Are You (Unintentionally) Hindering Your Job Search?

2022-04-07T13:42:48-04:00Acing the Interview, Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice|

If you’ve found yourself in a job search receiving what feels like endless rejection, there might be a culprit. There are factors that may be hindering your job search that (luckily) are in your control, and you may just be overlooking them. We’ve compiled a list of 6 common reasons why you may not make it past the 1st round of interviews or even be considered for an interview in the first place. […]

4 Tips for Providing References to Your New Employer

2022-03-16T10:13:40-04:00General Job Search Advice, How To, Resources for Job Seekers|

With The Great Resignation afloat, we can safely assume that the need for professional references will also increase as new positions are acquired. Most companies require a total of 3 references, though some may require more or less, position depending. We recommend you have a list of references, preferably 5 people or more that you can provide to an employer on the spot. That being said, when in a job search it is important to get ahead of the game and brainstorm reliable references if you have not don’t so already. We have selected a few of our favorite tips [...]

Tips to Prepare for Your Career While Still in College

2022-02-22T11:00:50-05:00General Job Search Advice, Internships, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

According to a study performed at the University of Washington, the average job search time for a college graduate is 6 months. Chances are if you are currently attending or plan to attend college in the future you are struggling with where or how to begin your career search. We’ve compiled a list to help guide you in the right direction of landing a position post-graduation. […]

Negotiating Your Salary

2022-02-08T08:31:44-05:00General Job Search Advice|

You’ve heard about salary negotiating, but have you actually ever negotiated? Chances are the answer is no. According to Salary.com, 44% claim to have never brought up the subject of a raise during a performance review. This means you are leaving a lot on the table. We’ve compiled a list on how to negotiate, tips from career experts, all you need to know, and more. […]

Clean Up Your Computer to Be More Efficient

2021-10-21T11:58:15-04:00General Job Search Advice|

As almost everyone has experienced, a slow or malfunctioning computer can seriously limit our ability to get work done. It can cause even the simplest of tasks to take far too long. Also, that drop in productivity will lead to more work being pushed back. Thankfully, there is a solution. Today is National ‘Clean Your Computer Day’, so there couldn’t be a better time to discuss potential solutions. Not only will we be talking about ways to speed up your computer, we’ll also discuss some tactics you can use to be more efficient yourself! […]

How to Handle a Lack of References

2021-10-19T11:05:33-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers|

Providing references can be one of the most difficult tasks during the job application process. This is especially true when you’re fairly new to the job market with limited resources and experiences. Luckily, you are not alone, almost everyone goes through this barrier! Here are a few tips that will help you remain a strong candidate, even with a lack of professional references. […]

What *NOT* to Include On Your Resume

2021-10-19T11:05:06-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Your resume should be a document that explains in detail; your experience, education, and skillset. The purpose of a resume is to provide a parallel between your background and the positions you are applying for. The information you list here should be relevant, and precise. That’s why we wanted to expand on our previous blog (if you missed our blog on that, you can read that here) and share phrases that you should leave *off* your resume. Check it out! […]

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