20 Interview Mistakes You Might Be Making
You’ve made it past the resume selection process and set an appointment for an interview. This meeting will be your chance to make a first impression on what might be your future employer. You’ll want to appear confident and elaborate on your skills, experience and qualifications. It’s also important to avoid blunders that can decrease […]
How to Find Your Next Job
Are you tired of your work? Lost your position? Ready for a change? No matter the reason you are searching, there are some job-hunting strategies that can help you find the position you desire. The following are some steps you can take to help you find your next job. Update and tailor your resume: Develop […]
The Best Questions to Ask An Interviewer
A job interview is a two-way street. The potential employer is assessing you, deciding whether you’re right for the position. You’re deciding whether the position and organization are a good fit for you. This makes it vital that you prepare a list of questions to ask the hiring manager. What do you want to know […]
Improve Your Job Search Skills to Get the Job You Want
Hunting for a job can be difficult! There is a resume to create, job postings to sift through, interviews to prepare for, networking to undertake and a variety of expectations in different sectors and from different employers. The process can be complicated and stressful. So how can you find and land your dream job? The […]
Dealing with Stress in the Workplace
Even when you love your job, work is stressful. There are deadlines to meet, challenging obligations, excessive workloads, conflicting demands and difficult coworkers. Pressure at work is a fact of life. Left unchecked, stress causes everything from a cold or flu to heart disease and metabolic syndrome. It’s important to find effective strategies and techniques […]
How to Create a Resume That Will Get Noticed
Recruiters see hundreds of resumes a day! Since they can’t read them all, you have only a few seconds to capture their attention and avoid ending up at the bottom of the pile. You need to create a resume that connects with recruiters, one that stands out to potential employers. The following are some tips […]
10 Tips to Market Yourself For A Job
One of the main goals when crafting a resume is to capture the attention of hiring managers and set yourself apart from the competition. You want to advertise your skills while explaining to a company how they’ll benefit if they invest in you. How do you do this without sounding boastful? How do you effectively […]
Understanding the Needs of Your Employees
Talented, highly motivated, skilled employees are hard to find. After a rigorous interview process to find the best hires, you want to retain your top talent. You also want to keep your staff motivated and productive. To do this, you must understand your employees’ needs and expectations in the workplace. When you satisfy your workers’ […]
15 LinkedIn Tips to Help Your Job Search
LinkedIn is a social networking site designed specifically for the business community. A LinkedIn member’s profile page emphasizes skills, employment history and education. It has professional network news feeds and customizable modules. A good profile boosts your visibility, improves your web presence, strengthens your professional brand and allows you to interact with potential employers (share […]
OVERCOMING SELF-DOUBT DURING YOUR JOB SEARCH
When a job search lasts for months (or longer) self-doubt can creep in. Rejection letters and unsuccessful interviews become overwhelming and often result in negative self-talk. This internal battle has a profound effect on your hunt for new employment, reducing the positions you pursue and limiting your opportunities. Self-doubt can communicate to potential employers, leaving […]