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Chances are, you probably have heard the term "personal branding" kicke...
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I admit it. Over the few days leading up to the record-setting $1.5 b...
Have you heard of career cushioning yet? If not, get ready for the next career trend of 2023.
A carry-over term from the dating world, cushioning is the process of thinking about or actively testing the waters for a new relationship when the current one looks like it might be in danger of ending. ...
Dear Donna,
I’ve noticed that the amount of jobs posted online seems to dry up around the holiday season – I know I saw a definite drop in relevant jobs for me over Thanksgiving week. I’m worried I won’t be able to keep my job search alive during the pending holidays. So how can I make the most of ...
As a job seeker, it is important to know the ebb and flow of the hiring cycles. As we look forward to 2023, be ready for that intense hiring period throughout Q1.
Here’s a breakdown of the next couple of months – and how to use this to your advantage:
December:
You may be tempted to take it easy ...
Chances are, you probably haven’t received much formal training in job searching. If you are lucky, your college may have held some classes or workshops. Similarly, you may have sought advice online only to find many conflicting approaches.
How is a job seeker supposed to put a real job search ...
Did you know that September is officially International Update Your Resume Month?
Yep! If you aren’t sure where to start, check these six tips to ensure your resume isn’t old and moldy.
- The one-page resume myth
Unless you are an entry-level candidate, the one-page resume just doesn’t giv...
Have you ever negotiated your salary before? Surprisingly, the vast majority of job seekers never negotiate once they receive an offer from a company. However, most employers are happy to increase that starting salary for top candidates! If you want to earn more money, check out these five strategie...
Chances are, you have heard the warning signs: Economic experts are predicting a Recession very soon, especially in light of current inflation.
How will this impact your career? And what can you do about it?
1. Watch Your Industry
Depending on your industry, the impact on your career in a R...
If you are a job seeker, it might feel like the HR department hates you.
After all, they certainly aren’t treating you like a friend!
Well, HR doesn’t actually hate you, but they do have some procedures in place to keep the relationship a little cool.
Keep this simple fact in mind: HR is expec...
I am sure you heard that phrase before – but what does it actually mean?
If you are like most people, you might assume that it means time – you need to devote up to 40 hours a week to looking for a new job. After all, you need to treat it like a job!
Right?
Wrong!
Treating your search like a jo...
When is a promotion a bad thing?
When it doesn’t carry any weight with it.
Unfortunately, I hear this exact situation all the time. Someone strives throughout their career to gain a meaningful management position, only to discover that when they finally land the role, it is in name only.
Worse,...
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