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Job Hunting for the Recent Grad: 5 Tips

jobs2021-05-06T08:38:52-04:00General Job Search Advice, Networking, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

Being fresh out of college and getting thrown into the job market can be overwhelming. Between the usual stress of graduation, all of the times you’re asked “do you have a job lined up?”, and the ongoing pandemic (that’s FINALLY starting to simmer down a bit), you may feel stressed and under pressure to find your dream job. But not to worry, there are ways to expedite your job search and help you get your foot in the door. Being a recent graduate is NOT a death sentence in the job market. In fact, there are an array of reasons [...]

What is a Phone Screen?

jobs2021-05-04T14:42:08-04:00General Job Search Advice, Resources for Job Seekers, Resumes & Cover Letters|

So what exactly happens after you submit your application materials to a job? How long until you hear back? When will you know if you’re chosen for an interview? Well in many recruitment processes, employers narrow down the applicant pool before scheduling interviews by conducting phone screens. Not to be confused with a phone interview, phone screens occur after employers and hiring managers have reviewed resumes and cover letters. Typically, those who appear to be qualified for the position will be phone screened and potentially invited to schedule an interview later on. So while it’s not a guaranteed interview, it’s [...]

Writing a Letter of Interest

jobs2021-04-29T08:44:54-04:00General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Networking, Resumes & Cover Letters|

You’ve been eyeing a particular company for quite some time with great interest and would give just about anything to work there. But, they have no positions open for application. Where do you go from here? Sure, you could wait until they do have a job opening, and apply with one hundred other people. Or, you can be proactive and reach out to the company on your own with a letter of interest. […]

Work Habits to Ditch ASAP

jobs2021-04-20T08:47:03-04:00General News, How to Survive the '9-5', Job Efficiency|

If you’re wondering how you can become happier, more productive, and an overall better employee at work, eliminating bad habits is the first step. Not only do they hinder your ability to do the best you can, but they also make you more prone to performance problems that can prevent you from moving up and even impact your work-life balance. Check out these poor habits that you need to ditch NOW! […]

Spring Clean Your Job Search

jobs2021-04-06T10:05:22-04:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, How To, Motivation, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

Spring has officially sprung. Crazy, I know. After such a long year, it's hard to believe that it's April again. With warmer weather and the blooming of flowers comes more motivation to clean up and get organized. If your one of those many people getting started on spring cleaning, take it one step further and spring clean your job search. Whether you've lost track due to submitting so many applications, put it on hold due to a loss of hope, or simply need to rejuvenate your job search, now is a perfect time. Here are some tips to help get you started [...]

Virtual Career Fairs: A Guide

jobs2021-03-30T08:46:43-04:00Networking, Pandemic, Resources for Job Seekers|

A Career fair is an event in which employers, recruiters, and universities provide information and opportunities to job seekers. Job seekers attend career fairs intending to meet new companies and potential co-workers, speak about upcoming opportunities, fill out resumes and applications and, ask questions regarding their industry. Career fairs have always been a big deal, and can definitely spark some nerves for those who have never attended one or are really trying to get their foot in the door. With all of the change in our world due to COVID-19, A large majority of career fairs are now being held [...]

Performance Reviews: Making Them Effective

jobs2021-02-18T08:56:22-05:00Behind the Scenes, General News, Job Efficiency|

Performance Review can be one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the work year. This is not only true for employees but managers as well. Performance reviews are a formal assessment of an employee, where his or her job performance is evaluated and documented. These reviews take into consideration an employee’s impact, performance, development, and growth. It is not only useful for employees to gauge their success and career development, but also for management to keep the business running its best. In the past, performance reviews have been conducted yearly. Recently, however, many managers execute performance reviews quarterly. More frequent [...]

Industry Spotlight: Healthcare

jobs2021-02-09T09:06:36-05:00Industry Spotlight|

This month’s Industry Spotlight is finally here. With all that has gone on in the world and all that is still going on in the world, there is no better industry to highlight than healthcare. For almost a year now they have been our nation’s frontline. The need for healthcare workers has never and will never go away, but 2020 proved to the world just how much passion, strength, and courage healthcare workers hold. This is for sure not the only reason that the health and medicine fields are praised, but the reward of helping others is just another pro [...]

Transferable Skills – What Are They & Why Do We Need Them?

jobs2020-10-06T11:58:39-04:00Acing the Interview, General Job Search Advice, Job Efficiency, Resumes & Cover Letters|

Transferable skills are a building block for your career. Having skills and abilities that can be utilized in different fields, or even in your social and personal life, is a huge plus. Since these types of skills can be carried with you to different industries, they are often also referred to as portable skills. When it comes time to start that job hunt or switch career paths, transferable skills will be a hit. […]

Why LinkedIn is So Important to your Career?

jobs2020-09-22T13:27:09-04:00General Job Search Advice, Networking, Resources for Job Seekers|

Everyone has been on, heard of, or simply looked at LinkedIn. Joining this platform is a step everybody knows is important when starting a career search-but why? It merges the functions of job search websites and personal profile websites, into one. It is ultimately an extension to your resume, while also acting as a virtual one. There may be a misconception that the platform is used by only those searching for jobs, however, many people from freelancers, to students, to employers and even the big shots such as Bill Gates have LinkedIn profiles. This makes it a powerful networking tool as well. [...]