As many of us emerge from the depths of a snowy, cold winter, we’re beginning to dream of planned or soon-to-be scheduled vacations. You might be itching to sightsee or maybe just sit on a beach with a good book. Whatever the plan may be,…
Contrary to what you’ve heard or read, cover letters are still important today. They’re not necessarily essential or required in every industry or for every role, but savvy job seekers always have one ready to go. The cover letter is the best place to show you’d be a…
Asking questions during an interview shows your interest in the company and the job, sets you apart from the crowd of applicants and gives you information that will help you make the right decision. It’s vital that you ask questions during the interview to assess all…
The fresh air of spring inspires us to remember: We can pause and choose how we want to live again. Here are my three favorite ways to cleanse, enhancing overall productivity, focus, and enthusiasm for work. 1. Clean your workspace. Clear the surface of your desk off completely and…
Most hiring managers do not conduct interviews for a living—which means, unsurprisingly, that many of them are terrible at it. Whether you get a taciturn interviewer who only asks two questions or the inexperienced manager who spends way too much time focusing on your college…
When starting a new job, you may try to get a sense of the culture so that you blend in and are able to get along with your colleagues. Moreover, getting acclimated to a new office can feel like being the new kid in school. The first…
It’s that golden moment, the one you always dream about. The moment your boss actually offers you a raise, and you didn’t have to ask for it! It doesn’t happen often, unless you have something in your contract that stipulates your pay increases, or some…
So, you applied for a job even though you didn’t quite meet the requirements, and your fabulous cover letter landed you an interview. Nice job! At first, you feel pretty awesome—it’s nice to know that someone recognizes your potential! And then it dawns on you: There…
If you’re suddenly waylaid en route to an interview, are you better off just turning around and heading home? Or, can you finesse your way back into the interviewer’s good graces and salvage the opportunity? Even those with the best intentions often find themselves in…
Everyone has slip-ups at work, but there are some things you should just never do at the office. These may not be firing offenses, but it’s important to have common courtesy. Remember: You were hired to do a job well—so do it. Leave the bad…