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Practical Career Advice—Written with You in Mind
How Do You Make Sense of Conflicting Resume Advice?
Ask a panel of career counselors, recruiters, and hiring managers to discuss the do’s and don’ts of resume writing and you’ll hear assorted viewpoints and a slew of conflicting advice. Everyone has an opinion, but it’s the lack of consistency and agreement that can...
Three Simple Ways to Maintain Your Professional Network
You already know that networking is one of the most effective means for fast-tracking your career. But after that initial connection, how do you maintain those relationships over time? Like a budding romance or any other meaningful relationship, a strong...
How to Approach Behavior-Based Interview Questions
One of the most common methods employers use to evaluate candidates is behavior-based interviewing. This often begins with: “Tell me about a time when...” “Give me an example of...” “Have you ever had a situation when...” Behavior-based questions are popular...
Time Management and the Job Search: How to Spend Your Time Wisely
Every job search calls for a significant commitment of your time and energy. As the saying goes, “searching for a job is a full-time job.” But let’s be honest, most job seekers do not have an abundance of time, especially if they’re currently employed while...
How to Achieve Your Career Goals in The New Year
For many, the New Year is a perfect opportunity to reflect and give thought to future aspirations. This is true not only for personal goals but also career-related ambitions. If you’re striving for change but struggle to maintain commitment over time, the following...
Answering, “What is Your Current Salary?”
Thanks to the new Massachusetts Pay Equity Law, employers will be banned from asking prospective candidates about their salary history (effective July 1, 2018). But until the remaining states follow, how do you respond when asked, “What are you currently earning”?...
Changing Careers: Part II. Getting Unstuck
In the first of this two-part series, “Managing the Emotional Turmoil”, I discussed common emotions experienced during a career change – from denial to anger and depression. In this follow-up, I offer three strategies to help you move forward should you become...
Changing Careers: Part I. Managing the Emotional Turmoil
It’s difficult to change careers, whether by choice or by circumstances beyond our control. On one hand, the concept of career reinvention and a greater level of professional satisfaction can be exhilarating. On the other hand, there’s a deep sense of sadness and...
Three Questions to Ask During Your Next Job Interview
When it comes to job interviews, it’s easy to focus so much on making a great first impression that you lose sight of the two-way process altogether. But asking the right questions is just as important as providing the right answers. This is because thoughtfully...