You’ve made a big decision: It’s time to not only change jobs, but to try a new career. That’s great! This is a bold step that can make for an even brighter future! There might be some nerves involved as you work toward this new role or industry. But don’t let that dissuade you from […]
Sometimes the alarm clock is just too rude and tries to wake you up before you’re ready. Other times there’s an outside force — a child, a pet, a partner, weather, traffic, you name it — standing in the way of you getting to work on time. If you’re late on occasion, it’s likely something […]
When you were in high school, were you known by your classmates for a signature piece of clothing, or hairstyle, or phrase? Did your friends gift you a particular item, something you loved, because they associated it with you? Those were the non-career equivalents of a personal brand: something linked closely with you, your personality, […]
Are you considering quitting your job without giving notice but don’t know the impact it will have on your career? We have you covered with how it will affect you AND your employer. Keep reading to learn more! We’ve all been there: The day comes where the job that’s been dragging you down, making you […]
If you’re looking for a job, one of the biggest tools in your toolbox should be your LinkedIn profile. It’s way more than just a professional version of Facebook (without the mess)! LinkedIn helps you connect with people — and helps people connect with you. It’s a great way to get advice on which companies […]
Remember when you were a kid and you were so nervous on the first day of school? Maybe it was a brand new school and you didn’t know anyone yet; maybe it was a shift from elementary to middle school and you weren’t sure how you’d find your way around. What made it easier? Finding […]
It’s just the worst part of being in the search for a new job: The dreaded rejection. The longer you spend time looking for a new opportunity, it’s possible you’ll rack up quite a collection of emails that start with “We regret to inform you…” or other similarly worded messages telling you to keep trying. […]
Preparing for an interview is a little like preparing for an important test in school: You can study and practice answers for the questions expected to be given in order to give yourself a better result. Interviews can be somewhat predictable in that there are a few questions your potential employer is likely to ask. […]
Job searching is tricky enough in good times; when the economy is taking a hit (or several), it can make looking for a job feel impossible. If companies are cutting staff, how in the world can anyone expect to be hiring? Don’t fret: there are always jobs available! You might have to adjust your search […]
Job searching is tricky enough in good times; when the economy is taking a hit (or several), it can make looking for a job feel impossible. If companies are cutting staff, how in the world can anyone expect to be hiring? Don’t fret: there are always jobs available! You might have to adjust your search […]
