Creating your first resume can be a challenging task. When you’re planning your first resume, chances are that you don’t have much work experience to list. How can you compensate for this deficit and convince potential employers you have a lot to offer despite this lack? Fortunately, there are quite a few ways to focus…
Throughout the course of our daily lives we are negotiating with everyone around us. Whether you relish the art of negotiating or dread the thought of it, there are ways to make the process and outcome a positive one in a professional setting. Here are 10 tips that can help you succeed in your next…
Moore’s Law states that computer processing speed doubles every 18 months, a good indication of how fast technology jobs change too. For a job seeker who has employment gaps of more than two years then the odds increase that their skillset may be outdated. However, the way people work is also changing. More people freelance,…
A strong company culture could make hiring and retaining great staff members for your organization easier. But the big question is really; How exactly do you boost company culture? Some say you can’t; it has to happen organically; others would argue there are steps you can take as a leader to encourage a strong company…
You never know when an amazing career opportunity might be on the horizon and therefore making yourself visible to headhunters is essential for ensuring you don’t miss out. Luckily, by investing a bit of time into making yourself know in the industry and forming a personal brand for yourself, you can keep yourself firmly on the…
It doesn’t matter whether you’re just starting work or approaching retirement, falling head over heels for someone in the office can be fraught with problems. Not only is your heart on the line, financial stability could be at risk should you lose your job. If a relationship involves two different levels in the company hierarchy,…
This week, we asked you how you create a positive company culture. You got back to us saying that simply respecting your employees is an excellent way of building company culture. A relaxed work atmosphere will also make employees feel comfortable. Communication and goals keep a team focused and build a sense of belonging. Recognizing employee needs…
Has someone you work with taken your fancy, but you don’t know how to get them to notice you? Here are some tips for catching their attention and potentially winning them over! Just keep it in mind that you’re going to have to see them every day regardless of the outcome, so you might want…
So here you are at your job interview and feeling hopeful that you are going to make a great first impression. You have planned your answers accordingly and you are feeling confident. You have established what your skills are and how you would like to come across in person. What if what you say, is…