Job searches can be overwhelming. With numerous job boards, job fairs, and forums, it can be hard to know where to turn first, much less identify which avenues give you your best chance of quickly landing your dream job. You should take advantage of every resource at your disposal. Staffing firms are an underutilized asset… Read More »
When it comes to applying for a new role, some things will never go out of fashion. Submitting polished and comprehensive resumes and arriving early for an interview, to name two examples, are tactics that will always be sure to catch an employer’s eye. Another crucial component of the job search process is the drafting… Read More »
Most of us are familiar with the hard skills – i.e., the teachable, technical skills such as programming or graphic design – that are prerequisites for success within our industry. However, there are a whole other array of “soft skills” which are mentioned far less often in professional circles but are nonetheless equally important for… Read More »
You have likely heard it said that who you know can be almost as important as what you know…if not more important. It is a proven fact of business life that having a vast network of professional contacts can drastically tip the scale in your favor. It is the reason top executives join numerous professional… Read More »
While it is almost universally acknowledged that a strong resume enhances employment potential, it is often “soft skills” that can make or break a job search. Simply put, soft skills encompass emotional intelligence. High academic scores and honors are desirable, of course. But, emotional intelligence during a job search and after hiring is a key… Read More »
Last year, a Gallup survey found nearly 1 in 4 employees feels burned out, either always or often. While a lack of motivation may not always be caused by feeling “burned out,” there is little doubt that finding it difficult to stay motivated at work is a common issue. Fortunately, it is an issue that… Read More »
When you think of the people who have been instrumental in your life in positive ways, you may recall a favorite athletic coach, teacher or mentor. Some challenged you. Some encouraged you. Some guided you toward goals you felt were beyond your reach. Thus, it is not surprising that if you could be described as… Read More »