From hangouts with friends, day-to-day work, and now interviews, safe social distancing has made our world more virtual than ever before. When it comes to hiring, businesses are getting creative to ensure they can still connect job seekers with great opportunities. This includes integrating video interviews into their hiring practices. If you’re a […]
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What comes to your mind when you think of the industrial revolution? You likely imagine factories, smokestacks, and laborers circa 1800s New York. But did you know right now we’re right in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution? This industrial revolution has striking differences to the three before it. While the other revolutions […]
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Having stumbled upon this blog, you’re likely in the market for a new job. If you’ve already dug through job boards, subscribed to job alerts, searched through your LinkedIn connections, and still aren’t having any luck – stay strong! Your ideal position is likely right around the corner. With countless automated job search tools online, […]
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Writing a thank-you note after an interview has become a commonly utilized best practice for candidates, so it is no longer enough to make you stand out just by sending one at all. However, a high-quality thank-you note can put you in a league of your own, compared to many candidates who opt for an […]
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Networking is often thought of as navigating professional politics and getting to know the “right people” and leveraging the relationship for personal gain. However, for networking to be effective, it requires a genuine approach, in which you aim to provide value and help others, regardless of their status or what they can do for you. […]
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Mapping out your career with 5, 10, or 20-year goals may seem like the ideal way to keep yourself on track professionally; however, having static objectives may not be the most effective way to conquer a dynamic, ever-changing job market. Since you don’t know what the future holds (perhaps your 20-year “dream job” won’t even […]
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As you progress in your career, the hiring process is likely to get more in-depth. Higher-level positions have more of an impact on the company’s overall performance, so hiring managers will often want you to go beyond a verbal interview and have you demonstrate what you can bring to the company through an interview presentation. […]
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Searching for a job can be frustrating, whether you’re unemployed or passively looking. There are so many variables outside of a job searcher’s control that can make it seem like success is always going to be out of reach. If you allow your mindset to change from motivated to defeated, you’re more likely to give […]
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Many professionals don’t touch their resumes until they are ready to job search. However, even if you’re happily employed, keeping your resume updated can be beneficial for promotion opportunities or negotiating a raise – plus, you’ll have the peace of mind that you won’t have to start from scratch in the event of a sudden […]
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Job interviews are typically the “make or break” factor in hiring decisions, yet candidates often don’t know what to expect ahead of time. They are left to make many spontaneous choices and hope that it reflects on them in a positive manner. Fortunately, while the details of every job interview may differ, there are commonly […]
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