We all want to get ahead, succeed, be proud and not misjudge what appeared to be a solid decision. Despite what we say and project, we want more of something and can never quite figure out the way to get there. The answer is fairly simple:…
Most of us seem to dread the video interview. But many recruiters use this tool because Skype and Google+ interviews save both the employers and candidate significant time and money. Plus, in a short amount of time, you both have the opportunity to measure each…
With every job interview – some good, some not-so-good – comes a different candidate experience. Regardless of the organization, the recruiter and the position, what you take away from each experience is what matters. What other opportunities are available? What should you expect next time? How can you leverage the…
If you wear the same thing to every job interview you go out on, there may be a reason why you’re not getting an offer. While a basic black pencil skirt or a gray suit will work for most interviews, you should actually put some…
With Memorial Day weekend just days away, it’s time to make sure you enjoy some much-deserved time away from the office. Most of us wouldn’t today define peeking at our emails on our phone, while no one is looking, as really working. Let’s face it,…
Regardless of how confident you feel about your preparations for a job interview, there are certain things you should keep in mind when it comes to what hiring managers are looking for in a candidate. There are certain traits and skills that hiring managers are…
It was easy to promote yourself while you were interviewing because all eyes were on you and you had your superiors’ undivided attention. However, now that you are ensconced in a professional job, people are not as inclined to listen, and you have to compete…
Let’s face it: The traditional 9-to-5 work lifestyle is long gone. For many of us, it’s not unusual to stay at the office until 7 or 8, or to burn the midnight oil working on a freelance gig, startup idea, or extra project to get ahead at…
You’ve aced all those job interviews and you are thrilled to learn that you are the top choice for a job at a company you want to join. But you want to make sure you get a good deal, in terms of salary, benefits, and other working conditions. …
Are you frustrated because hiring managers aren’t calling you about positions you’ve applied for? Have you applied for dozens – if not hundreds – of jobs, with zero response? It’s a tough market out there, but there might be some mistakes you’re making that aren’t helping…