Happy Monday! Every now and again we all need some motivation – especially during this time of year when we are consumed with holidays, time off and spending it with family and friends. So if you’re needing a pick me up this week – here are 20 quotes to save, post, and fire up your Monday. […]
Losing your job or being let go of your job is, of course, something that may not always be anticipated. Whether you’re aware or unaware of a layoff – dealing with the loss of a job can be super stressful. So today we’re discussing what to do when you lose your job, how to update your resume post-job loss, and what to do to avoid the stress if a job loss occurs in the future. […]
You’re offered a job, however, you don’t want to take the position. Whether the pay is not what you’re looking for, the commute is too far, or maybe you were offered a better opportunity elsewhere. Regardless, you know you’ll have to decline the position – but you don’t know how to go about it. You know you need to inform the company that you’re not wanting to accept the position – so you want to be honest, but you also don’t want to leave a bad impression or ruin your chances down the road. So how do politely and respectively [...]
What are some of the most important elements of a resume to ensure you grab a recruiter’s attention? Here are five things to focus on. […]
As we’re approaching the holiday season, linked to busy schedules, chaos, and new jobs; is it worth it to continue your job search? Are companies looking to hire during this time period? Or are most businesses waiting until January to pick back up their hiring process? Today we’re sharing why you should job search during the holidays, and myths about the holiday job search, below! […]
You’ve gone through the process of submitting (maybe multiple) applications, the interview process, you’ve been offered the job, and you have found the company and a position you’re excited for. So how can you ensure you’re fully prepared, and make the most of your first day at work? Here are some tips below! […]
We are on the brink of the holidays, the parties, the events and… the holiday stress. The good news is, we’re far enough in advanced that with some tips and guidance, you may be able to balance work with holidays more successfully this year. Check out our tips, below. […]
You’ve been asked to provide a job reference – but the circumstances may not always pan out in a positive way. You may not feel comfortable vouching for someone, or your reference wouldn’t be a positive one. So is it offensive to decline a reference? Today we’re sharing all the different possibilities, positive and negative, and how to go about them, below! […]
When applying for a job- oftentimes during the process the company will ask you to provide references. But who do you list? You don’t want to burn bridges by including your current employer, and you don’t want to list family members – because they don’t hold as much professional weight as other contacts in your life. So what are the best types of people to include as references to ensure the most effective results? Here is a list of FIVE different people to consider. […]
When you’re creating a resume, you want to ensure not only that you have the right amount of information but that you also have the most effective format. Whether you’re starting your resume from scratch, or you want to update your resume to ensure its accuracy and effectiveness, you’ll want to follow this crucial tip on what type of template to use. […]
