General Job Search Advice Archives - Page 9 of 13

A Guide to Outplacement Services

jobs2020-12-24T10:34:17-05:00General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

What is Outplacement? Outplacement services have become a rapidly growing and almost required part of every company. An outplacement service helps a terminated employee transition into a new job by guiding them through the job search. Employers typically have this in play for when they are forced to make cuts. There are many different types of outplacement services with different options. Some are as cheap as $750/employee but others range into the thousands. If a company has an outplacement service, it should be mentioned in the severance package. So what’s that? A severance package is an agreement made at the [...]

The Second Interview: All You Need to Know

jobs2020-12-15T08:47:55-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice|

Interviews in general are a scary thing to handle, let alone multiple interviews for the same company in a short period of time. What could they possibly need to ask still? Is this the final one? Will it be the same person interviewing? Or more people? What if it goes horribly? We’ve got all the answers right here! From wrapping up your first interview to hearing back after the second interview, everything’s covered. […]

Avoiding Employee Burnout During the Holidays

jobs2020-12-10T10:04:30-05:00Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News, How to Survive the '9-5', Job Efficiency, Motivation, Uncategorized|

The Holidays are a time full of joy, except at work. After a long 12 month work year, many employees are dragging themselves through these last few weeks before they get some well-earned time off. This is understandable, especially as we reach the end of 2020 which was a whirlwind for all. However, there is still work to be done so managers and HR staff need to be extra vigilant during this time. On the other hand, stress and anxiety about deadlines that need to be met by the end of the year can also lead to employee burnout around this time. […]

Making Connections on LinkedIn: A Guide

jobs2020-12-08T08:51:11-05:00All About Recruiters, Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Services|

LinkedIn is a vital part of any job search. Earlier in the year, we discussed all of the ways that LinkedIn is of value to job-seekers. There are so many features that help individuals network and increase their chances of getting hired, but we pin making connections as the most important part of LinkedIn. This is something that some may struggle with as it is hard to be the person initiating things. That’s why we’ve compiled a guide on how to make these oh-so valuable connections on LinkedIn! […]

Negotiating Salary: Get What You Deserve

jobs2020-12-01T10:08:39-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

Negotiating salary can not only be uncomfortable, but nerve-wracking as well. Many worry that if they ask for the salary they want straight off the bat, it could affect their chances of getting the job. This leads people to undermine the salary they truly deserve and oftentimes lowball it. Lowballing is just as bad as asking for too much and not getting the job, because you may end up stuck wondering “did my employer just get a bargain off me?” To prevent this kind of thing from happening while still being professional, there are some key things to do while [...]

Internships: Why They’re So Important

jobs2020-11-25T19:46:42-05:00General Job Search Advice, General News, Internships, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

It is common knowledge that internships are something everyone should do before entering an industry. The question, however, is why? Participating in an internship program is important for many reasons besides just gaining experience. Internships give employees the chance to build their network, practice theory, gain industry knowledge, have a competitive edge, and simply make money! Good internships also have dual benefits for the employee and the company. It is not a one-way street and can help with both career growth and company growth. […]

High-Income Skills in 2020

jobs2020-11-24T08:40:21-05:00General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

Figuring out what types of skills are most desirable or will get you the most recognition is tricky. However, when you can do something not many can or maybe something that is a huge asset for a specific industry, you can get paid big bucks! While transferable skills amp up any resume, the more technical skills and industry-specific knowledge can amp up your salary! Continue reading to find out the hottest jobs and skills of 2020. […]

Remote Interviews: Tips and Tricks

jobs2020-11-19T09:38:35-05:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Motivation, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

COVID-19 has more people doing remote work than ever before. This includes hiring managers too! Even when the “new normal” begins to convert back to the old, the way we work is likely to be changed forever. In-person interviews will return eventually, but the option for remote ones will also be present still. It may even be a BIG part of how hiring managers screen candidates or a required step before an in-person interview. Since remote interviews are unconventional but part of life now, it is important to know how to prepare for them. Check out these tips that are [...]

Is Too Much Experience a Bad Thing?

jobs2020-11-17T10:21:28-05:00Acing the Interview, All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters, Uncategorized|

Typically, you would think that having a wealth of experience on a resume is always a good thing. However, there are cases where being over-qualified or having too much experience will actually hurt your chances of landing a job you may be interested in. This is due to many reasons and while not always the case, it is relatively common. […]

Marketing Yourself to a Potential Employer

jobs2020-11-10T10:33:41-05:00Acing the Interview, All About Recruiters, General Job Search Advice, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

The best way to land a job or acquire clients is to market yourself. Marketing yourself to employers or clients entails highlighting your strengths and valuable skills that would make YOU the best candidate. Continue reading to find out how to stand out amongst the crowd. […]