In the excitement of landing an interview, you may begin rehearsing answers to commonly asked questions. However, don’t forgot a question you need to ask, “Is this job a good fit for me?” Although many people view interviews as one-sided with a manager or committee asking most
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You know you should send an email after an interview. But, what should it say? Here’s our quick guide on writing effective follow-up letters to stack the odds in your favor. 1 – After a Phone Interview Send all thank-you letters as soon as possible. Don’t delay
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As a recent or soon-to-be college graduate, you are ready to start on a new adventure. It’s time to find a job! Put your best foot forward by avoiding these five common pitfalls. Not Knowing What You Want to Do Most people don’t find their perfect job
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We’ve all heard stories of someone who landed a fantastic position on a whim. But, for the rest of us, job searches can be challenging, time consuming, and even discouraging. Maybe in a true do-it-yourself spirit you have vowed to find employment on your own. That works
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Companies know hiring can be risky, but for workers, accepting a job can be risky too. Even when everything seems perfect, sometimes things don’t work out. What can you do to avoid the wrong job, company or boss? The answer involves some work on your part. Learn
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After an interview you are unlikely to receive any feedback other than “You’re Hired” or “Thank you for your time.” This makes it difficult to determine how well you did. Were you the second or the third choice, or not even in the running? To get better
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Infographics, or data made visual, date back to the 1700s. You have probably seen lots of infographics in print and online, and now this trend is moving into the job market with infographic resumes. Standard resumes use text to list information from top to bottom. Infographic resumes
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Productive employees often receive higher pay, more respect and better opportunities for advancement. However, a line exists between working hard and working too hard. Here are six tips for achieving high performance and avoiding burnout. Define “Productivity” Of course, “productivity” equals “getting more done,” but your definition
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Open-ended and vague interview questions can be especially challenging. The inquiry, “Describe your work style,” falls into that category. After all, what does work style even mean? Although this “question” seems frustrating, the employer is trying to determine if you are a good culture fit, if you
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If you have spent time researching how to write an effective resume, you probably have encountered the following advice: Customize your resume for every position to which you apply. Although this may sound like a difficult and time-consuming task, it is important. And, it may be easier
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