How To Get The Job You Really Want
Posted on June 2, 2014
Let’s face it, almost every individual wants to land their dream job. Unfortunately, only 14 percent of Americans say they’re in their dream careers. When it comes to landing the job you’ve always wanted, you can’t rely on your resume and cover letter to do the work for you. Landing a …
How To Be Your Best Self During A Job Interview
Posted on May 19, 2014
Many job seekers share a common perception during a job interview — that they must please employers with their answers. However, this can cause you to come off as “fake” or lacking integrity during the interview. When it comes to job interviews, employers actually want to learn why yo …
I Quit! How to Say Goodbye Without Losing Your Cool
Posted on March 3, 2014
I’ve given a lot of advice about ways to land a job, nab those hidden connections, and manage your career to the best of your ability. But what happens when you already have a job and want to get out? What happens when you want to say goodbye? The latest numbers from the Bureau of Lab …
Job Search Going Nowhere? 6 Cool Things You Need to Try
Posted on February 24, 2014
If you’re in the job search, you’re probably feeling a range of emotions. Whether you’re transitioning careers on your own accord or were let go by your employer, the job search is a tough sea to navigate — and your ship can be hard to steer when you’ve hit the metaphorical iceberg. I …
How to Deal with Unresponsive Employers This Holiday Season
Posted on December 23, 2013
You’ve tirelessly tinkered away on your resume and cover letter. You’ve read up on the organization. You’ve sent out those winter job search applications. There’s just one problem: All you’ve got in response is, well, nothing. Nada. Crickets. While you may have read that the first qua …
5 Holiday Season Perks Job Seekers Should Be Thankful For
Posted on November 25, 2013
The holiday season is just around the corner! From snow-covered streets to warm fireplaces to festive food, the holidays offer a slew of perks. But they’re also a great time to reflect on the past year, evaluate what worked, and look ahead to see what needs to change. The same goes fo …
5 Crucial Questions to Ask Every Employer
Posted on October 24, 2013
When you’re looking for a job, you may believe you don’t have much input or power in the decision-making process. So many candidates never hear back from employers, and their resumes get lost in the job application black hole. It’s as if you’re speaking to a brick wall, unable to voic …
What Are You Looking For in an Employer?
Posted on October 17, 2013
As a job seeker, you probably apply to coveted organizations, try to hit up as many networking events as possible, and nurture your online reputation quite a bit. However, have you ever sat down and asked yourself a very important question: What do I want out of an employer? It’s some …
Severance Packages: What Employers Should Know
Posted on March 25, 2013
Employees leave companies around the world every day, for a variety of reasons ranging from personal life changes to employer dissatisfaction. For companies, maintaining a positive relationship with these discharged workers can be tough. Business reputation is on the line if they don’ …
What Happens When You Apply Online?
Posted on May 23, 2011
We hope, when we apply online that someone is eagerly waiting to read every word of our carefully crafted resume. It is highly unlikely an actual person is reading any of it, at least on the initial screening. Because companies continue to be inundated with resumes, more and more empl …