Work Authorization 101: What You Should Know
Just because you may live in the United States, it doesn’t mean you can legally work here. You must become work authorized to hold your dream job in the U.S. What does becoming work authorized mean and how do you receive this status? Here are a few things you should know about becoming work […]
5 Transferable Skills You Should Acquire
As you apply for a new job, you want to make yourself as marketable as possible. You want to appear as the ideal candidate and have the qualifications and skills necessary to complete a certain task. However, while some skills are industry-specific, others are not. Transferable skills are those skills that will help you be […]
How to Befriend Your Coworkers
Having friends at work can create a more enjoyable work environment. You feel like you have an ally and you aren’t all alone in the workplace. However, the workforce can be competitive and making friends can be a challenge. Here are a few ways that you can create work friendships and build personal relationships at […]
Get Through Meetings That Could Be Emails
It isn’t uncommon for many employers to hold a meeting just “to hold a meeting.” According to a report by the Harvard Business Review, more than 70% of the surveyed managers said that most business meetings are unproductive and inefficient. In many cases, these meetings could simply be an email that takes only a few […]
Basic Interview Etiquette You Need to Know
When you walk into a job interview, you want to make an immediate impression. While being prepared, your personality and even your resume will all contribute to your overall impression and the likelihood of getting the job, there is still basic interview etiquette you need to follow. Here are several things you should keep in […]
How to Figure Out What You Want Out of Your Career
It is common for many individuals to feel stuck in their career and have no clear plan for the future. Even if you have been in the same job for several years, it can be challenging to know what you want to get out of your career and how to be fully engaged in your […]
5 Workplace Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow
Being an extraordinary employee is much more than your quality of work and how well you meet your deadlines (even though these are very important!). It also involves how well you behave in the workplace, how considerate you are of others, and your manners. Let’s talk about five workplace etiquette rules that will not only […]
How to Handle Rejection
It can be discouraging when you receive that “no.” It may have been your dream job, your number one option for new employment, or even just part of a long job hunt. It is easy to throw yourself a pity party and give up. However, how you handle rejection and move on will make all […]
Soft Skills You Need to be Successful in the Workplace
No matter your industry or job title, there are many hard skills — such as knowledge of a technology application or the ability to speak a foreign language —that will help you stand out in the job hunt and perform well in your employment. However, these aren’t the only skills that will make a difference. […]
Social Media Mistakes that are Costing You the Job
Your social media accounts may be the place where you express your opinions and share images from your night on the town, but these things may be hurting your job hunt. According to a survey by CareerBuilder, up to 70% of employers use social to screen potential job candidates. During this process, 57% chose not […]
