As a job seeker, your most important task is to gain as much information as possible while selling yourself to the hiring manager. This can be a delicate balancing act between gaining and giving information. But there are a few things you should ask or look out for that can give you valuable insight into… Read more »
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Want to Try Something New in 2017? Consider Temp-to-Hire
Every year. It’s the same idea. The New Year is the perfect time to try something new and different. We make resolutions, set goals, and plan events that can help us grow. So why not try something new in 2017 and consider a temporary to hire position? What is temp-to-hire? You will work with a… Read more »
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Why You Need to Become More Positive in 2017
Turning over the calendar to the next year can be a welcome change for a lot of people. It’s a natural opportunity to start fresh and set new goals. But that doesn’t mean you can coast through 2017 without major changes. If you’re thinking about career advancement or just making your year more successful overall,… Read more »
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Have an IT Job but Want a New One? 4 Tips to Navigate that Search
The IT industry is exploding and it is expected that many companies will be hiring technology professionals in 2017. If you’ve been restless, now is the time to start thinking about a transition. But, if you are already working in IT, you may want to consider some of the ways to successfully navigate a new job… Read more »
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Negotiate a Raise for 2017
Over the years as a job seeker you have probably learned how to write a killer resume or knock an interview out of the park. At the same time, you may not have paid much attention to salary negotiations. It’s an equally important skill that is often overlooked. This can prove true for even the… Read more »
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Not Qualified for the Job? Here’s How You Get It
There are a lot of reasons you might feel compelled to apply for a job that is a little bit out of your comfort zone. You may want to work with a specific company. You may want to expand your skills. You may want to transition to a new industry. Any of these reasons, and… Read more »
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What Does Your IT Career Need to Know About the Gig Economy?
If you’re an IT professional, you’ve probably been hearing about the “Gig Economy.” So, what is this mysterious new economy that is emerging in today’s market? The truth is, this form of work has been around for a very long time but the name only became trendy after the recession and recovery in the mid-2000s.… Read more »
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Improve Body Language to Help Your Networking
You know that networking is important to your career. But did you know that the body language you project when meeting new professionals is as important as meeting them in the first place? If you can master appropriate body language when you’re networking, you will find that you’re making better connections for your career. Here… Read more »
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Unsure About Accepting the Position? Look at These Areas
Now that you’ve submitted your resume, attended the interview, and have received the job offer, what happens next? If you are on the fence at all about accepting this new position, there may be reasons for that. Before you say yes or sign any paperwork, it is worth taking a little time to decide. Politely… Read more »
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Your Next Job Can Be Found on Social Media… 3 Tips to Find It
You’ve heard that you need to be on social media to see and be seen by the top companies on your employment wish list, but what does that mean? Can you really find a job on social media? The answer is yes, and while you have to do some work, the overall concept is surprisingly… Read more »