Interviews – some are good, and some are bad. Sometimes we think we sunk when we did well, and vice versa. Let’s talk about how to make interviews less daunting, and more productive while being more prepared. In this blog post, I am going to talk about what preparation should happen before, during, and afterContinue reading “How to be Good at Interviews: An Overview”
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Are you thinking of a career change? Read this first!
At times in our careers, we all come to a crossroads, where we need to decide if it is time to switch gears and perhaps move into another industry and change our careers. Of course, a career change could include changing industries or doing a complete career pivot. Once we are several years into ourContinue reading “Are you thinking of a career change? Read this first!”
Steps to Salary Negotiation: Hacks and Tips
So, you are on the job market to find your next fulfilling career and a pay raise. You finally get through the interview, but the salary offer is not what you were expecting. You are at a point in your career where you have a diverse set of skills and experiences that you can offerContinue reading “Steps to Salary Negotiation: Hacks and Tips”
Looking to go to college? Read this first!
Are you thinking about going to college or possibly returning for more post-secondary education? Choosing a post-secondary program is a big investment of time and money. Typically, you will want to make the right decision the first time before you dive into a program. Whether it is a community college program or a graduate degreeContinue reading “Looking to go to college? Read this first!”
Can volunteering really help your career?
Volunteering – can it help your career? The truth is that volunteering can significantly help you grow in a new profession that you want to pursue. It can also allow you to network and get exposure to people you might normally not get a chance to connect with. I have always volunteered in my careerContinue reading “Can volunteering really help your career?”
4 Steps to Successful Informational Interviewing
The topic of informational interviewing makes a lot of people nervous. Concerns like how do I get started, where do I go to meet people, how do I use social media to ask about an informational interview, and what do I say during an informational interview are often big concerns that individuals have. The truthContinue reading “4 Steps to Successful Informational Interviewing”
The Cover Letter: Do you need it and why?
Cover letters. People ask all the time if they need them. There is a yes and no in that answer. On one point the cover letter is an excellent chance for you to explain to the employer why you would be a great candidate for the role – while having some space to specifically explainContinue reading “The Cover Letter: Do you need it and why?”
Using Productivity to Enhance Your Life
Productivity! It is a word we all hear, but what does it mean to be more productive in your day-to-day life? Can it mean being busy? Can it mean getting more and more done in a day? Well, productivity is not just being busy for the sake of being busy and it doesn’t mean gettingContinue reading “Using Productivity to Enhance Your Life“
Persuasive Storytelling: How it can improve your job search
We all have a story to tell. In competitive industries, the ability to tell a well-crafted story can make or break your opportunity to land that new job you have been so excited about. Employers are looking for not just skills, but people. People who have the right soft skills like strong communication, the abilityContinue reading “Persuasive Storytelling: How it can improve your job search“
How to Effectively Advance in Your Career: Five Steps
Growing in our careers is something we all strive to do. Whether it is moving on to the next level in your career or changing companies, we all look for strategies we can use to get to the next level. Career changes for everyone are different, some people want to earn more money or wantContinue reading “How to Effectively Advance in Your Career: Five Steps“
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