Career and Professional Development Advice

5 Things You Should Never Do When Starting a New Job — And 5 Things to Do Right Away

There can be numerous upsides to starting a new job: a fresh culture, new relationships and colleagues, and (hopefully) exciting pay and benefits.

There are plenty of things to do on your first day at a new job to set …

By Ivy Exec
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What Are Writing Skills?

You don’t need to be the great next American novelist to use writing skills. Writing skills apply to nearly every field, even if you’re not working in a creative career.

At work, writing is a hard skill we use to …

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How Can I Stay Motivated in My Job Search After 50?

We already know that it’s more difficult to say motivated in your career after 50, and there’s intriguing research that proves it. 

When you reach your mid-thirties, you’ll likely see a decline in your motivation to get promoted or take …

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How to Search for Job Satisfaction Instead of a Job

While it’s easy to hyper-focus on a position that fits your major, the qualifications needed, and the paycheck, there are still several other factors to consider when searching for a job. Overall job satisfaction is a critical factor to consider.

By CareerShift
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Switching Gears: How to Successfully Change Careers

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving job market, the concept of a lifelong career with a single company is becoming increasingly rare. More and more people are embracing the idea of switching careers, whether to pursue new passions, seek better opportunities, …

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How to Influence the Culture of Your Hospital

Hospital culture encompasses the beliefs, behaviors, and attitudes that shape the way staff members interact and work within their care setting. Just as every patient is unique, each hospital has its own culture, influenced by its history, leadership, staff, and …

By HospitalRecruiting
HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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13 Tips for What to Do When You Receive Multiple Job Offers

Many students, recent graduates, and others early in their careers are thrilled when they receive even one job offer when they’re searching for a new part-time, seasonal, internship, or entry-level job. But some of those quickly find themselves to have …

By College Recruiter
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14 Ways to Identify and Communicate Your Unique Value Proposition to Employers

Those early in their careers, and even those who are many years into their careers, often don’t grasp just how arbitrary hiring decisions can be. Many candidates assume, incorrectly, that they’ll receive a job offer if they can convince the …

By College Recruiter
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Managing Productivity: How to Focus at Work When in a Personal Crisis

Going through a rough patch in your life can affect your productivity at work. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, caring for a sick relative, having some mental health issues, or facing financial problems, it’s easy …

By Ivy Exec
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5 Tips for Negotiating a Better Salary With No Work Experience

Many employers prefer candidates with work experience, but they may sometimes have entry-level positions. You may also land a job with zero work experience if you have an impressive educational background or when someone vouches for you.

While getting a …

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