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Food for thought: a typical hiring manager will receive on average 50 resumes and cover letters per job posting. When it comes to standing out in this crowd, you have to go beyond the basic resume and cover letter template that you can find online. Here are some tips to complement your resume and showcase… Read more »

It’s a common misconception that cut-throat, high pressure, competition-rich work environments drive financial success. Research shows that workplace stress can be a result of the high pressure environment and will lead to an increase in healthcare expenditures and resignations. Positive work cultures are proven to inspire creativity, productivity, and overall better team-building. In order to… Read more »

For most people, achievement is relative: they don’t think they’ve achieved something until they believe they’ve reached their potential. To feel truly successful in a new role, they need to have a clear picture of where they are—and where they can go. So if you want your new hires to reach their potential, you need… Read more »

As most job seekers know, it is very difficult to secure an interview and when finally, you get a call to set up a time for an interview, it is a major victory! However, many job seekers fail to realize that even though they secured an interview, doesn’t mean they will get the job based… Read more »

It’s the start of a new year. Whether you’ve been searching for a new job or beginning to realize that it’s time for a change, here are some tips to improve your search efforts this year. Create a Wish List Not exactly like the wish list on your Amazon account, but it’s close! This list… Read more »

  Planning a vacation over the holidays? You may even have a vacation already planned and approved by your supervisor. While it may be approved, there’s more that you should consider doing before you escape the office, so you enjoy your time away and can come back stress-free. Let EVERYONE Know You’ve told your boss,… Read more »

Money is a very stressful topic for everyone, especially when bringing up a raise in salary with your boss. The main problem with asking for a raise is that there are few ways it could go right and many ways it can end badly. To avoid making any mistake when asking your employer for a… Read more »

Steve Jobs once said, “Focus is about saying no.” And it’s true. If you say yes to every new task proposed by your boss or colleagues, you’ll never finish a task or achieve your goals. For this reason it’s important to know how to properly say no. Before you can learn how to say no,… Read more »

With Thanksgiving and Christmas on the way, you’re bound to be traveling, visiting family and shopping. These breaks from school and work can be the relaxation you need. If you’re looking for a new position, here are some tips for job hunting around the holidays. Best Time to Search At the end of the year,… Read more »

Congratulations! You got the interview and it seemed to go well, so now what? Whether you think that interview went well or you feel a little uncertain, next step is a follow up. Get Your Follow Up Info During the Interview First, you have to have their contact info in order to follow up, so… Read more »