In today’s rushed world, good listening skills can fall to the wayside. Everyone is concerned with only one thing: number one. However, these bad listening habits that we develop can damage our intelligence, relationships, and reputation. Not to mention, it makes for bad conversation. So, what are…
Searching for a new job can often be a lengthy, frustrating process. Yet, you have a much better chance of success when you take the time at the beginning to understand yourself, your goals and your value. Here are seven things worth clarifying in your…
Have you ever felt like you totally rocked an interview? You had all your questions and answers prepared, the hiring manager really seemed impressed, and they even hinted at a call back. You wake up the next morning with a huge grin on your face expecting…
A surprisingly easy way to stand out from others competing for the job is to send a thank you note after the interview. Many job seekers don’t send a note—maybe because they believe it isn’t necessary (it is), or maybe because they don’t know what…
So, you’ve finally lined up your next job after so many interviews – congratulations! You may be thinking that all of the hard work is over, right? WRONG! The hardest part is right around the bend and it involves making a good impression on your…
Before social media, employers primarily screened a job applicant based on the interview and what their previous employers and references had to say. Today, it’s a whole different story. Social media has allowed employers to peek into a job candidate’s professional and personal life. Social media…
You’ve done everything right. You searched and searched for your next career stepping stone, finally found a position that met all your criteria, nailed the interview, and accepted a job offer that exceeded your compensation expectations. However, it has been a few months and you’re now…
We’ve all been there: You’ve been introduced, you KNOW this person, and it’s your responsibility to introduce them to someone else. But you can’t remember this person’s name for the LIFE of you. And so begins the super awkward and uncomfortable moment that we all dread…
The simple answer to "when do I need to personalize my job-search communications?" is always. The hard part is knowing what communications need to be personalized and how to make them so. Frankly, there's no excuse anymore for not addressing emails and cover letters to an…
Looking for a job when you’re unemployed is tough. On the plus side, you have plenty of time to interview. The negative side is that many employers prefer to hire candidates who are already employed. Despite the advantage of being more attractive to potential employers, looking…