Do you ever wonder why one person gets a promotion and another is overlooked. You might be surprised to know that while being labeled a hard worker and dedicated to your career are important attributes, Read more…
Much has been made about the first 90 days in a new job, and with good reason. First impressions are so important to building good relationships and developing an understanding of the corporate (or departmental) Read more…
Personal traits are what make you different from other people. We each have our own blend of characteristics, but it’s important to know the difference between your traits and your skills because talking about traits Read more…
According to a recent survey by specialized temporary staffing company Accountemps, more than 28 percent of respondents in a recent survey* indicated making a mistake at work was their greatest fear. In his book, “Managing Read more…
Small talk: We make small talk every day, and it often is what builds relationships. If you’re in a job search, you need to know when it’s time to shift to a deeper conversation. Here’s Read more…
If you’re in the market for a job, Twitter might be just what you need to expand your network. Twitter is an effective social-media job-search tool, and using it as part of your networking strategy Read more…
Job seekers who are age 55 and over have more opportunities than ever thanks to advancements in health care and many Baby Boomers’ desire to embrace life to the fullest. When it comes to job Read more…
Habits — some are good, some are not — and if you’re looking for a job, bad habits can keep you from achieving your career dreams. While everyone has a unique job-search experience, there are Read more…
Discovering what makes you unique can be a challenging exercise especially when you have taken your skills for granted throughout your career. Most people tend to put their skills on auto-pilot and just do their Read more…
Panel or group interviews typically happen during the hiring phase of the interview process. In fact, it’s fairly common to be interviewed by a team of people when the position is one that will play Read more…