To start, no, that title has no typos (although that would be deliciously ironic). We all strive so hard to achieve flawless work and avoid doing anything wrong that we forget the old adage about learning from our mistakes. As philosopher and educational reformer John Dewey put it, “Failure is instructive. The person who really [...]
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You may think of your resume as your first chance to make a great impression on a prospective employer. And it is, without a doubt, very important. But before a hiring manager even considers your resume, they will review your cover letter. Having your resume land alone in a pile, without a cover letter, is [...]
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As you prepare for interviews, you want to have answers ready for any questions they ask. But sometimes the questions get a little sticky and, as some feel, a little invasive. One primary example involves an interviewer asking about your current salary, which often does come up. But there’s a way to both answer the [...]
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Resume trends have changed drastically in recent years. But … if you think about updating your resume in terms of “years,” you are already setting yourself up for failure. You should review and refresh your resume every six months or so. This way, when the next awesome career opportunity arise, you’ll be ready. Recruiters spend [...]
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Speak up! Look the interviewer in the eye! Ask questions! All the usual advice for doing well in an interview may not seem so easy to put into play if, like many job seekers, you fall into the category of introvert. So how do you manage to make a good impression when, too often, interviewers [...]
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Do you suspect that you may be laid off or terminated in the near future? If the writing is on the wall, you should be prepared to negotiate the best possible severance deal with your employer when the time comes. The emotional shock can be devastating, so it helps to have a strong advance game [...]
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When creating a resume, it should look as complete as possible -- while you don't want to fill it up with too much or make it too wordy, you also don't want to have large blank spaces because you simply don't have the numbers to make it look complete. Everyone says that it helps to have concrete [...]
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Your professional references can make or break your chances of landing a job. Think strategically about your reference choices, limiting them to people who can strongly attest to your qualifications, personality and work ethic. Choose individuals who truly know your strengths and will say only positive things about you. Questions a Reference May Be Asked [...]
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You’ve probably heard the statistic that most cover letters get an average of about seven seconds of viewing by HR. So if you want to make the most of that tiny amount of time, you need a cover letter that truly catches the eye and encourages the reader to slow down and really look. These [...]
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Making a geographic move to enhance your career shouldn’t be a hassle. While any job search is stressful, the right position in the right town can be an exciting and rewarding new path in life. Here are some strategies and tips for your long-distance job hunt: Develop a relocation strategy. The average job search takes [...]
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May 18, 2016
