It’s finally December, and even if you haven’t had the best luck finding a new dream job, don’t fret. It’s almost the new year, and it will bring a new beginning. Whether you are currently in-between jobs, or you’re a college student about to graduate and on the hunt for your first position in your…
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How to Know Your New Workplace is a Good One
No matter what stage of life you are in, career advice is almost always helpful. Sometimes, you’ll be in a position to give that advice, and in others, you’ll be primed to receive it. Once you are about to start a new job, a great deal of anxiety can be reserved for wondering how you…
Helpful Job Interview Tips for Anxious Introverts
Interviewing for jobs can stress anyone out. However, introverts typically find it more difficult to express themselves, and as such, they can be overwhelmed with anxiety in new social or professional situations. If you’re an introvert, follow these tips to prepare yourself and score that job that you’ve been dreaming of for so long.
4 Questions You Should Ask During a Job Interview
Do you have a job interview coming up? If so, congratulations! The better you can prepare, the more confident you will feel, and confidence is a key part of getting that job.But since an interview is focused on you answering the questions, you might overlook the fact that you can ask questions too.
How You Can Tell if Your Job Interview Was Successful
If you’re still searching for a job, how can you measure your success? The clearest indication is without a doubt, hearing the phrase “congratulations, you’re hired!” in some way shape or form. Even though what you think went wrong can overshadow what you did right, you shouldn’t dwell on what didn’t go right in your…
How to Keep Your Cool During a Job Search
Finding a job can be a stressful experience, just to say the least. What are some of the steps involved? Updating your resume and getting it out there to employers, getting job alerts sent to your phone or email inbox, and continuously applying to jobs – almost any job you can. Hundreds of pending or…
Stay Away From These Poor Job Interview Habits
Have you scored a job interview? Congratulations! Preparing for job interviews can hectic and anxiety-inducing. Job interviews during the summer typically have an extra layer of stress added to them – especially students free from the responsibilities of school – whether they are graduated or not. Positive first impressions go a long way towards helping…
How to Write a Standout Cover Letter in 4 Steps
When the application process asks for a cover letter, take advantage of the opportunity. Aside from your resume and references, there aren’t many chances to set yourself apart from the job hunting pack. The next time you sit down and write your cover letter, take these five tips into consideration.
Yes, Your References Are That Important
At some point in your job search, you will hear someone say, “Well, it’s not about what you know but who you know.” You’ll sigh because you know that this phrase holds some truth. This is the reason you network and the reason why you build connections. You’re attempting to build the bridge that connects…
