As the job search advances, one of the top questions becomes “what salary do I ask for?” So, let’s talk about salary! When a candidate meets a company and falls in love with their dream job, they need to have some awkward conversations before they can commit to each other. Salary is one of those
Anyone who’s ever been unemployed (or looked for a job while employed) knows how stressful and exhausting the job search process can be. So, during your job search, should you feel guilty for taking some time for yourself? The short answer: No. Of course not. If we’re not spending every waking moment applying for jobs,
If you are over 40, have a big skill set, and are struggling to get hired, you’ve come to the right place. I work with thousands of people who have big skill sets and can’t get hired. What’s going on? What can you do to stand out in the hiring process and land a job?
While it may not sound like the most exciting job (to some, at least), being an accountant comes with a wide range of perks. For one, the job is in high demand as more people turn to entrepreneurship and solopreneurship. Plus, the job market for accounting professionals is expected to continue growing in the coming
How you communicate with employers after an interview is an important, but often understated, step in the interview process. Most of the career advice surrounding job interviews discusses how to land an interview, and what to do when you get one. We’re here to help you in that difficult (and sometimes lonely!) stage after a
Location matters As Forbes notes, hybrid working is here to stay – and that means that location matters. Employees need to work in cities that have good inclusivity, for instance on matters concerning disability – cities with poor public infrastructure, inadequate social support networks, and expensive healthcare will represent a bad deal. Conversely, some of the best U.S. cities
If you are confused about the differences between project and program management, don’t worry, you are not alone. Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they are two methods organizations use to oversee projects and achieve business objectives. Although project and program management are interrelated, each plays a unique role in handling projects and has
Your cover letter and resume have made a positive impression on a potential employer, and they’ve called you in for an interview. Now, you need to ensure the employer stays impressed with you and your potential in their organization. There’s an old saying first impressions count—and there’s no better instance of the truth to this
I was excited to catch up for some coffee with a CEO friend of mine at their request. We had met a month or so ago when they were really “stuck” at taking steps to prepare for the future while also preserving the company during the current uncertainty. We talked about the importance of strategy,
Resumes are still the main “calling card” used by job seekers and there are various schools of thought about the formatting of this document. Here are a few tips for formatting your resume that may help you beat the blank screen blues if you’re creating a new resume from scratch (or updating one you haven’t
