It’s easy to feel isolated in a job. Even in an office full of coworkers or a store full of customers, we can experience that familiar feeling of dread and loneliness as each day blends into the next. We’re often told that our career progress needs to be linear and that we always have to
Searching for a job is time consuming. Finding a job that you will enjoy and stay with will likely take even longer. However, if you aren’t currently working it is probably best if you approach your job search like you would your typical job, full time. A few hours a week won’t get you very
(or, “Common Resume Mistakes and What Not to Include in a Resume”.) When applying for a job or career, your first impression is often your last impression. A well-prepared and polished resume is an excellent means of getting yourself noticed among the other applicants competing for the same opening. As with mistakes in professional etiquette, mistakes
In a job market that’s growing more competitive every day, having an effective, impressive resume that stands out from the crowd is key. Looking to fine tune yours but not sure where to start? No worries, our Resume Rescue series is here to help!
First, let’s review the purpose of a cover letter. A cover letter “marries” your resume to the open position. Put yourself in the position of a hiring manager. If you received several resumes per day would you want to review each one and attempt to match them up to the positions open within your company? A
Negotiation is a give-and-take process until an eventual agreement is reached between two or more parties. To understand the art of negotiation, a jobseeker must understand that it is a give process as much as it is a receiving process. Look at the proposition from the side of your employer. When faced with such a
There are mainly three categories of hospitality jobs that are related to recreation, restaurants, and accommodations.
A good CV should be specific to the position applied for and accurately represent you and your skills. Having analysed the position that you are applying for, you will need to adjust your CV to highlight the most relevant facts first.
You’ve applied for a new role and so impressed the employer that they offer you the job But wait – are you sure this is the right role for you? To help you find out we’ve drawn up a list of questions. Some will be more important to you than others, but saying “No” to
Your CV should be an engaging advertisement for a unique product: you. It should sing your talents, showcase your skills and give an enticing snapshot of your experience. Follow our top tips for a CV that really does you justice:
One of the toughest questions an Interviewer may ask you is “Do you have any questions for me?”. You can prepare as much as you want for this question but when put on the spot you may sometimes forget what to say. Other times you may not have been prepared to answer this question. Because
One of the most important things to do after you interview with a company is to follow up with a thank you letter. Thank you letters not only reinforce why you are the perfect fit for the job, but they also help to keep you in front of the Interviewer’s face. Thank you for an interview letters
One thing that many job seekers want to do when interviewing is ask about salary. You want to know how much the company can afford and if it is within your same price range or mind frame. The issue you may run into is that many interviewers will find it rude if you bring it
Preparing for an audition also includes having a resume and a few headshot pictures. This is because aside from performing your monologue or reading from a script, cast directors want to know how you look on camera or on stage as well as your previous work experiences. To help you, here are few tips.
Becoming a bartender will give you the opportunity to meet new people every time you go to work and you will actually have the ability to enjoy interacting with your customers, along with having a blast while you are working. It is not everyday that someone gets to enjoy themselves at work, the way that
Organization is an ability that can be acquired or learned by everyone. The terribly hard part is breaking away from your constant habits of cluttering such as piled up paperwork and scattered documents. The solution to organization is by starting with just one step at a time. You will be surprised that all the clutter
We all go through this life without really ever knowing who we are or what we’re fully capable of. That’s just one of those things that we all must deal with in our own way. Coming to terms with this and realizing what type of person you are, is what personal development is all about.
When preparing for a job interview, there are some things you should never say or do. Keep in mind that you should free up your thoughts and focus on your skills, qualifications and the job role you are applying for. No employer wants to really hear your life’s story or your vacation plans or anything
What do interviewers really want in job candidates? The answer may be different for every hiring manager. But first-time job hunters may be surprised by how simple their wish lists are. We asked hiring managers from a variety of industries to share what they look for in candidates. Work experience is usually the first item
The resume has sprouted a new pair of wings. Since the dawn of digital documents, companies are accessing resumes at record volumes and speeds. Because of this, the task of screening resumes is not getting any easier. Recruiters and hiring managers need to find the good ones, fast, while maintaining high standards of screening and
