What’s Off-Limits? Understanding Illegal Interview Questions

2025-06-16T10:57:31-04:00Behind the Scenes, General Job Search Advice, General News|

Job Interviews are common practice and one of the most critical components of any hiring process. Yet, hiring managers will often take freedom with the interview process and the questions they ask. Unknowingly (or often knowingly) hiring managers will ask interviewees illegal questions. According to a survey conducted in April, 32% of hiring managers admit they knowingly ask illegal questions. There are a variety of reasons that prompt such questions, however, asking an interviewee personal characteristic questions may be viewed as discrimination, as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.  Furthermore, questions like these often [...]

Start the New Year Right

2022-12-22T09:16:48-05:00Job Efficiency, Motivation|

The holidays have come and gone, and you may be feeling keen on a new year and a new you. January is a wonderful time for reflection, as well as short and long-term goal setting. Naturally, this process looks different for everyone, but it’s important to put your best foot forward when walking into the new year. We’ve gathered five central ideas to help you get set for the new year. We recommend beginning the process with a yearly review. It’s a perfect way to start the year to help you learn what worked well, what pitfalls you encountered, [...]

Advice for a December Graduate

2022-11-02T14:46:43-04:00General Job Search Advice, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters, Services|

Congratulations December Graduates! Whether you are graduating a semester early or a semester late, you are finally at the finish line. Completing your degree is an exciting accomplishment, you should be proud of making it to the end! Before you begin wrapping up your final exams and assignments you may be thinking, when is the best time to start applying for a job? There is no clear answer. Based on your plans, goals, and needs your next step may look different than your fellow graduates. However, if you are ready to begin your professional career, we have some advice [...]

Etiquette for Texting in the Workplace

2022-10-31T15:35:13-04:00Behind the Scenes, Job Efficiency, Pop Culture Perspective|

Work Texting: Etiquette and Timeliness   These days, having a cell phone in your pocket is the norm over having a landline at home. The same is true for having a cell phone in the office as well. Knowing this, what is the best way to communicate with an employee, coworker, or client? When trying to reach someone for work-related matters, depending on the situation, we want them to see it as soon as possible. Sending a text message is quick and easy, but is it professional? Here are some tips for work-related texting and etiquette to help you [...]

How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” In an Interview

2022-01-25T08:10:52-05:00Acing the Interview|

Interviews are put in place not only for a company to determine if you have the right skills for a job, but to further understand your knowledge, expertise, and what type of employee you are. One of the most common interview questions that are asked, is “why do you want to work here?”. Companies will ask this question to know your intentions, your preparedness, and to determine whether and why you would be a good fit. Here’s how to answer. […]

5 Ways to Stand Out at Work

2022-01-18T08:01:28-05:00Behind the Scenes|

Oftentimes we can feel our work is mundane. We are not improving, there is no goal in sight, and sometimes we can feel invisible. You may be a great employee, but being a valuable employee is where progress is made. So how can you do this? Here are five ways to stand out at work and become a more valuable employee. […]

How to Be Productive Before The Holidays

2021-12-21T08:11:13-05:00Job Efficiency|

The holiday season generally consists of a busy schedule, endless planning, and often; stress. How can we be most productive as the holidays are quickly approaching? Here are five tips to help you this week. […]

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