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 »
Category: Job-Seekers
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 »
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Are Your Job Interview Answers Boring?
Do you think you’re ready for your next interview? Sometimes it is helpful to think about the person sitting on the other side of the desk from you rather than only focus on your own experience. They have probably already interviewed for this position before, so they may have heard many of the same answers… Read more »
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5 Skills That Bring Your Resume to the Top
Sending your resume in for a job posting online can be a risky endeavor. Hundreds of other potential candidates may have done the same thing, and a recruiter or hiring manager will need to review and reduce the number of applicants before they make the next move. As a job seeker, your only job is… Read more »
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4 Ways to Increase Your Confidence
Time and time again, when a manager is asked why they hire a specific individual over another, the reason and choice really comes down to confidence. Employers want to hire people who are comfortable in their skin and their ability to perform their job. But is confidence something you can cultivate? It really is. Even… Read more »
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Want to Be a Good Leader? Do These 3 Things
Being a good leader is a very different thing than being a manager. Leaders can go beyond management positions. They are the people who motivate us, encourage us and lead by example. So how can you become a good leader, regardless of what your title is today? Cultivating leadership skills are a great way to… Read more »
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Use the STAR Method in Your Next Job Interview
Interviews can be demanding and challenging even for the most seasoned professional. In truth, you hope that you only experience a handful of them throughout your career. Rather than trying to memorize tons of answers in anticipating an interviewer’s questions, try this approach. It is called the STAR method and it will help you focus… Read more »