It is important to be checking your emails as you are searching for a new job. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of checking your emails for spelling and grammar. That will get your resume passed over in an instant. If you feel like you have been staring at your email or resume too long, [...]
Going through a layoff can be challenging. It can be an emotional time for you and you may feel like you are in a bit of daze. But you will recover from it and move on to bigger and better things. Here are some tips to get your through it and back on your feet. [...]
Searching for a job can be a daunting task as it is, but looking for a job across the country can be even more challenging. Here are seven tips to ensure you have a successful remote job search: It is important to choose the place(s) you want to move to, so you can target your [...]
Having a network is a valuable resource. It takes time to build up a valuable database of contacts. They must be nurtured and cultivated. Here are six ways you can stay in contact with them: Because you have worked so hard to build up these contacts over the years, you do not want to lose [...]
During the summer months is when many employees take vacations. This may discourage job seekers from submitting resumes and looking for a new job. But don’t lose hope. Many recruiters take this time to gear up for the fall and search for quality employees. Since less people search for new career opportunities during the summer [...]
When you are looking for a company to start or change your career, you want to choose wisely. You want to find an employer that is a good fit for you. Below are ten tips to identifying targeted employers in your job search: Choose geographic locations where you want to work. Do you want to [...]
Job fairs can be intimidating. But if you are well prepared for what to do then it will go smoothly. Here are some tips of what you should and shouldn’t do when you’re networking at a job fair. Do’s: Research the companies you know will be at the job fair. They usually provide a list [...]
Although it can be challenging to find a job after being self-employed, it is not impossible. Unfortunately, it can be harder to find a job when you have been self-employed, as employers will worry if you will be able to take direction from a “boss.” However, if you know the ways to tailor your search, [...]
It is a new year, with new aspirations. It’s time to make 2016 a spectacular year and with that comes the thought of finding a better job. So, if you want to change things up with your job, then a strategy for your job search should be made. Needs Assessment It’s important to think about [...]
It is really important to send a thank you note after having your interview. Taking the time to do so shows you are genuinely interested in the position. Since most candidates interviewed will send a thank you note, if you don’t send one out, then you certainly won’t get the job. According to a survey [...]
