Strategies for Weekend Job Hunting
There’s some truth to the adage that the more time you spend looking for work, the shorter your job search will be. With that in mind, you might want to avoid taking 2 days off each week while you’re waiting for the business to resume on Monday morning.
The Secret to Applying for Jobs when You are Underqualified
You’ve probably come across job openings that sound interesting, but you notice that you’re lacking some of the desired qualifications. Is it okay to apply anyway? In most cases, it’s worth taking a chance.
Leaving a job gracefully
Leaving a job gracefully enables you to protect your future career path and maintain good relationships with former colleagues. During your career, especially if you stay in the same industry, new jobs are often enhanced by good relationships with former bosses and co-workers. It's a small world - you never know who from your past you might meet again in your future.
How to write a great resume
If you're in the market for a new job, the quality of your resume can make all the difference. With careful planning and proper formatting, you can write a great resume that just may land you your dream job.
How to shine in your new job
First impressions last a lifetime. When starting a new job, you want to ensure your first impression is a positive one.
Eight easy ways to boost your career
You can make great strides in your career without spending long days and nights at the office. Advancing your career is the result of several small strategies. While none of these is likely to make a significant difference by itself, when combined, the results can be impressive.
Your LinkedIn headshot may be holding you back
Recruiters, colleagues, and potential clients are 14 times more likely to click on your LinkedIn profile if you have a photo. If you're spending hours editing your summary statement, ensure you give equal time to the images.
Managing friendships in the workplaces
When you consider the amount of time you spend with your work colleagues, it's natural that many of your deepest friendships may develop there.
Advance your career by being your unconventional self
Discover how being authentically unconventional can advance your career
Ace your next phone interview
Performing well during a phone interview can help you land the job you want. As unemployment grows, more companies are using phone interviews to screen large pools of qualified candidates.
Staying focused while working remotely
A foolproof formula for avoiding distractions
Dealing with ADHD at work
Does your boss keep giving you the same feedback? You need to follow instructions and pay more attention to details. These could be signs that you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Writing an effective self-assessment
At some point in your career, your employer is probably going to ask you to write a self-assessment. It's a routine part of the annual evaluation process at many companies. Consider the benefits of this important tool and master the strategies for evaluating yourself effectively.
How to rebuild your confidence after a job setback
Job setbacks can shatter your self-confidence and make it difficult to stay positive. Luckily, however, they don't have to ruin you or your career. You can rebuild your confidence again and get your career back on track.
12 tips for landing a promotion while working remotely
There are many advantages to working at home, but there's at least one drawback. Telecommuters are 50% less likely to get promoted, according to a Stanford University study. Other research suggests that this is due to the assumptions your colleagues make when they don't see you around the office regularly.