It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. That may be cliché, but it’s true. When it comes to finding a job, who you know matters. Consider this statistic from LinkedIn: 85 percent of all jobs are filled through networking. Taking advantage of your connections is one of the best things you can… Read More »
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How to Quit Your Job the Right Way
You may have fantasies about quitting your job, imagining yourself telling your boss off and leaving the organization in shambles without you. But before you do anything drastic, consider the consequences: you could burn bridges and damage your chances at employment in the future. You never know when you will run into former coworkers… Read More »
5 Tips for Getting Back to Work After a Vacation
Coming back to work after a vacation can be a soul-crushing experience. One minute you’re enjoying sun and fun, only to return to a mountain of real-world responsibilities and obligations. As a recent survey suggested, more employees will be taking vacations this summer, so there’s a good chance many of us will be experiencing… Read More »
How to Use Social Media to Research a Company’s Culture
You want to be happy where you work. And while a competitive salary, good health insurance, and a great company match on your retirement plan are all important, the biggest factor for job satisfaction is company culture. To be truly happy at work, you need to determine if a company’s culture is right for… Read More »
5 Job Search Tips While You’re Currently Employed
Looking for a new job while you’re still employed has its pros and cons. On one hand, currently employed candidates are more desirable to recruiters and hiring managers because they are perceived as more “in-demand.” Plus, job searching is much less stressful when you still have a steady paycheck. On the other hand, if… Read More »
6 Tips for Writing Cover Letters
To some job seekers, cover letter writing is a pointless endeavor. But a cover letter is one of the most important aspects of any job search. Cover letters are the first thing that many hiring managers see. It can create a positive first impression that encourages someone to read your resume, or it can… Read More »
Pay Attention to What You’re Posting, Or Nobody Else Will
How you represent your company can be as simple as what is included in a job posting. Think about it. Each company has a certain style to its job postings. An established bank has a different tone from a startup technology company. What you say within your posting will determine the type of applicants you… Read More »
Job Search Tip: Use tools to sell your story
When it comes to reviewing résumés, the sheer volume of résumés received in their inbox can overwhelm a recruiter. Think about it: a recruiter could get hundreds upon hundreds of résumés for a single job posting. And with that amount, it can be difficult to differentiate one from the other. That is why it’s important… Read More »
What Type of Resume is Best for Me?
One of the first things you need to do when embarking on a job search is create a strong, concise resume. Your resume needs to be more than a list of what you’ve done. It needs to be a document that represents who you are and tells employers what you can do. Your resume often… Read More »
5 Tips for Applying for Out of State Jobs
Applying for a job in a different state can be tricky. There is a myth that most recruiters or HR managers won’t even consider an out-of-town candidate because they’re afraid they’ll be asked to pay for interview trips or relocation costs. They might be worried that they’ll go through all the trouble of hiring you,… Read More »