Category: Job Hunting
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10 Proven Ways to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
The job market is tougher than ever, and competition is fierce. If you want to get noticed, you need more than just a strong resume. Employers are looking for candidates who bring something extra to the table. From building a personal brand to networking with key decision-makers, there are many ways to stand out. Here…
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Cover Letter Mistakes That Cost You Interviews
A cover letter can make a big difference in a job search. It gives you a chance to stand out. A strong cover letter shows your skills and enthusiasm. It also explains why you’re a good fit for the job.
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How To Find A Great Job
Finding a job takes effort and strategy. You can’t rely on one method. You need to explore several different paths. The best approach combines online tools, personal connections, and direct outreach.
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How To Start A New Job As The Boss
When you begin your new job as ‘the boss,’ your staff will be concerned about changes you might make and will try to figure you out. Follow these tips to start your new leadership position successfully.
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Crack the Code: The Psychology Behind Acing Your Next Job Interview
Much of the advice about job interviews is based on someone’s experience. However, understanding the psychology of the process leads to some less-known advice.
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Job Interview Question: “Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?”
Job interviews often include the question, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” How you answer is important to you and the employer.
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Talking About Your Weaknesses in a Job Interview
When discussing weaknesses in a job interview, you’ve got to balance honesty with a commitment to self-improvement. Let’s look at how to do that.
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Job Interviews: The Secret Technique of Mirroring
Imagine walking into a job interview and instantly feeling an unspoken connection with your interviewer—this magic can often be attributed to the subtle art of mirroring and matching.
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Warning – Toxic Workplace Ahead
You may want to find a new job because of the toxic environment you now work in. But how do you know that the place you interview with is any better?
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Hire and Retain Your Best Employees
A Gallup survey found that 48% of America’s working population is actively job searching or watching for opportunities. They estimate that when an employee leaves, the cost to the company is typically 1 1/2 to 2 times their annual salary. So how do you hire and retain your best employees?
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5 Reasons to Look For A New Job
The results of a recent survey indicates that almost all workers will be searching for a new job this year. Let’s learn five good reasons to look for a new job.
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Covid Questions You May Be Asked In A Job Interview
Covid has changed a lot of things in the workplace. Among them, are some of the questions you may be asked during job interviews. Here’s a look at some of those questions and the answers that hiring managers are waiting to hear.
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What Should (and Shouldn’t) Be On Your Resume?
Think of your resume as your single and best chance at getting the attention of an employer. A well-written and attractive resume can help your application get a little more attention than one that is too long, too dull, and fails to showcase what makes you worthy of an in-depth interview.
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Tips For Job Hunting In A Post Covid World
Covid has changed so much about how we work, and it has also altered how employers hire and how successful applicants find their ideal job. Employers are hiring, but you face increased competition if you are looking for a job. Here are some things you can do to be more successful
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Better Job Descriptions Yield Better Candidates
If your job postings are not getting the caliber of applicants that you were hoping to find, you might want to take a look at your job description. It should clearly describe the job but also ‘sell’ the opportunity to potential applicants.
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Some Things To Remember For Your Next Job Interview
Because most people don’t go on many job interviews, it is easy to get out of practice. Here are some things to remember when you go to your following interview.
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Hire and Retain Your Best Employees
Nearly half of American workers are looking for a new job. Losing good employees can cost a company a lot. So, a focus on retention and finding the right candidate is essential. Here are some suggestions for employers to consider.
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Are You Thinking About A New Job?
Perhaps you put off searching for a new job until the worst of the coronavirus was behind us. Now is the time to consider whether you want to seek a new job.
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Onboarding A Work From Home Employee
Many organizations are hiring new employees who will be working at home. What should the onboarding process look like in that situation that will allow the new hire to ease into their new job?
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How To Compare Two Job Offers
You might think that getting a job offer is difficult. It can be. But, when you get more than one offer, how do you decide between them. Here is an approach you might want to take.
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Making A Career Move Requires A Strategy
If you are thinking about changing careers here are 6 things you will want to consider.
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How Do You Know If You Will Like Your New Job?
Taking a new job is always a leap of faith as you never really know what it is like to work for a new company until you’ve been there a while. Yet, there are some things you can do to hedge your bet.
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Where Will You Work in 2022?
If you are thinking about looking for a new job, this is a great time of year to start the process. But in our current environment, there are things you should be thinking about.
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6 Ways To Use LinkedIn To Find A Job
LinkedIn is an often underutilized application by those people looking for a job. I have 6 ways in which you can use it with greater success.
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What Should (and Shouldn’t) Be On Your Resume
There are things you should leave off of your resume. You might be surprised to find out why.
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What Should and Shouldn’t Be On Your Resume?
There are things you should leave off of your resume. You might be surprised to find out why.
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How “Artificial Intelligence” Can Hurt Your Hiring Efforts
More and more companies are using computer programs to screen applicants for a job. The problem is that they can over-screen and eliminate many qualified individuals who don’t fit past profiles of candidates.
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Comparing Two Job Offers
During a job hunt, you might be happy to get one offer. But what happens when you get two offers at the same time. Here are some tips on how you can evaluate them so you end up in the job that is right for you.
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How Do You Know If You Will Like Your New Job?
If you want to end up in a job or a career that you enjoy, be prepared to do your homework.
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Making A Career Move Requires a Strategy
When it is time to leave your current job, don’t jump. Develop a job search strategy.
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Turn the Job You Have Into the Job You Want
A job can be like a relationship. If you don’t put in the work, it can grow stale. If you job no longer excites you and you are tempted to move on, think through some of these ideas.
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Is Your New Year’s Resolution To Find A New Job?
Have you made a resolution to find a new job? Perhaps you are no longer satisfied with your current job, but are wondering if this is the time to launch a search for new employment? Before you take the next step, there are some questions you can ask yourself about whether this is the right…
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Job Interviews Have Changed – Be Prepared
Anyone looking for a new job should expect the process to have changed thanks to the Coronavirus and the economic downturn. But opportunities await. I have some tips to help your search.
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Why Do You Want To Change Jobs or Careers?
Are you tempted to change jobs or even careers? There are many reasons to look for a job, but there are some things you may want to do first.
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Looking For A Job During The Pandemic
Looking for a job during the pandemic and recession is not impossible. As long as you have patience and are willing to take some extra steps, your application go to the top of the stack.
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Your First Day On The Job
Where do you start? Your first day on the job will be hectic. How do you begin setting a good impression. Here are some ideas.
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