“Tell me a little about yourself.” Sounds easy enough, right? Or not! Where do you start – and what do you actually say, especially if your next job may be depending on it? Often, this is among the very first questions asked by interviewers. And although a lot of other variables factor into a final… Read more »
As you pursue your job search, a temporary job may not be high on your list of preferred outcomes. Or … maybe it is? Or … maybe it is, as a step toward something more permanent? The important point to keep in mind is: Don’t automatically rule out temporary work as a career move. Temping… Read more »
An outstanding resume has the power to open doors: It immediately grabs the attention of employers and recruiters and sells your best skills and accomplishments. Various studies show that reviewers spend something like a whopping six to seven seconds on their initial review of a job seeker’s resume, before they decide whether to keep or… Read more »
Your happiness at work can be impacted by a wide range of factors – everything from the other people you associate with to the tools you use every day and even the look and design of your workspace. Are you feeling discontent, stress or continued dissatisfaction with your work environment? Frustration crops up for everyone,… Read more »
Success in your career – just like in all aspects of your life – is about growth. The best employers know and acknowledge this as they evaluate job candidates. They expect people who apply for their open jobs to have questions and a need to keep learning, to seek out mentors and advisors, and even… Read more »
The hidden job market isn’t really all that “hidden” at all. It’s actually quite self-explanatory: it refers to any jobs that employers do not advertise or publish publicly. What may surprise you is this: the hidden job market applies to a large percentage of open positions. Why? Because often, it’s less expensive and more reliable… Read more »
“Where do you see yourself in five years?” It’s one of the most common questions asked during job interviews, as potential employers assess candidates’ long-term plans and fit with their organization. You can’t blame them: It’s very costly to rehire if someone leaves after a short tenure, so employers ideally like to land new talent… Read more »
“A goal is a dream with a deadline.” So said self-help author Napoleon Hill. He was right on target, as was writer Saul Bellow when he noted that, “Whoever wants to reach a distant goal must take small steps.” Your career goals are within reach. Professional goals may seem like pipe dreams at times, and… Read more »
A phone interview is typically your first interaction with a prospective employer. Even though you’re not actually meeting face-to-face, it’s still their first impression of you, and vice versa. To be sure you leave them wanting to know more about you, versus eliminating you from their short list of serious candidates, bring your A game… Read more »
As you finish up an email, you may not give much thought to your closing. After all, the hard part is done, right? Message complete. Now you just need an appropriate sign-off. No big deal. But, maybe it is. According to a study by productivity software manufacturer Boomerang, certain email closings deliver significantly higher response… Read more »
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