An elevator speech is a two-minute description of your skills and career goals. It’s an easy way to share what you want to learn from someone who is in a position to help you. Here’s an example: “Hi. My name is ____________. I’m looking for ( a kind of job ) in ( an industry, […]
Be courteous to everyone, everywhere all the time. Of course it should go without saying that you need to be polite to everyone when you are being interviewed. But you never know what cameras record in the reception area, or if your muttering in the restroom is unknowingly addressed to the hiring manager you are […]
Some handy tips to remember while writing cover letters In your cover letter, employers don’t only want to hear about you. They want to hear about themselves, too. The secret to writing a great cover letter: Pretend that the person you’re writing to already loves and respects you. Think of getting to know a company […]
Create Your Own Templates. Have copies of your resume and cover letter ready to edit. That way you can change the content to match the requirements of the job you’re applying for, but, the contact information and your opening and closing paragraphs won’t need to be changed. Microsoft Word users can download free templates for […]
When you ask for a reference, both whom and how you ask for this employment reference is really important. You need to be sure that the person who is recommending you for employment is willing and able to give you a good reference. This is critical because your references can be what makes the difference […]
Low energy or fatigue a problem on the job? let’s discuss some possible solutions. First, address reasons for your fatigue. Any job can have physical demands. For example, if you have a sedentary job, the constant sitting can be wearing. In that case, take the time during the day to stand up, take a short walk […]
Many times career change happens to us. Our industry starts to fade, our employer goes bankrupt, or we personally are downsized, fired, laid off, demoted or otherwise find ourselves at a crossroads. But occasionally we choose to change careers of our own free will. It’s exciting, a little scary, and getting more common. If you can, take […]
Background, Strengths, and Experience Your prospective employer will want to know a lot about your background and experience. Given this, the interviewer may even ask if you’ve ever been fired. Be honest, especially if it was in the recent past, and they’ll likely find out. Be prepared to share your side of the story without dwelling […]
Ask for a promotion. It’s common to hear that you won’t get a raise or a promotion if you don’t ask for one. But you shouldn’t ask; “not even at your annual review.” Instead, use your actions to show you’re a better leader. Learn the business inside and out, generate team results that your boss […]
Be aggressive. Is there a job you have your heart set on this year? Be more aggressive by applying to the job(s) you really want to thrive in. Reach out to potential employers and properly introduce yourself. Stopping by the company is a great way to make new connections and really highlight your interest in […]