The Ultimate Job Search Checklist
Posted on June 16, 2014
If you’ve already gone through the proactive checklist to find a job, you have likely started working towards establishing meaningful relationships that have led to good job prospects. Now it’s time to take the next step and make sure the job opportunities you’re applying for will be …
Outplacement Blues: 3 Ways to Get What You Deserve
Posted on June 9, 2014
Losing your job is something no one ever wants to face, but sometimes it’s a reality we must overcome. If you’ve been laid off from work or your position was eliminated, your employer may refer you to an outplacement service. Outplacement services are outside firms who specialize in c …
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 …
This Secret Will Change Your Job Search Forever
Posted on May 27, 2014
We know a secret that will change your job search forever. Curious? It’s simple: Think like an employer! Although the answer may be simple, figuring out where to take your job search from here may not be. In order to think like an employer during your job search, you need to put yours …
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 …
How To Recover From Procrastination In Your Job Search
Posted on May 12, 2014
If you’re a college senior and you’ve waited until last minute to start your job search, you’re probably panicking about your post-grad plans. During the weeks leading up to your graduation, the pressure will continue to build as you try to find a job. However, the distractions of sch …
Is That Job Description Bogus? 3 Ways to Find Out
Posted on May 5, 2014
A job description can tell you a lot about an organization. A detailed one allows you to get an inside peek at the organization, gives you information about the position, and allows you to figure out if your skills and accomplishments are a match. A bogus job description? That’s anoth …
4 Secrets Of Avoiding Burnout During Your Job Search
Posted on April 28, 2014
For many job seekers, searching for a job can be extremely long and tedious. Day in and day out as you apply for jobs, attend networking events, build your personal brand, and even meet professionals for coffee, the entire process can become simply exhausting (especially when you don’ …
Not Landing Interviews? Your Resume Is The Problem
Posted on April 21, 2014
As you’ve prepared for your job search, you’ve probably read about everything you need to know about creating a stellar resume. You’ve learned that the perfect resume needs to be proofread, one page in length, and describe your accomplishments. In addition, you also know that you need …
3 Ways to Be a More Efficient Job Seeker
Posted on April 14, 2014
The number of unemployed people in this U.S. seems to be decreasing. According to the latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for March 2014 was 6.7 percent. The job market has grown in industries like health care, professional and business services, …