You’ve done your research and found the job that you want to land. Maybe you’ve even cleared the initial phone screening or first interview. But don’t start celebrating just yet; there’s still a long way to go before you can call that position your own. As the…
So you are looking for the right job fresh out of college? Or you have a job, but you’re longing for a better one? What if you could just chat with a colleague, maybe at a conference, and hear the magic words, “Hey, we’d love…
Have you ever felt stuck at your job? You know, when you feel like you aren’t moving forward in your current position, but you know you’d excel if awarded a promotion. When promotion season enters your office, it can be an exciting yet stressful time.…
Part low-pressure networking opportunity, part information-gathering, information interviews have proven to be a highly effective job search tool… one you must use to get ahead! In these one-on-one meetings, you talk with a professional from your desired field to learn more about their current line of work,…
In today’s competitive job market, prospective hires need to do everything in their power to stand out from the crowd if they want to land the position of their choice. In more forgiving employment opportunities applicants simply didn’t have to work as hard as they…
Stressed out by the job search? Anxious about what’s on the other side? You’re not alone. Fear, frustration, and general tension (both physical and emotional) are common side effects of the effort to identify your next role. But there are ways to counteract them. Fortunately,…
Think the job market is hard now? Try searching for a job in another state. Job seekers who are looking long-distance will tell you that the search is exponentially harder when you’re not a local candidate. Many employers won’t even bother to talk to nonlocal job applicants.…
Your palms are sweaty and you’re almost positive you need a breath mint, which you can’t seem to find in your pocket or purse. You ask yourself why you spent all of that time deciding on which necklace or tie to wear and now you…
Many job hunters skip sending thank-you letters because they think no one reads them. In fact, more people than you think read thank-you letters. Sending a thank-you letter shows your interest. It shows that you are interested in that position and in that company. Also, it…
Imagine you’ve just finished interviewing with several employers. Out of all of the interviews, you received one job offer wasn’t exactly what you wanted. Do you accept it? If you’ve experienced a long-term job search, you’re probably feeling like you should take what you can get. But…