Negotiate Benefits, Not Just Salary
Negotiating during the interview closing process isn’t on the top of your To-Do List? It should be. When searching for a new job, there are many factors you must consider. You don’t want to only want to find a job that you love and enjoy going to every day. Search for one one that also […]
5 Reasons You Should Use Niche Job Boards
Did you know there are more than 10,000 job posting websites in the United States alone? This makes it difficult to narrow down your search and find postings that target your expertise and experience. While there are many popular job posting websites such as Indeed and Monster, they are general and don’t focus on many […]
What makes a likable employee?
Call it pleasant, easy going, or affable, but whatever word you choose, employees and employers work together best when they get along well and like each other. We hear a lot about the need for proper skills for getting a job, or how important it is that you have experience and knowledge in certain areas. […]
4 questions you don’t expect in an interview
Most interviewers assume that the candidate is showing up having done a bit of preparation. They (hopefully!) have researched the company and understand the role they are applying for. Maybe they have been practicing some sample questions, such as “Why should we hire you?,” or “What can you offer to the company?” But what about […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Why You’re Still Unemployed . . . What’s Your Fault and What’s Not
There are some reports that your job search should average one month for every $10,000 of annual salary you wish to earn – so your next $60,000 per year job should take about half a year to land. But what if it’s been much longer than expected and you’re still unemployed? Is that because you’re […]
Should I Stay or Should I Go? If You Want to Leave Your Job, Know Why.
So you’ve decided, as the old song says, “you can take this job and shove it”? Too many hours? Not enough dollars? Awful commute? Bored out of your mind? There are lots of good reasons for why you want to leave your job. But you should know them and understand them. If you don’t. . […]
When TMI is a Good Thing — The Benefits of Informational Interviews
Whether you’re actively in the market for a new job, or just casually pondering looking for a new opportunity, you should consider doing informational interviews. The benefits are more significant than apparent, and they are great preparation for interviews for an actual position. Here are some reasons to consider informational interviews: