This is one of the top standard job interview questions, so expect to hear it at your next interview. Employers ask it...
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When Someone Takes Credit for Your Work
It happens much more than we’d like – we do all the work and someone else, usually a boss or colleague with more...
Think You Don’t Need to Job Hunt Because You LOVE Your Job? You’re Wrong!
You always should be on the lookout for our next job. Yes, even if you absolutely, positively LOVE your current job....
3 Signs Your Interview Isn’t Going Well (And How to Turn it Around)
You only get one shot to make a great first impression. Oftentimes, that “one shot” with an employer is at a job interview. It’s a pretty simple formula, right? Prepare for the interview and put your best foot forward and you’re much more likely to...
5 Ways to Build Career Skills in Your Spare Time
In today’s competitive landscape, you should look for every opportunity to stand out to recruiters and hiring managers. Have you devoted time recently to honing your career skills to stay ahead of the competition? Believe it or not, your hobbies...
How to Overcome Your Biggest Career Fears
How to Overcome Your Biggest Career Fears "It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed." Theodore Roosevelt What are your biggest career goals? If you haven’t achieved them yet, what’s holding you back? Fear is a powerful...
Why Career Mentors Are Essential (And How to Find One)
Research shows that professionals with mentors are happier and more successful in their careers. In fact, research shows that employees who received mentoring were promoted five times more often than people who didn’t have mentors. In an...
Are You Choosing the Right Professional References?
Sometimes professional references are the last step between you and your dream job. Often, employers check your references as the very last step before offering you the job. So how much thought have you put into choosing your references? Until a...
Top 5 Interview Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
You've put hours into perfecting your resume and cover letter. Great work - but you're not done yet! Until you've impressed an employer in your job interview, you're still a candidate and not a new hire. Now it’s time for your ‘A’ game. Successful...
Top 10 Social Media Tips for Job Seekers
Your resume is perfectly polished and proofread. Your cover letter gives a solid introduction while highlighting your strengths. You’ve practiced for your job interview and are ready to go. You’re not done yet. All of these elements are essential...
Why Temp Jobs Make Sense For Your Career
The job market is heating up and employers are looking for more talent - especially for temp jobs. As businesses look for ways to scale up their workforce to meet increasing demands, more temp jobs are becoming available across a range of...
It’s Time For Spring Cleaning (Your Job Search)
Spring has officially sprung — as the trees blossom and the weather improves, are you where you want to be in your career? Just a few months back, we offered these tips for turning your New Year’s career resolutions into a reality this year. If you...
