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May 4, 2018 — 0

9 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Interview

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Congratulations! You’ve landed an interview. You’re one step closer to getting your dream job. 

No doubt you’d start preparing for the interview questions that might be asked of you.

But the interview is also a chance for you to get to know more about the company and the role for which you’ve applied.

Asking questions about the company, the hiring manager, and the position also shows you’re serious about getting a feel for what working for the organization is like. It proves you’ve taken time to picture yourself in the position and that you’re serious about finding out whether it’s the right fit for you.

It leaves a strong impression on the interviewers and often can make a vital difference when it comes to the selection between two equally skilled applicants.

Let’s take a look at a few of the best questions you should ask at the end of the interview. Read More

March 8, 2018 — 0

How to Network Your Way to a New Job

How to Network Your Way to a New Job

One of the biggest struggles with getting a new job is getting noticed in the first place. If you’re only applying to jobs you find online, it could take you even longer to get an interview. Because there are dozens or even hundreds of applicants for each online posting, you have a lot of competition.

However, if you have a large network, finding a new job can be much easier. When you know someone on the inside, they can let you know of jobs before they open, or ensure your resume gets in front of the right person. With the right connections, you can find the job of your dreams much sooner.

Let’s take a look at a few different tips you should use to improve your professional relationships to get a new job. Read More

January 22, 2018 — 0

8 Best Career Assessment and Personality Tests to Help You Find the Right Job

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Starting in middle school, helping you figure out what you’re going to do for the rest of your life becomes one of the goals of your teachers. Sure, you’re only 13 years old. But, your job is something that’s hammered into your head from early on.

So, you go through high school, and maybe you take some specific courses about psychology or anatomy.

Then college rolls around. Or, maybe you prefer to skip college.

Whatever your choice, your career may not have turned out what you thought it would be. People change, and it’s OK to realize that what you wanted to do in college or during your early years may not be what you want to do for the rest of your life.

If you’re caught in this conundrum, ease up.

It’s possible to switch careers and find something that you’re truly passionate about! To help you out, there’s a host of personality and career-oriented tests you can take.

Even if you haven’t worked a job yet, you can still take these tests. You may be surprised by what you find! Read More

October 2, 2017 — 0

How to Write a Letter of Recommendation

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Employers sometimes ask for letters of recommendation from people who know the applicants. Recommendation letters can be requested as part of the initial application package or as the last step in vetting a job candidate.

Organizations that ask for letters of recommendation usually ask for two or three such letters, in order to get a better feel for the candidate and make sure they’re a good fit for the company. 

Gather Information to Write the Letter

If you’re approached by someone to write a letter of recommendation, the first step is to gather information about the position she is looking for.

Ask for a copy of the job posting. If she wants a more general letter of recommendation, ask for the type of job they are looking for.

You need to have the specific job posting or knowledge of the type of job the person is looking for because the most successful recommendation letters will make a clear link between the capabilities, skills and qualities the job-seeker has demonstrated previously and those required in the open position.

Good recommendation letters are not vague and general. They specifically pinpoint what the person has done well with an eye toward what they can continue to do well. Read More

August 22, 2017 — 2

Resume vs Curriculum Vitae (CV): What’s the Difference?

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Whether you’re applying for a scholarship, a place on a master’s course or a full-fledged job, you need to provide relevant information to sell yourself to those choosing the best candidate.

The best way to do so is to create a killer resume or curriculum vitae (CV) that describes you, your experience and all you’ve achieved thus far.

How do you know which type of document to produce, though?

To some, a resume and a CV may seem like interchangeable words. It turns out there are differences between the two documents, as well as differences in the types of places you’d send a resume versus a CV.

To make that decision clearer — and to make the creation of your resume or CV easier for you — here are the biggest differences between the two documents. Read More

August 8, 2017 — 1

The 12-Step Plan to a Successful Career Change

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Being stuck in a job that doesn’t allow you to reach your full potential can cause a lot of unwanted stress and uncertainty for many people. We’re here to remind you that you aren’t stuck, and it’s totally possible to switch into a different industry, field or position.

Maybe you’ve lost interest in your current profession, or maybe you’ve discovered a new interest in another field. No matter the reason, deciding to switch careers is life-changing. To be successful at whatever it is you choose to do, you need to make the change the right way.

If you’re considering a career change but don’t know where to start, follow these 12 steps: Read More

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