Maybe you have a great resume but you are nervous about interviewing. Or, maybe you don’t think you have such a great background but your friends and colleagues think the world of you. You lack the confidence you need to make a strong positive impression at an interview. Here are some ways to build your self-confidence for your job search.1.Make […]
by Dominique Padurano, Ph.D. Many teens have been busy studying for weeks for Advanced Placement exams, the SAT and ACT. Recent college graduates are also hard at work studying for entrance exams like the LSAT, MCAT, or GMAT, while slightly older grads might be drilling for their boards or the bar. Whatever your stage of […]
Are you answering online job postings with no success? That’s because the ATS or Applicant Tracking System matches your resume to the job description. If you aren’t an 85-90% match no human being will look at your resume. You should not be spending more than 10% of your time answering ads, but when you do, follow these 5 tips […]
We are welcoming in a new year but not that much has changed. We are still battling COVID and have to wear a mask. And companies are still recruiting and hiring. What can you do now and in the days, weeks, and months ahead to move forward with your job search? 1) Reconnect with former colleagues, alumni, […]
As you prepare for your job interviews, you are probably wondering what to say in answer to the typical questions such as, “Why do you want this job?” or “What do you know about this company?” And there are some more difficult questions that you will have to answer such as, “What is your greatest weakness?” and […]
Whether you’re a professional seeking more connections, or a job seeker wanting to get noticed, your LinkedIn profile plays a crucial part in your career search and meeting your objectives Here are 7 ways to get noticed on LinkedIn. 1) Your photograph says a lot about you – Are you friendly, trustworthy, competent? A professional photograph […]
Whether you’re a pro at live presentations or a novice, here are some tips to ace your online presentation. 1) Prepare your talk with a power point presentation. Write an outline of key points. Vary your slides with bold, color, underlining, cartoons, graphics and photos. Include a title page, bio page, summary of key points at the end and one […]
Whether you are looking while still working, or have been furloughed or laid off, the answer is “that depends”. It depends on your current job title, your skill set, your industry, and your location.The average time to get a retail or health care job is 43 days. For a Director title it is 76 days and for […]
We all wish we could take back something we said during an interview. That is why it is so important to prepare in advance, practice your stories and be ready for the tough questions.Here are some things you don’t want to say: 1) When can I take a vacation or can I work from.home. Avoid any […]
Preparing for your interview is a crucial part of your job search. While you do need to research the company (see my previous blog on the subject) and prepare to talk about your relevant accomplishments, you also need to be prepared with questions in case the interviewer does not cover these topics.Here are 5 areas to bring […]