The job interview might be the only thing left between you and the position of your dreams. Even when you’re the most qualified candidate with references galore, a poor interview performance can leave a lousy impression on a potential employer. Yet, you can avoid nearly all interview mishaps if you prepare the right way for…
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Employee experience can seriously impact your bottom line. The Employer Brand Index gives you insight into what talent really thinks about your company.
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How has the Job Hunt Changed?
This infographic, courtesy of CareerBuilder, shows how the job hunt has changed. Are today’s workers “always searching and always learning”? Takeaways: Profile of a job candidate – 69% of workers say searching for a new job is part of their “regular routine”. Generational difference – More people are looking for jobs and are willing to…
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5 Ways to Keep Loving Your Job
Throughout your career journey, there are likely to be plenty of stops along the way. While you may not have your dream job just yet, today’s lagging economy means there are still plenty of reasons to be appreciative of the job you do have! In 2014, make a resolution to take significant steps to love…
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The Secret to a Successful Interview
How many times have you been to an interview for a job you were perfect for, you had exceeded all the qualifications, the person seemed to like you, and things seemed to go perfectly…but then you called or emailed to follow up and got the dreaded “We went with another candidate” response? Your resume was perfect, you looked…
If you haven’t been job hunting within the last year, you’ll find things are a bit different. It is going to take more than a resume to land your next job. Competition is fierce In many industries and pockets of the world, hiring is on the upswing. That’s good news! As a matter of fact,…
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6 Common Job Hunting Mistakes to Avoid
Job hunting and resume writing offer many pitfalls to the unwary. Knowing which mistakes to avoid increases your chance of impressing an employer with your credentials and securing that all-important job interview. Here are six common job-hunting mistakes you need to avoid: 1. Lack of a Cover Letter It’s unclear what the source of this statistic is,…
December can be one of the best times to network and look for your next opportunity for several reasons: Less people are looking for their next opportunity because they assume it’s not a good time to do so. People tend to be in a better frame of mind. There are many social gatherings that can…
Networking is a major part of job search success. And with all of the online tools available today, there’s really no excuse for failing to connect with people who could help you. The real question is what online communities are the most beneficial for job seekers? If you’re hoping to land a new job, you may want…
A little while ago, there was a lot of chatter in the blogosphere when the CEO of Klout, a social media analytical tool which attempts to measure ‘influence’, tweeted a Salesforce job post that required a Klout score of 35 or above. This kicked off a debate about whether a Klout score is a useful…