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,...
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,...
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...
You don't have to be a networking expert to know that building connections matters! No matter if you're looking for a new job or you desire a promotion, networking should be at the top of your list. Networking allows you to build connections with others...
When you have a job you love, you're not only excited to go to work each day, but you are more motivated and productive. A study at the University of Warwick found that when you're happy in the workplace, it increases your productivity by 12%....
No matter your industry, job title, or years in a profession, you will need to write a professional email. However, writing a professional email shouldn’t be something that you quickly cross off your to-do list. It should be something that you do correctly to make...
The interview is one of the most important steps in the hiring process. This short period of time gives employers the opportunity to determine if you are a right fit for the company and if you can complete the tasks involved in the job. During...
Job-related stress is extremely common among all employees. Studies show that up to 80% of employees feel stress on the job and 25% view their jobs as the number one stressor in their life. Unfortunately, this job-related stress isn’t something you only experience while in...
Your resume should be one piece of paper that instantly catches the eye of managers and recruiters. It should provide a clear picture of who you are and why they want to hire you. However, your resume is more than just the content you provide....
The workforce is drastically changing. Rather than work the traditional 9 to 5 job in an office, 3.9 million American workers now work from a remote location and 70% of people from around the world work at least once a week from home. While there...