“Why Do You Want This Job?” How to Answer the Right Way
October 4, 2016
There are dozens of wrong ways to answer the common interview question “Why do you want this job?” Among our favorites are: “Because I’m tired…
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How to Brag without Bragging (and Win Over the Interviewer)
- August 8, 2016
Some candidates LOVE to brag about their accomplishments (a little too much, according to their interviewers). But if you’re an introvert, just walking into the…
Read MoreHere’s Why You Shouldn’t Hire Me
- May 9, 2016
I’m dishonest. I’m lazy. I’ll rob you blind. Want to give an employer a great reason NOT to hire you? Say something like one of…
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Safety Matters – Report It, Don’t Ignore It
- April 22, 2016
Improperly stacked items. Disorganized work stations. Insufficient lighting. Damaged safety gear. Seemingly innocuous things like these aren’t just inconvenient; they can create hazardous working conditions…
Read MoreShut UP – I have work to do!
- March 30, 2016
More than likely, talking is a key part of your job – allowing you to communicate essential information, collaborate more effectively and strengthen work relationships….
Read MoreStop Making These Same Mistakes Every Day!
- March 3, 2016
Today’s going to be different. Instead of letting your work day take control of you, you’re going to take the proverbial bull by the horns….
Read MoreJob Success Series: Top Non-Job-Specific Skills that Employers Want (Skill 5 of 5)
An administrative assistant needs strong PC skills. A computer programmer needs solid coding skills. A machinist needs exceptional CNC skills. Technical skills are undeniably important…
Read MoreJob Success Series: Top Non-Job-Specific Skills that Employers Want (Skill 4 of 5)
Looking for a job as a lighthouse keeper? An over-the-road truck driver? Then you can skip right over this post – because it’s all about…
Read MoreJob Success Series: Top Non-Job-Specific Skills that Employers Want (Skill 3 of 5)
On the job hunt? Get ready for a question like this in your next interview: “Tell me about a problem you faced at work and…
Read MoreDeal with it, Rookie! What to expect and how to prepare for being a new hire.
- July 31, 2015
You got the job – congratulations! You should be thrilled, right? So why are you feeling so nervous? Logically, you may wonder about your new…
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