Technology is the rage, and employees need to keep up-to-date on the latest as it affects their industry. Being able to tap into technology – especially if you’re an older job seeker – might be a real differentiating factor and help make it clear to employers that you can keep up with trends. How can you be more tech savvy? [Read more…] about 10 ways to learn to be more tech savvy
How to avoid job scams
If job searching wasn’t nerve-wracking enough for you, job scams add a scary layer to the process. So many job search and career advancement activities are now conducted online — from researching companies to expanding your professional network on LinkedIn to finding open positions — and scammers are taking full advantage. [Read more…] about How to avoid job scams
Career change: social media can help
Career change is usually difficult for the one doing the changing. There are always aspects of advertized jobs the applicant has not exactly accomplished, if only because he or she hasn’t had the chance! Highlighting transferable skills (the ones you can use in any job) as well as targeting your application materials for the positions in question are important pieces of a successful career change. Having a well-targeted resume that makes it clear why you can do the job (even if you’ve never done it before) is so important! [Read more…] about Career change: social media can help
Sales skills that can help you at work
When it comes down to it, finding a job is all about being able to sell the hiring organization on your skills and accomplishments. Once you convince them that they need you to solve their problems; you are golden. However, many don’t consider how important sales skills may be within the job, too. [Read more…] about Sales skills that can help you at work
How to manage at work when you hate your job
Unfortunately, many people can relate to disliking their work, or even hating their job. Are you among the many workers who would leave your job at the first chance? If an immediate change is unlikely, consider the following tips from Sanjay Sathe, CEO of RiseSmart. [Read more…] about How to manage at work when you hate your job