them what value you bring to the table, or that addresses the question, “What can you…
Asking questions in a job interview signals many positive things to a potential employer: that you’re intelligent, that you really are interested in this job, that you are motivated, and that you think critically. And, asking questions gives you information that helps you deliver better…
We all know that personal connections are the best way to grow a business, drive sales, or find a job. But the word “networking” makes most people break out in a cold sweat. It conjures up images of stuffy mixers where name tags and white…
When you find yourself living in a new city without a job, you are likely to encounter an added level of complexity in a job search. Perhaps you’ve moved to be with a spouse or partner whose company relocated him or her. Maybe you exhausted…
Your resume is up-to-date. Your cover letter is perfectly crafted. You’re poised and prepared for any interview question. But there is something missing from your job search toolbox: always ready referrals and references! Referrals and references can be extremely influential in the job search process. After all, companies today,…
It’s easy to become comfortable in your current job or workplace and think that networking efforts aren’t really necessary. Because that’s what it is – an effort, right? But not staying professionally current and connected can have serious negative implications on your overall career development. The…
Most hiring managers will close out an interview asking you point blank why they should hire you. If you’ve ever been stumped when it comes to this question, rest assured that you likely failed that interview. If you want to impress the hiring manager and demonstrate…
As many have discovered, however, there is an alternative path to a great career: job shadowing. Fully understanding what your desired industry or job entails is one of the most important parts of growing a successful career. Job seekers today want to be put on the right path…
You’ve moved past restlessness into the “Must Switch Gears” phase of your career. You know that if you wait any longer, you’ll become bitter and jaded. It’s time. People stand on this precipice thinking that their next move is a leap – the more dramatic, the…
Many job seekers want to get through the interview process as quickly and pain-free as possible. When your interview process includes hurdles like a skills test, background check and panel interview, it makes sense to wonder if it’s all really necessary. The easiest interview may not…