Tips for Making Your Resume Stand Out
Tuesday, 02/06/2015
"Use short bullets that someone can easily scan," suggests McDonald. "An easy-to-read resume that shows a hiring manager you're results-oriented and can do the job will help move you to the 'need to interview' list of candidates."
Mistakes and blunders to avoid in your next job interview
Wednesday, 27/05/2015
Rehearse: Preparation is your best defense against disaster. Practice your interview skills ahead of time with friends or family members, and ask them for their feedback on things like posture, handshake and eye contact.
Hopefully, you’re not following this bad job-search advice
Monday, 25/05/2015
Online networking and job listings have forced application materials to evolve, but resumes and cover letters are far from extinct. A concise resume tailored to the specific job opening and employer remains one of your most critical tools. Standing out with your resume and cover letter doesn't require a novel approach. It does require careful revision and targeting.
Why storytelling is a must-have career skill
Friday, 22/05/2015
This isn't a novel-writing class. Tell stories that are true, and resist the urge to embellish. You're trying to give people a glimpse of who you are in the work world and the best way to do that is by telling the truth.
What it’s like to be a working parent in 2015
Wednesday, 20/05/2015
Yes, I can have it all… The notion of "having it all" is often directed toward working moms, but it's a struggle both men and women face. The good news is both sexes feel it's something they can achieve. When asked if they think they can have it all, 78 percent of working moms and 83 percent of working dads say yes.
Explaining unemployment in the job interview
Tuesday, 19/05/2015
"The best thing you can do is to talk about what you learned from the experience, how you've grown as a professional and how you'd apply any of those learnings to a new position,"
What to research before a job interview
Thursday, 14/05/2015
Not only is this a great way to show your commitment to getting this job, but assessing a business's mission and values and how they align with your own personal values can be a great indicator of whether this company is a good fit for you.
Is that job stress making you feel overweight?
Wednesday, 13/05/2015
"There's a clear incentive to make wellness and work-life balance a focus of organizational culture, and we're encouraged to see many companies making them a priority year after year."
3 things to know about the April 2015 jobs report
Tuesday, 12/05/2015
The U.S. economy, like the weather, has been somewhat unpredictable over the past few months. But just as Mother Nature shook off winter and spring finally emerged in many parts of the country, the U.S. economy rebounded after shaking off a disappointing month, according to the April jobs report released by the BLS this morning.
