For as long as people have been searching for jobs, some of those people have understandably complained about employers refusing to hire them because they have no experience yet the only way to get experience is to get hired.
What …
Although some employers like Amazon have stopped interviewing candidates for some jobs such as package handler, the reality is that virtually all candidates for virtually all jobs are interviewed by recruiters, hiring managers, and others.
Some interviewers are well-trained. Sadly, …
Navigating the early stages of a new job offer can feel like walking a tightrope, balancing between excitement and the drive to secure the best possible terms for yourself. But negotiating your starting salary is more than just a financial …
Sometimes, we don’t get everything we want and need to respectfully ask for what we’re looking for. That’s where negotiation skills come in — and they’re not just for asking for the salary we think we deserve (even though they …
Did you know that a staggering 50% of job terminations are attributed to poor habits in the workplace? Picture this: you’re diligently working away, but unbeknownst to you, your seemingly harmless habits are quietly chiseling away at your job security …
You quit your last job because it wasn’t a great fit.
You’ve had several successful interviews in searching for new employment and even made the final round before hiring a few times. But each time the hiring manager calls your …
Here’s a sad fact.
Most people are still writing 20th century resumes.
Back in high school or college, someone showed you how to write one and you have never changed it up. Well, just like big hair isn’t in fashion …
The first step to a successful executive job search is often the most overlooked step. It’s establishing a solid job search strategy—and it’s imperative to inviting leadership-level opportunities your way.
Setting up an executive job search strategy is simple. …
When applying for jobs, cover letters are an easy way to set yourself apart from the crowd and help you move on to the next round of consideration. This doesn’t mean, however, that you should write your cover letter in …
LinkedIn is, arguably, THE place to be for professionals these days, social media or otherwise. In the post-pandemic world, networking online is more important than ever, and, of course, LinkedIn is the place where most job applications live.
The first …
