How often do you find yourself staring at the wall clock in your office and thinking, “Another day, another dollar”? Every day it’s the same thing. You punch in; you punch out. It doesn’t matter how much effort you put in, your performance is subject to someone’s evaluation. You have no control over your career...
In today’s dog-eat-dog world, where the competition is high and the stakes are even higher, landing a decent, well-paying job may be the only thing that would keep you afloat. But we all know that it is easier said than done. Job hunting is a job in itself. However, knowing how to optimize your search...
Looking for work can be exhausting and frustrating since it rarely happens to land a job after 2 or 3 interviews. While there are some fields where potential employees are being hunted like no other, most people struggle with finding a job that’s up to their potential. Rejection can be tough to handle, especially when...
You're in between jobs, actively seeking the next stop on your career path. But finding a new position is taking longer than you had expected, and you're worried about the growing "gap" on your resume. Yes, there can be plenty of excellent reasons for gaps in a resume, but the general rule is to minimize...
Will a future employer come across your questionable social media posts? There’s a good chance in today’s world. The number of employers searching social media accounts has increased 500% in the last decade and 93% of hiring managers review a candidate’s social profile before making a hiring decision. 55% of all hiring managers reconsider a...
In today’s job marketplace, the competition is fierce, and the standards of recruiting are improving as the time goes by. There was a recent study in which more high-class recruiters were technologically assessed by computerized machines. The technique that has been used throughout the study is called “eye tracking”, and it basically observes the attention...
You might not believe it, but work-life balance applies to your digital life, too. What you do on more casual social media sites such as Facebook or Twitter might not seem as important to prospective employers as what you post on your LinkedIn profile, but the truth is that nearly 60 percent of employers take...
Building the perfect job application can be very tricky. It’s the first form of contact between you and your possible employer. This is why you really need to put your best foot forward. But, apart from finding a creative and full-proof way of showcasing your skills as well as the reasons why you’re best for...
No, not a leftover business card from your last job. Every working professional needs a personal business card they can use outside their company. This is an especially valuable tool when you're looking for a new job, because it tells hiring managers a lot about you as a person and potential worker. Of course, you...
