The new rules for a successful job search are not difficult to understand But, these rules have changed substantially from those religiously followed in the past. Most of the reason for these changes is that employers recruit in new ways, which now largely focus on new and increased use…
The world of office politics can be eye-opening and daunting to young professionals. And as many workplace veterans might tell you: there are certain lessons that can only be learned as you actually experience them. You won’t really know what it feels like to be fired,…
Listening to all the advice that's given to job seekers can leave your mind numbed. Everyone has words of wisdom for you, but much of it is conflicting. Everyone has an opinion based on their own experiences. "You should do such-and-such because that's what worked…
No matter how experienced you are professionally, networking events can be overwhelming. You’re thrown into a room with dozens and dozens of people you don’t know, and you have a limited of time to make an impression. While it’s tempting to stand in the corner…
Because people typically don’t leave jobs they are happy with, potential employers want to know what your reason was for leaving your last (or current) job. Is there an issue with you that will cause them to regret hiring you? Overall, it’s important that you keep…
Your job hunt has paid off and you’ve received not one, but two or more offers of employment. Congratulations! And…yikes. How do you decide which job to take when you have multiple tempting offers on the table, with good salaries and compensation? Making such an important…
Most job seekers spend a lot of time on their resumes. A smaller number spend some time preparing for interviews. But few give the job reference process the priority it deserves. In fact, many treat it as the easiest part of the job search. That shouldn’t…
Finding a job that suits your personality and long-term career desires can be exceptionally difficult, especially right after college graduation. But getting hired by an organization that you actually care about with a work environment you enjoy is the key to a happy work life.…
When you’re ambitious, busy, and under pressure to perform, you can have multiple stressors in your life at one time. Many people worry that the stress of success is too much, but there are healthy and meaningful coping methods. To take your cues from the…
If you were Googling “thank you note after interview” in the hopes that someone on the world wide web would tell you they’re outdated and relieve you of your duty… you’re in the wrong place. Like it or not, thank you notes remain a must. Whether it’s…