Once the interviews and salary negotiations are over and you’ve accepted the offer, it’s easy to believe that the most stressful steps of your job search are behind you. But you’re not out of the woods yet. During the first few weeks in your new position, you’re laying the groundwork—and establishing relationships—that will prove beneficial…
Are you wondering if it is too late to kickstart your new year’s resolution? It’s not, and it never is. We can all decide to improve our health, habits, and routines today. I committed to focusing on my health and well-being this year and have already witnessed an improvement in my work productivity, focus, and…
You’ve made it past the resume selection process and on to the interview phase of the hiring process—the most stressful part of a job search. Unfortunately, too many job candidates squander their interview opportunity in one—or more—of ten ways. Minimize the chance of making a mistake during your interview by avoiding the pitfalls provided below….
Salary negotiation can be one of the most stressful aspects of the job search process. It’s also one of the most important. As a job candidate, you can negatively affect your career earning potential by forgoing a salary negotiation. It’s been estimated that failing to negotiate salary can cost you up to $600,000 throughout your…
Ready to begin your next job search? Making a suitable first impression on prospective employers with your resume, during your interview, and throughout the hiring process is critical to your overall success. Looking For a New Job? Here Are 10 Tips to Fix Your Resume To improve job search results and land the employment offer…
Is disclosing your vaccination status on your resume a wise move—or is it a risky proposition? As employer vaccine mandates are becoming increasingly common across the United States, recent studies—like the one conducted by Gartner—revealed that 46 percent of employers are planning to mandate vaccinations for all employees. Other data from Indeed showed that the…
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted several facets of our personal and professional lives. From the rising prevalence of remote work to the expansion of contingent labor usage, the outbreak of the coronavirus has led to significant—and unexpected—change. But one of the most underreported aspects of the pandemic was its impact on…
When interviewing for a new job, the reference-checking step is one of the last stages of the recruiting process. It’s an important way for your prospective employer to contact former coworkers or managers to help them learn more about your personality and uncover more about your work ethic. But when asked by a recruiter or…
“Why aren’t more unemployed Americans seeking work?” A question that has been stirring in the minds of public officials and business owners for several months, this query still remains ambiguous. The problem? There is no one simple answer—instead, there are dozens of them. From concerns about the rising delta variant, to a severe shortage of…
Data scientists have quickly become one of the most in-demand jobs in the United States. These experts have a unique ability to gather disorderly data, analyze it, and transform it into a clearer and more comprehensible format. But as thousands of employers are currently competing for candidates with this niche skillset, a massive talent struggle…
