You practiced, rehearsed typical questions and psyched yourself up for the big day. By all counts, you should ace your interview. However, things don’t always go the way we plan. What can you do to rescue an interview spiraling out of control? [Read more…] about How to save a bad interview
Is a temporary job right for you?
Remember when “temps” were administrative professionals and retail workers at the holidays? It’s time to adjust your thinking; the “temporary” job has taken on a whole new meaning. In a post for Marketplace Money, Sara Horowitz, the CEO of the Freelancers Union, suggests that freelancing has become a factor in every part of the labor market. [Read more…] about Is a temporary job right for you?
7 ways to control your career
If you’re looking for a job, don’t leave it to chance. You want to keep ahead of the game to make sure you manage your own career. Cal Brown, author of When Life Strikes: Weathering Financial Storms, offers the following suggestions to help you maintain control and succeed with your career goals. [Read more…] about 7 ways to control your career
How to get the job: what to say and not say at the interview
Job seekers spend so much time figuring out what to say during the job hunt, it’s easy to forget how important it is to know what not to say. Unfortunately, in this competitive job-search environment, one poor response or casual reference can mean an employer will decide not to hire you. [Read more…] about How to get the job: what to say and not say at the interview
Does your resume make you look old?
Age discrimination, unfortunately, is a fact of life for experienced job seekers. However, there is more you can do to make yourself seem modern, relevant, and qualified for the jobs you want than simply dying your hair or updating your wardrobe. [Read more…] about Does your resume make you look old?