Gaining confidence takes time and isn’t based on first impressions, but there are some practical steps you can take to get started. So, what’s the best way to get your professional partnership off to a strong start? Using some tried-and-true interview advice: Prepare ahead of time. Would you expect to get a good grade on a research paper if you
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So the interview is done, and are you waiting to hear about the next steps from the hiring manager? Uh oh! Uh oh! In the interview process, the duration of time following your interview will play a crucial role. Maybe your real interview is done, but your job is not! This phase is often missed by job-seekers, and knowing what
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The longer I’m interested in the workforce, the more I admire a successful leader. They’re not mutually exclusive names, and a successful leader is not easy to come by; I’ve seen managers and then I’ve seen leaders. A Psychology Today article describes leadership as: “using influence for a worthwhile cause.” I hope it’s a little more intuitive to identify a
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Tell me something about yourself. This question is intended to get to know a little bit about your personality. But it’s more to understand how the experience applies to the kind of talent that the position demands. Speaking about hobbies is okay, but certainly avoid marital status, politics and religion. Alternatively, guide your examples towards past encounters, accomplishments and awards.
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We’re having that. It’s tricky to write a resume. Every resume writing technique that suits every position, applicant tracking system, and every recruiter or hiring manager is not one-size-fits. But there are tried and tested approaches that can help job seekers write a description that better explains how they can have an impact on their next job. Because that’s a
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Do you find that at work, you’re no longer motivated? This could be a warning that a new place is time for it! So, when you are already working, how are you going to land a new gig? It can be tricky to look for employment while working, but planning ahead and strategizing can help you have a successful job
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Take a guess: how long does a recruiting manager study a resume (on average)? Six or seven seconds. That’s right … just a few seconds to draw the attention of the hiring manager. Frightening, I know! That’s why customizing your resume to suit and job description is super important. Here are a couple of tips to help ensure your resume
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You have got an interview with your coveting career-congratulations! Now it’s time to saddle up and blow off your upcoming interview. However, Easier said than done, particularly if you’re pretty new to overall interviews or it’s been a while since your last job search. No matter what the situation, you’re likely wondering… how can I stand out in the crowd
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If you’re anything like me, when you hear the term “mindfulness”, you picture enlightened monks outside a Tibetan monastery or a light-saber wielding Jedi. Not wrong, you would be – but mindfulness can also look like you sitting at your desk right now. It looks like you paying attention to the way your neck is craning a bit forward, or
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Have you ever wished that the profession on your business card is something else? Or a daydream about what it would be like to work in another position? Switching jobs can be an obstacle course, but you can turn despite what you think, no matter how many years you’ve been in the workplace for. It’s possible with a bit of
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