Don’t Look Desperate! Avoid Branding Yourself as a Desperate Job Seeker
August 6, 2015
“I really need this job.” “I’ll take any job – I just have to get to work!” “Pleeease hire me.” Do you use tactics like…
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Posts tagged: Quick Jobs
Deal 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…
Read MoreAsking Good Questions Just Might Land You the Job
- June 9, 2015
A job interview can be extremely intimidating. Preparing properly, however, can greatly increase your confidence! If you’re like most job seekers, you probably think of…
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Picking Up New Skills Through Temporary Jobs & Contract Jobs
- March 5, 2015
Looking to re-enter the workforce? Feeling “stuck” in your job? Want to “level up” in your chosen field? Temp jobs may be a great option…
Read MoreHow to Spend the First 15 Minutes of Your Work Day
- February 5, 2015
The first 15 minutes of your work morning can set the tone for the entire day. Here are 4 steps to get off to a…
Read MoreSetting Career Resolutions (Goals)
- December 29, 2014
New Year’s resolutions come in all shapes and sizes: There’s the good: Find a better job in my field. The bad: Eat more saturated fat….
Read MoreProofread, Proofread, Proofread!
- November 20, 2014
A typical job posting will receive an average of over 200 resumes. Now imagine being a hiring executive and having to sift through all of…
Read MorePreparing for a Panel Interview
- October 2, 2014
You were thrilled to be called in for an interview. And then you learned that it was going to be a panel format. To increase…
Read MoreSchool is Back in Session. Are Your Skills Up to Date?
- September 2, 2014
Applying for a position in a rapidly evolving field? Before you hit the “Submit” button, make sure your certifications are up to date. Most of…
Read MoreThe Lost Art of the Follow-up
- June 26, 2014
Your interview went really well. You explained why you’re the best candidate for the job, made great eye contact and remembered to thank the interviewer…
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