A job interview is a big deal. Your success at the interview makes or breaks your efforts to advance your career. Being nervous is a completely normal reaction – but you must find a way to calm your nerves and convince a hiring manager you’re the right person for the job. Although it can… Read More »
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What Happens When You Hate Your Job?
You’ve probably heard the expression, “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Unfortunately, not everyone is lucky enough to have a job they love. For many employees, the opposite is true … they hate what they do. If you are really unhappy in your work, what does this… Read More »
What’s the Right Way to Answer “Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?”
Before a job interview, smart candidates prepare answers to questions they are most likely to be asked. One of those questions could be, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” This is a tough question – you probably don’t know what the company is expecting of you or you may not see yourself… Read More »
Networking Isn’t Just for Office Jobs
Networking seems like something only people with office jobs do. If you’re in manufacturing, working with your hands and excelling in production are the skills that matter… not being able to talk to people at a social event. Still, even in manufacturing, networking matters if you want to enhance your career. Here’s what you… Read More »
How Many Times Should You Change Jobs Before It’s Too Much?
Finding a job that is a good fit can be tough. Many people will get hired only to find they really aren’t happy in the position. Others will find themselves involuntarily leaving companies because they are let go. While you aren’t going to stay at every job forever, you can have problems finding new work… Read More »
What to Expect in an Interview with a Recruiter
A recruiter is a useful resource to help you find work. Recruiters have relationships with many companies, and their recommendations hold weight to the businesses they work with. Making a positive and lasting impression on a recruiter could be the gateway toward professional success, while a bad impression could prevent you from being considered as… Read More »
What to Do While Waiting in the Lobby for Your Interview
Landing a job interview is an exciting first step toward achieving professional success, but it’s essential to make a strong impression when you walk in the door. Your interview experience begins as soon as you arrive, and you’ll likely find yourself nervously waiting in the lobby for an interview to begin. During this waiting… Read More »
Setting and Achieving Career Goals in 2017
A new year provides a fresh start to build momentum and reestablish yourself as a professional. Part of the growing process is setting goals for your career to create a clear path towards improvement. Whether you want improve your skills, get a promotion or find a new job, a goal will help motivate you to… Read More »
The Right Way to Guarantee That a Recruiter Remembers You
Standing out to recruiters is becoming increasingly challenging as the job market continues to saturate and evolve. It’s not just about having the right qualifications and experience anymore. But what can you do, that you haven’t tried, to stand out to recruiters in the right way? Relax, smile and be yourself This may not seem… Read More »
How Long Should My Resume Be?
We hear it all of the time: How long should my resume be? The answer is, as short as possible. One to two pages is the best length if you want to create the perfect resume. Why? Recruiters are swamped with resumes in this competitive job market to the point where they simply cannot afford… Read More »