How to gain experience when you cannot even get a job is frustrating. Even entry-level job ads may say something like, “3 years of experience required.” While the task might seem impossible, there are few tricks you can use. 1. Focus on Other Assets Odds are high that you have an excellent list of transferable […]
Job-hunting methods have evolved considerably. For example, it used to be that people could walk into a business and land a job that day. Those days are long gone, however. Now, with Millennials in the picture, job hunting has largely become an online endeavor. Using the Internet makes sense; it’s convenient, and you can find […]
If you’ve been slacking on networking as part of your job search, it’s time to get back on track. Networking is especially important in today’s workforce, and particularly critical is social networking, as 85 percent of hiring managers use sites such as LinkedIn to look for potential candidates. Furthermore, 46 percent of men and 39 percent […]
2016 is just around the corner and it’s time to make your New Year’s resolutions! Common resolutions for the beginning of a new year typically include such goals as losing weight, exercising more, and increasing time spent with family. However, it’s worth putting serious effort into crafting several job search resolutions. Here are five you […]
It’s easy to become burnt out when you are job hunting. Follow these tips to keep pressure and stress at bay as much as possible. 1. Diversify your approach. Because there are so many ways to find a job, keep things fresh by mixing up your tactics. For example, if you have been focusing on […]
The presence of a degree is not necessarily a road map to career futures. So, what are job seekers to do when they do not know what field go into? One key thing to remember is that such uncertainty is normal. Act Confident—Or Remain Confident It is perfectly normal for folks to not know what […]
More than ever, hiring managers are turning to the Internet, and specifically social media, to see what they can learn about potential applicants. That’s why it is important to be sure that your social media profiles reflect positively on you. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to clean up your social media […]