Networking events can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first one. However, you need to network to open the door to career-boosting opportunities. A new survey revealed that 85% of all jobs are filled via networking, so it’s important to start making an...
Your resume is one of the most critical aspects of your job search. In most cases, it will act as your first impression to a hiring manager or potential employer. Once you have spent time collecting your information and crafting your document, the last thing you want...
Whether you are an incoming college freshman or a rising senior, thinking about your career is always important. You don’t want to stress too much about it, but it is a big reason why you’re going to school in the first place. Even if you may not know exactly what you...
When considering the recruitment process as a business, your candidates and applicants are customers. You want to provide your customers with exemplary customer service in all good businesses. So why is it that oftentimes customer service is overlooked during the...
If you are feeling nervous about an upcoming interview, don’t worry, you are not alone. A recent survey suggests that 92% of adults are anxious about job interviews. Although it may be difficult to completely get rid of your nerves, you want to show the hiring manager...
Staying completely focused during a long and busy workday can be tough to do. With more than half of Americans claiming to work over 40 hours per week, there are likely going to be days when you find it harder to remain motivated and attentive. However, staying...
The main purpose of networking is to build meaningful relationships and foster a real connection with others. Although it is sometimes perceived as awkward and cumbersome, it is necessary in all aspects of your professional career. You may be surprised to find you...
Behavioral questions are commonly asked during interviews because it allows hiring managers to sense how you would function within the organization. With these types of interview questions, the best answers follow the STAR method, which “simply summarizes the...
Congratulations! As graduation is near, you’re approaching the finishing line and it’s time to launch your career. If you thought finals were stressful; searching for your first job will be just as demanding a task. It’s never too early to start planning for your...
When reviewing job descriptions, more likely than not, a top requirement will include excellent communication skills. Recruiters and hiring managers will want to see that you have strong verbal, listening, writing, and nonverbal communication skills. These types of...