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What NOT to do to make a good impression at work
Don’t underestimate the importance of a first impression. You want to start off on the right foot so your colleagues will like and respect you. So, what shouldn’t you do at work? [Read more…] about What NOT to do to make a good impression at work
How to find a (second) career you love?
Job search is a challenge for everyone, but experienced job seekers, especially those who realize they want to change careers, may face special challenges. Marc Miller, Career Design specialist with Career Pivot and author of Repurpose Your Career – A Practical Guide for Baby Boomers, suggests these five key steps to follow when making a career change. [Read more…] about How to find a (second) career you love?
Job search when someone is talking about you
What can you do when you think someone may be sabotaging your job search efforts? Is the rumor mill hurting your chances to get a job? [Read more…] about Job search when someone is talking about youHow to prepare for the most challenging interviews
Just when you thought you’ve heard it all when it comes to interviews, you need to start preparing for another type of evaluation. “Challenge-based interviews” are a trend among human resources professionals, according to Elli Sharef, co-founder of HireArt, a jobs marketplace that uses online challenge-based interviews to vet applicants. [Read more…] about How to prepare for the most challenging interviews