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Waiting isn’t easy
Waiting is part of a job-search, but it can take a toll on you, particularly if you have left a job where decisions were made rapidly and results could be seen in a short time. Read more…
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Is the grass really greener someplace else?
It can be tempting to leave your job when things aren’t going well. Although you may have a vision of what it would be like to work someplace else, you need to ask questions and Read more…
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Use your observation skills to get an edge
Most people could sharpen their observation skills a bit. They can help you know when to talk and when to listen. For example, if you’re doing all the talking in a networking conversation (and asking Read more…
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Can online freelance sites help your job search?
Have you considered freelancing online as part of your job search? In many ways, online-employment platforms can help you by providing quick access to employers who are looking for help in specific projects. In today’s Read more…
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How you talk to yourself affects your success
Job seekers know a job search involves creating resumes and personal branding statements, as well as sharpening those interview skills. But there’s a psychological or internal side to your job search, and it deserves your Read more…
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It’s time to review your annual goals
What is achieving a goal worth to you? As we near the half-way point in the year — it’s a good time to evaluate the progress you have made on your New Year’s resolutions or Read more…
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10 reasons you need a cover letter
Does your cover letter get read, or is it a waste of time? There are good reasons to include a cover letter, even when applying for jobs online. To start the week off, here are Read more…
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Put your LinkedIn headline to work
Your LinkedIn summary should give readers a snapshot of who you are and what you’ve accomplished. You can use your LinkedIn headline to announce a more specific goal. First, write your summary. This will help Read more…
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Master the art of first impressions
First impressions are so important. So, how to you know if you’re starting off on the right foot? Here’s a good tool you can use to check yourself. If you only had 60 seconds to Read more…
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Survey sheds light on recent grad hiring gap
A recent study conducted by Millennial Branding using the Experience Inc. data pool of more than 100,000 U.S. companies confirmed the job gap and employment challenges graduating college students face. There were 225 participating employers Read more…