Remember résumé paper? In the days before digital communication, job seekers hoping to impress prospective employers printed their résumés on expensive, heavyweight linen-textured paper in hues of white, cream and gray. Nowadays, snail-mailed résumés are a thing of the past, and paper résumés are printed on plain old copy paper — if at all.
Instead, job applicants can apply for scores of jobs right from their iPads or smart phones. While it is quick and convenient to apply online, you may wonder if your résumé ever reaches an employer’s inbox.… Read more
In today’s business community, many experts are believing that with all things being equal, those who spread good “karma” are more likely to succeed in the long run.
But what exactly is karma? According to Sara Arnell, “The idea of karma — good or bad — is part of the belief system of millions of people around the world. In the simplest terms, karma results from a person’s actions.” As the CEO and founder of Karmic, a mobile app and platform for “everyday acts of kindness and compassion”, Arnell advises… Read more
The days of the three-martini lunches are gone — and they have been for decades. Companies and professionals alike now converge online by default. It’s easier. It’s in real-time. And it’s much less expensive than hundred-dollar bar tabs. However, with greater accessibility comes greater responsibility. Are you managing your online networking effectively? Are you on the right channels? LinkedIn is an obvious option for job seekers and working professionals, but how about Facebook or Twitter? Where do you start?
There are countless places to build your professional presence online. To… Read more
Where do you see yourself in five years? Try five minutes! While the end of a temporary contract can be a hectic and anxious time, it’s also an opportunity — especially if your aim is to transition into a full-time role. Here are a few tips to increase your staying power.
Take a Moment to Reflect
Benchmark your achievements and be able to point to ways you’re primed to continue contributing to the company. Your insider snapshot of the company allows you to speak directly to the organization’s pain points… Read more
Everyone in the job market has probably encountered the “usual suspects” of interview tips: bring a resume, make eye contact and wear clothes that don’t distract.
There’s a reason you hear some of these over and over: It’s good advice. But there’s so much more to landing a job in today’s market — and it takes more than coming with a list of questions and executing a Presidential handshake.
More than ever, it’s important to distinguish yourself from others in an interview, many of whom will have similar qualifications and… Read more
A person holds several jobs over the course of their career. Changing jobs within the same field of work is easier to do than switching careers. When you switch careers the person may have to begin at the bottom of the ladder and progress like any new entrant to that field. Someone who holds a job usually does it mainly for the money; advancement is not one of the priorities or the work may not be interesting. A person who pursues a career is seeking out connected employment opportunities which… Read more
Trying to find a job is a long and detailed process, but millions find success every year. Taking advantage of lesser-known resources, and strategies quickly becoming popular among a new generation of workers, can help anyone stand a better chance throughout the process.
According to Business News Daily, some of the best strategies may be turning to lesser-known trade websites and publications. The information they host can be a great tip or tool to improve future applications, giving users a more direct idea of what the companies accepting their applications… Read more
One of the most delicate balances job seekers must perform when writing their resume is to come up with a creative document that stands out from the rest of the stack, while still conveying the necessary information and not alarming hiring professionals with too-far-outside-the-box methods.
The best way to do this is to focus on establishing your own personal brand, and letting this shine through on your resume.
It is important of showing – not telling – when it comes to demonstrating confidence, creativity, independent thinking and other traits companies… Read more
It pays to be careful when sending a resume out to prospective employers. The tiniest mistake, if noticed, could land your resume in the trash or recycling, putting you out of contention even before you’ve been fairly considered.
An imperfect resume isn’t necessarily a deal breaker, but many of the most common flaws with resumes can easily be fixed if you know what to look for. Always focusing on skills you’ve learned and excel at, rather than the positions you’ve held, is one tip. Even if you don’t necessarily have… Read more
During the job searching process, setting up a customized career goal should be a key component of anyone’s approach. By having definitive metrics to work toward, a path will be laid out in front of you so you can know exactly what your next steps must be in terms of success. However, there are some specific aspects of the goal itself that should be aligned properly to better ensure success.
There are some approaches to setting this goal that must be taken if hoping for success. For instance, the plan… Read more
