4 surprising reasons you should speak to a recruiter
Many people assume that the only time it is important to speak to a recruiter is when you show up in their office and ask for help finding a job. While this is indeed a big part of the work that a recruiter does, there are plenty of other services they can offer you and […]
4 must have computer skills for getting hired
Most people would likely agree that success in getting a job is very much driven by skills in technology and the ability to competently use a computer. Experts predict that by 2022, computer literacy will be non-negotiable in 90% of jobs. With the array of tasks that computers can be used to complete, it’s hard […]
Continuing Education: How learning gives you a step up over your competition
If you want to get ahead in your job, you have to stay ahead in every way, especially when it comes to learning and developing your skills. With the fast-paced changes in industries thanks to the ability of businesses to connect on a global scale, you can’t afford to fall behind on the latest trends, […]
Want a job working from home? Here’s what you need to know.
With over 3.9 million Americans now working from home, for many people, the idea is incredibly appealing. You may have visions of waking up at whatever time you want while doing work in their pajamas, sitting on the couch. While it has its perks, working from home isn’t all roses. There are a few things […]
How a recruiter can help you land your dream job
If you are on the hunt for a new job, stuck in one that you don’t really like, chances are, part of what is holding you back is the fact that searching for a new job is not fun. It’s time-consuming, discouraging, and more often than not, leads to a few disheartening letdowns and rejections […]
3 ways to know you aren’t built for a desk job
For many of us, the classic 9-5 job life at the office is alluring: you have your evenings and weekends free you get to leave work and go home when the five o’clock rolls around the job comes with vacation, holiday, and health benefits and a paycheck However, this working style can be stressful if […]
When is it okay to turn down a job offer?
Given how exciting it is to be the successful applicant for a new job, not to mention how much of a relief it is to finally get a job after multiple interviews, it can seem counter-intuitive to turn a job down. But if you find yourself in a situation where you are considering that it […]
Building confidence in your job: How to do it and why it matters
For many of us, we allow our career and success at work to dictate our level of confidence in ourselves. When we feel like we are accomplishing a great deal at work, being productive, meeting goals, and pushing sales targets, we have a boost in confidence and believe in ourselves more. On the other hand, […]
There is a right and a wrong way to resign: Resignation letters 101
Resigning from your job can be met with a series of mixed emotions. On one hand you may be excited because you have new and exciting job opportunities that you are moving towards. You may also be nervous about that same new job, or maybe even relieved knowing you are leaving your current job. You […]
Asking for a raise at work: There’s the right way & the wrong way
There comes a time in everyone’s career where you start to see the dollar signs flashing in your head. Over time you may start performing tasks and find yourself thinking, “this is not worth what I am getting paid.” Or maybe you think to yourself, “I have done a really amazing job in my role […]