How to Answer Left-Field Questions in an Interview
If you were a breakfast cereal, which one would you be and why? How many square feet of pizza are eaten in the U.S. every year? If you were a crayon color, which color would you be and why? If you were a pizza delivery man, how would you benefit from scissors? If you could […]
Master this Important Skill in the Workplace
No matter what your position entails, communication is one of the most important skills you can bring to any job. Lack of effective workplace communication leads to disgruntled employees, confused employees, and can cause all sorts of unsettling conflict for leaders. Every day people quit jobs due to lack of communication from their leaders, or […]
Be a Better Employee in 3 Steps
Everyone employed is an employee, even those who are leaders. In order to be a good leader, you must first be a good employee. In order to be a great employee, you must be a team player. Regardless of your title, these 3 simple tips will improve your performance at work. Learn to prioritize. It […]
Are You Ready for Peak Hiring Season?
Fall is peak hiring season! Is your professional profile ready? Whether you are interested in applying for an entry level position, or an executive level position, you will need an impressive resume. Peak hiring season provides more opportunities, but it’s also the same time of year that employees are out looking for jobs. If you […]
A References Dossier Can Help You Land the Job
References are a valuable tool to use during your interviewing process. In many cases, employers will ask to see a list of references towards the end of the hiring process. Hiring managers often use a candidates reference list to narrow down the final 2-3 candidates for the position. They usually don’t have time to call […]
Top 3 Traits Hiring Managers Want to See
While your technical skills are of course very important, a candidate’s personality traits may carry just as much weight in the hiring decision. If you want to boost your chances of getting the job, make sure to showcase these 3 traits. 1. Be personable. Hiring managers want to see that you will be able to […]
How to Write Effective Emails
The ability to communicate effectively electronically is one of the most important communication skills in the workplace today. The bulk of communication at work now occurs through email. Emails can be your greatest communication tool, or a thorn in your side depending on how you use them. So, how do you write effective emails in […]
Leadership Skills Aren’t Just Important for Leaders
Leadership skills aren’t just important for leaders. Technical skills will only get you so far in your career. At every level of your profession, it’s important to display leadership skills. The ability to influence is just as critical to success early in your career as it is when you progress through the ranks. While leadership […]
Just Get Your Foot in the Door
Your first job is most likely not going to be your dream job. When you are just starting out in your career, you are most likely not going to start in the best job with an ideal pay—what’s important is just getting your foot in the door which will open opportunities to eventually climb your […]
Failure Could be Your Launch Pad for Success
Winston Churchill said it best, “Success if not final. Failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts.” Failure is scary—in fact many people have a crippling fear of failure. However, most successful people have accepted the belief that failure is a necessary part of success. Did you know that Bill Gate’s […]