When was the last time you updated your resume? It’s important to do before you search for a job. Ideally you should keep your resume fresh. Keep it up to date so that when you need to apply for a job your resume is ready to send off. Your resume tells your story so that […]
Using A Salary Calculator
We all work to earn money so that we can live the lives we choose. Every profession makes a different amount. When we are hunting for jobs, we have to consider how much money we want to make and balance that with the life we want to live. Then we choose a career accordingly. It […]
What They Did Before They Were Famous
Everybody starts their career somewhere. It takes time and effort to climb the career ladder and land your dream job. Most people do not start at the top. Instead most people work their way up from the bottom. It’s interesting to look at the people in the limelight. The ones who we admire and see […]
6 Simple Steps To Changing Careers
Do you need a change? Whether you’re a young buck or old timer, it’s not too late to change careers. Changing careers is a major move and it can be scary. You have to be ready to start over and relearn a new profession. It takes time, but being happy is well worth the investment. […]
Alternative Work Schedules
Are you bored with the 9 to 5 routine? Being a cubicle warrior is frustrating. Did you know that 30% of workers don’t follow the typical 40 hour work week schedule? Alternative work schedules are new and trendy. There has been a growing trend in alternative work schedules in recent years. Compressed work weeks, rotating […]
Get Ready For The Exit Interview
An exit interview is a final interview between an employee and employer prior to the employee leaving the company. It’s a way to explore the reasons why an employee is leaving the company. If you’ve ever left a job for any reason, you’ve probably had one of these. Exit interviews are an important part of […]
How To Find A Networking Event Near You
Networking is the single best way to get ahead. Life is all about who you know and the more that you network, the more contacts and professional links you will have. According to FlexJobs, nearly 80% of jobs are filled by word of mouth through contacts. Do you know how to find a networking event […]
The Art of Writing Thank You Letters
It feels good when someone goes out of their way to thank you. This goes for professional situations too. Writing a simple thank you letter is a must after job interviews, job offers, rejections, networking help, internships, and other professional situations. Get good at writing them because during the job hunt, you’ll write a bunch. […]