You’ve been on the job hunt for a while now, and you’re eager to accept a job offer so you can begin a brand new position – but have you asked the right questions that will allow you to make an informed decision on taking the next step in your career? Being presented with a …
Cover letters: They can be a mind-numbing task for even the most skilled of writers. Writing a perfectly tailored cover letter for each individual job listing you apply to can feel like a trip to the dentist. However, letting yourself get overwhelmed by a cover letter can only lengthen your job search. Instead of giving …
When it comes to a job interview, there are just some questions that are harder to answer than others. No matter how much you plan and practice before an interview, open-ended questions like these can make even the most rehearsed job seeker trip on their words. Answering questions in a clear and concise way is …
At the end of most job interviews, the interviewer will ask the prospective employee, “Do you have any questions for me?” This may seem daunting, but it’s actually an opportunity to improve your chances of getting the job. Coming up with a few intelligent questions after the interview shows the employer that you’re interested in …
Admit it. At some point during one of your job interviews, the employer likely caught you off guard when they asked if you had any questions after the interview. You probably began scrambling to come up with a good response, or simply shrugged it off with a “No, I do not.” Either way, many job …
Some employers ask for it while others don’t even mention it, but the cover letter can help you land the interview and the hopefully the job. Many fear the cover letter finding it intimidating. Bulleting your experience on a resume is easy. But, crafting a great cover letter can seem much more daunting. Follow these …
Do you know how long on average an employer looks at a resume? 6 seconds. It can be frustrating especially as you’ve spent hours combing over and revising every line to make it just right. The purpose of any resume is to move you to the interview stage making it a crucial first step in …
Finding a job can be highly stressful, especially in today’s job market. Getting your resume and cover letter in front of the right people and securing an interview can be difficult. Once you do that, you need to start preparing and researching so that you can come off as confident and knowledgeable in the little …
Landing an interview for a job position you really want can be both very exciting and very stressful. There’s a chance you may get the job, but there’s also a chance you may lose the opportunity as well. So, how do you really prepare for such an interview? Do your research The first thing you …